Movies and TvShows featuring "military-discharge" theme.

A dishonorably discharged soldier seeks out his estranged father to help him pursue his dream of becoming a professional motorcycle racer. While training, he meets a small-town, aspiring singer and a motorcycle shop owner who begin to break down the walls his father's absence had built up.

The story takes place during the battle of Iwo Jima in World War II, focusing on the perspective of the Japanese soldiers defending against the United States. It follows the journey of Private Saigo and his comrades as they face the harsh realities of war, including poor conditions, heavy casualties, and the struggle for survival. Despite the overwhelming odds, they display courage and determination in the face of adversity. The film explores themes of honor, sacrifice, and the human toll of war.

SFC James Harper, a decorated Green Beret, is discharged from the army and faces financial ruin. He joins a private military company led by Rusty and goes on an operation in Germany. They discover a Middle Eastern scientist working for Al-Qaeda and raid his lab. Harper reluctantly kills the scientist and sets the lab on fire. The team is ambushed, but Harper saves his friend Mike and they hide. Harper provides a blood transfusion to save Mike's life. Later, Harper realizes he can never return home and seeks revenge on Rusty, ultimately reuniting with his family.

A former Marine, recently discharged from the military, finds himself in a race against time to rescue his wife after she is kidnapped by a group of diamond thieves. With his military training and determination, he fights against corrupt cops and outruns explosions to save the day.

Serving in Silence: The Margarethe Cammermeyer Story is a biography drama TV movie that tells the true story of Margarethe Cammermeyer, an army colonel who was discharged from the military for being a lesbian. The film follows her journey as she fights for justice and challenges the military's discriminatory policies. With the support of her partner, she takes her case to court and eventually wins, setting a precedent for LGBT rights in the military.

Set in 1971, Tigerland follows the story of a group of young soldiers in a Louisiana stockade as they undergo rigorous military training in preparation for deployment to Vietnam. As they face the harsh realities of war, the soldiers navigate personal vendettas, relationships, and the challenges of army life. The film explores themes of camaraderie, sacrifice, and the tolls of war.

After waking up with amnesia in a hospital, a former US Marine tries to piece together his identity. As he investigates, he discovers a web of deception, murder, and double-crossing. With the help of a nightclub singer, he unravels the truth and faces his traumatic past.

Sonny (2002) is a crime drama movie about a young man, Sonny, who tries to build a better life for himself but finds it difficult due to his troubled past. He struggles with his relationship with his mother, who used to be a prostitute, and gets involved in a dangerous world of crime. The movie explores themes of family, redemption, and the consequences of one's actions.

In 'Bedtime Story,' a con man and a gigolo find themselves in a romantic rivalry as they both vie for the attention and affections of a wealthy woman on the French Riviera. With plenty of twists and turns, the two use their charm and cunning to win her over, leading to a hilarious and entertaining battle of wits.

A man with a talent for impersonation pretends to be a Trappist monk, a doctor, and even a Canadian Navy lieutenant. His life takes a turn when he is exposed and faces various challenges.

Hail the Conquering Hero is a satire comedy set during World War II. The story follows a young man named Woodrow Truesmith who is discharged from the Marines due to hay fever. Ashamed to return home, he is mistaken for a war hero and celebrated as a conquering hero by his hometown. Woodrow struggles with the lies and deception but eventually reveals the truth and restores his honor.

Military medic Curtis is injured in the line of duty and sent home with the dog who saved him. Both Curtis and his dog, named Friendly, must adjust to civilian life. As Curtis falls in love, Sophia, a nurse, has a child, and both, grappling with severe PTSD and mental health challenges, rogether, they turn tragedy into triumph.

Let There Be Light is a documentary film that tells the story of a psychiatrist who uses controversial treatment methods to help patients recover repressed memories and deal with trauma. The film explores the relationship between the doctor and his patients, as well as the impact of his methods on their lives. It also delves into the controversy surrounding his practices and the ethical questions raised by his approach.

Munro is a heartwarming and humorous animated short film from 1961 about a 4-year-old boy who is unexpectedly drafted into the United States Army. The film explores the challenges and adventures of this young recruit as he tries to navigate military life. Munro's story touches on themes of patriotism, innocence, and the realities of military service. Despite his age, Munro faces various situations and learns valuable lessons during his time in the army. Eventually, his bravery and determination earn him a hero's welcome and a military discharge.

Zombie and the Ghost Train is a Finnish movie released in 1991. The film follows the story of a bass player who is a loner and an outsider. He embarks on a journey to Istanbul, where he tries to escape his past and find solace. Along the way, he encounters various eccentric characters and faces his own inner demons. The film explores themes of loneliness, friendship, and the power of music.

During World War II, a marine in training accidentally shoots his instructor and assumes the identity of a dead soldier to avoid punishment. He finds himself in an internment camp and must navigate the challenges of his new life while hiding his true identity.

Girl is a drama film released in 1974. It follows a lesbian relationship within the British army, depicting the challenges faced by women soldiers and their experiences of army life. The plot also touches on sensitive topics such as military discharge and pregnancy from rape.

A young man, jilted by his girlfriend, join forces with an older man in avenging the death of his brother and fighting the ruling powers in their community.

John McRogers dreams about his future after spending four years in the U.S. Air Force, and is convinced by "Grogan," Technical Gremlin First Class, on why he should remain in the Air Force, rather, and what the advantages would be if he returned to civilian life.

Twenty-year-old homosexual Angelos, who works in a jewelry shop, lives very discreetly in a rather hostile social environment. When he falls in love with a sailor, Michalis, he decides to leave home, abandoning his alcoholic father, his hysterical mother and his disabled sister, to live with his lover.