Movies and TvShows featuring "naval-warfare" theme.

Greek general Themistocles leads the charge against invading Persian forces led by Xerxes and Artemisia. Themistocles seeks help from Sparta and faces the challenge of defeating a much larger Persian navy. He must also confront his own personal demons and make difficult choices to protect Greece.

During the Napoleonic Wars, Captain Aubrey of the British man-of-war HMS Surprise pursues the French privateer Acheron with his damaged ship and crew, hoping to take her down and tip the balance of power. Their pursuit leads them to Cape Horn and the Galapagos Islands, where they encounter the Acheron and engage in a battle using deception and strategy. The Surprise emerges victorious and Aubrey realizes that the French captain had tricked him. He decides to escort the Acheron to Valparaiso.

In 2005, scientists discover a planet capable of supporting life, but receive no reply when they send a signal. Undisciplined slacker Alex Hopper is forced to join the Navy by his naval officer brother Stone. Hopper falls in love with Admiral Shane's daughter and wants to marry her, but is afraid to ask her father's permission. Alien ships arrive near Hawaii, trapping all ships in the area. Hopper is left in command of the USS John Paul Jones and teams up with Captain Nagata to track the aliens using wave-detection buoys. They discover the aliens are sensitive to sunlight and manage to destroy several alien ships. Meanwhile, a group of aliens attack the NASA communications array to signal their home planet for invasion. Samantha, Mick, and a NASA scientist manage to warn Hopper of the threat. With the USS John Paul Jones destroyed, the surviving crew boards the USS Missouri battleship to stop the aliens. With the help of the elderly Navy veterans, they succeed in destroying the remaining alien ship and the communications array, ending the invasion threat. Hopper and Admiral Shane discuss their 'Terms of Surrender' over a meal.

An inexperienced U.S. Navy commander, Ernest Krause, must lead an Allied convoy being stalked by a German submarine wolf pack during World War II. As they make their way to Liverpool, the convoy faces numerous challenges, including attacks from U-boats and the need to rescue survivors from sinking ships. With limited resources and under constant threat, Krause must rely on his crew's skills and determination to ensure the convoy's safe passage to their destination.

Midway is a war film that tells the story of the Battle of Midway, a pivotal confrontation between the American fleet and the Imperial Japanese Navy during World War II. The movie showcases the bravery and sacrifices of the soldiers involved in this significant battle.

In the year 1980, the USS Nimitz, a modern nuclear-powered aircraft carrier, is mysteriously transported back in time to the day before the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor. As the crew grapples with this inexplicable situation, they must decide whether to intervene in history and possibly change the outcome of World War II. With tensions rising and time running out, the fate of the ship and its crew hangs in the balance.

In 1592, during the Imjin War, Admiral Yi Sun-sin and his fleet confront the powerful Japanese navy at the Battle of Hansan Island. As the Korean forces face a crisis, Yi Sun-sin unleashes his secret weapon, the turtle ship, to turn the tide of the battle at sea.

By 2039, global warming had caused sea levels to rise and large amount of territory to be lost. As though in response, a mysterious group of warships clad in mist, “the Fleet of Mist,” appeared in every corner of the ocean, and began attacking human ships. In spite of humanity mustering all their strength, they were utterly defeated by the Mist's overwhelming force. All of humanity's trade routes were blockaded by the Fleet of Mist, their political economy was destroyed, and the human race was steadily beaten down. Seven years later, the Fleet of Mist's submarine I-401 appears before cadet Gunzo Chihaya. The humanoid life form that pilots the sub, who should be their enemy, is instead offering her services to mankind.

The fifth episode of the 500 Years of Joseon Dynasty series depicts the history of the Imjin War, also known as the Seven Year War, where the newly unified Japan was led by Toyotomi Hideyoshi and invaded Korea twice, from 1592 to 1598. The fighting in this extended period includes the famous naval battles under Admiral Lee Soon Shin.

Midway (1976) is an action-packed drama that depicts the heroic military efforts during the Battle of Midway in 1942. The film showcases the courageous actions of the US Navy and their victory against the Japanese Navy during the Pacific War. Filled with explosive battles, damaged ships, and thrilling air combat, Midway portrays the strategic importance of cryptanalysis and code-breaking in naval warfare.

A German U-boat stalks the frigid waters of the North Atlantic as its young crew experience the sheer terror and claustrophobic life of a submariner in World War II. The story is told from the viewpoint of Lt. Werner (Herbert Grönemeyer), who has been assigned as a war correspondent on the German submarine U-96 in October 1941. He meets its captain (Jürgen Prochnow), chief engineer (Klaus Wennemann), and the crew in a French nightclub. Thomsen (Otto Sander), another captain, gives a crude drunken speech to celebrate his Ritterkreuz award, in which he openly mocks Winston Churchill and implicitly Adolf Hitler. The next morning, they sail out of the harbor of La Rochelle to cheering crowds and a playing band...

In the 16th century, during the Imjin War, Admiral Yi Sun-sin of the Korean Navy leads a small fleet against the mighty Japanese navy in a historic battle that will determine the fate of the Joseon Dynasty.

Yamato is a movie that focuses on the events of the Pacific War, specifically the last days of the Japanese battleship Yamato. It showcases the struggles, sacrifices, and camaraderie of the crew, highlighting the themes of hopelessness, selflessness, and the devastating consequences of war. The movie explores the emotional journey of the characters as they face their imminent doom and the raw realities of naval warfare.

During World War II, a British naval fleet is sent on a mission to sink the German battleship Bismarck in the North Atlantic. The fleet faces challenges and sacrifices as they engage in a deadly naval combat.

In Which We Serve tells the story of the HMS Torrin, a Royal Navy destroyer, and its crew as they face the challenges of war during World War II. The film portrays their bravery, camaraderie, and the sacrifices they make for their country.

During World War II, a Navy officer's mental stability is tested as he faces a court-martial for mutiny.

In Harm's Way follows the lives of several naval officers and crew members as they navigate the challenges and dangers of war at sea. With the backdrop of the Pearl Harbor attack and the subsequent battles, the film explores themes of sacrifice, redemption, and the complexity of human relationships in times of war.

Admiral is a biographical film set in the 17th century, focusing on the Dutch admiral Michiel de Ruyter. The movie depicts de Ruyter's battles and his role in the naval warfare against the English king. It explores themes of war, patriotism, and the complexities of the Dutch military during this historical period. Through epic naval battles, the film showcases the courage and determination of Admiral de Ruyter as he defends his country and leads his troops to victory.

During World War II, the Royal Navy pursues the German navy in a battle on the River Plate in Montevideo, Uruguay.

During World War II, a group of soldiers and nurses must make do with a pink submarine as they navigate the Pacific. Along the way, they encounter various comedic and romantic situations while facing the challenges of war.