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.
After dedicating his entire life to service in the armed forces Andy now struggles to slot back into a world he no longer recognises. Now forced to confront the death of his daughter following a fatal encounter with drugs he becomes hell-bent on finding those responsible. With nothing to lose, a violent criminal underworld unravels in his wake. Set against a backdrop of realistic, fast-paced action, guided by high-quality military drills; and created by UK Armed Forces veterans. Sunray challenges the perceptions of mental health and the struggles that soldiers face when re-integrating back into civilian life.
Guy Martin heads 200 miles above the Arctic Circle to embed with the Royal Marines. Does he have what it takes to operate in the harshest environments as a special operations commando?
Based on actual accounts, this film portrays the days and hours before and during the invasion of the Falkland Islands by Argentina, which eventually lead to the Falklands War. As the Argentine forces land on the main island and make their way towards Government House, the handful of British defenders batten down the hatches and prepare to defend the Governor Rex Hunt, his family and their fellow islanders from the invaders.
Hornblower: Mutiny (2001) is a movie set during the Napoleonic wars. The story follows a naval officer named Horatio Hornblower who faces mutiny and conspiracy within the Royal Navy. As he navigates the challenges, he must make moral choices and confront the traumas of war. The movie explores themes of military discipline, military justice, and the ambition of naval officers. It also features thrilling naval battles and showcases the struggles of life at sea. Will Hornblower be able to overcome the obstacles and uphold his duty?
During World War II, a team of Royal Marines called 'The Cockleshell Heroes' are sent on a mission to destroy German ships using limpet mines. They face numerous challenges and risks as they navigate enemy territory and rivers to complete their mission.
Behind the scenes of one of the most arduous basic military training programmes in the world. Each episode focuses on a cross-section of trainees that are either struggling or excelling at the physical and mental challenges the training presents.
1989 two-part documentary following the progress of 29 men who want to become Royal Marine Officers.
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