Movies and TvShows featuring "trench-warfare" theme.

In Spring 1917, 17-year-old Paul Bäumer enlists in the Imperial German Army during World War I. He and his friends experience the horrors of trench warfare on the Western Front, witnessing the death of their comrade Ludwig. As the war progresses, they face challenges including gas attacks, a cease-fire negotiation, and a final deadly battle. Despite the imminent end of the war, Paul loses his friends and ultimately his own life on the battlefield. A heartbreaking tale of the devastating effects of war.

In 1902, British aristocrat Orlando (Ralph Fiennes) (Arthur), Duke of Oxford, his wife Emily (Alexandra Maria Lara), and their young son Conrad (Harris Dickinson) visit a concentration camp (led by General Kitchener and his deputy Captain Maximilian "Max" Morton) in South Africa during the Second Boer War while working for the Red Cross. Emily is mortally wounded during a Boer sniper attack on the camp. Before she dies, Emily makes Orlando promise never to let their son see war again. Twelve years later, Orlando has formed a private spy network consisting of domestic servants employed by the world's most powerful dignitaries and has recruited his own servants Shola (Djimon Hounsou) (Merlin) and Polly (Gemma Arterton) (Gallahad) into it. The network's primary objective is to protect the United Kingdom and the British Empire from the approaching Great War....

In April 1917, two young British soldiers, Schofield and Blake, are tasked with delivering a message to stop an attack that could endanger the lives of 1,600 men. They face various obstacles and dangers, including no man's land, abandoned trenches, booby traps, and enemy soldiers. Along the way, they encounter a burned pilot, a sniper, and a French woman with an infant. Schofield overcomes these challenges and reaches Colonel Mackenzie in the nick of time to call off the attack. Despite the mission's success, Schofield mourns the loss of his comrade and reflects on his own family.

A TV mini-series depicting the rise of Adolf Hitler, exploring his journey from a failed artist in Vienna to becoming the dictator of Germany, leading up to World War II. It examines his political ideology, his role in the Nazi party, and the events that led to his rise to power.

In the midst of World War I, a Jewish barber and a dictator find themselves in opposing positions. Twenty years later, the barber tries to avoid persecution from the now-ruthless dictator's regime. With the help of his love interest and a former comrade, they plan to overthrow the dictator and create a better world.

In World War I, after a failed attack on a German position, a general orders three soldiers to be court-martialed for cowardice. Their commanding officer must defend them in a trial where the outcome seems predetermined. As the trial progresses, the true nature of the military and the toll it takes on its soldiers is revealed.

All Quiet on the Western Front follows the journey of a young German soldier as he experiences the brutality and disillusionment of war on the Western Front during World War I. The film explores themes of patriotism, friendship, and the traumatic effects of war.

During World War I, a group of Australian soldiers dig tunnels beneath enemy lines in an attempt to undermine the German defences. As they face the perils of the underground and the horrors of war, they must navigate personal sacrifices and the battle of Gallipoli.

In King and Country, a British soldier is accused of desertion and stands trial for his actions during World War I. The film explores the themes of cynicism, brutality, and the inhumanity of war.

During World War II, a group of soldiers find themselves trapped in a remote village occupied by Nazi zombies. As they fight to survive, they must also uncover the sinister experiments being conducted by the Nazis.

During World War I, a U.S. battalion gets trapped behind enemy lines in the Argonne Forest and must fight off German forces.

Lady Chatterley's Lover is a romantic drama film based on the novel of the same name. It tells the story of Constance Chatterley, a married woman who engages in a passionate love affair with her gamekeeper, Oliver Mellors. The film explores themes of class differences, adultery, and the consequences of forbidden love.

Joyeux Noel (2005) tells the story of a temporary truce that occurs on the Western Front during World War I, when soldiers from opposing sides come together to celebrate Christmas. Amidst the chaos and hatred of war, the soldiers find common humanity and shared moments of peace and joy.

Tolkien follows the formative years of the renowned author J.R.R. Tolkien, as he finds inspiration for his iconic fantasy novels amidst the horrors of World War I.

Apocalypse: World War I is a documentary TV show that chronicles the events and impact of World War I. Through archival footage and interviews, it explores the political leaders involved, the military strategies and tactics employed, and the experiences of soldiers on the front lines. The show also delves into the social and political repercussions of the war, including the Russian Revolution in 1917 and its impact on British politics. It provides a comprehensive and in-depth look at one of the most significant conflicts in history.

In The Blue Max, a young German soldier named Bruno Stachel joins a pilot school during World War I. Despite facing opposition from his fellow pilots and superiors, Stachel becomes a skilled fighter pilot and sets out to achieve glory in the dangerous world of aerial combat. Along the way, he must navigate the complexities of war, chivalry, ambition, and the rigid military hierarchy. The film explores themes of classism, rivalry, and the impact of total war on individuals. With thrilling dogfights and stunning aerial sequences, The Blue Max captures the excitement, danger, and tragedy of World War I aviation.

Set during World War II, the film follows a German soldier in the Eastern Front who questions the purpose and brutality of war. As he witnesses the atrocities committed by the Nazis, he begins to question his loyalty to his country and struggles to maintain his humanity in the face of war.

Birdsong is a TV show that takes place in France during World War I. It tells the story of a tragic romance and the effects of war on individuals. The plot revolves around a soldier named Stephen Wraysford who falls in love with a married woman named Isabelle Azaire. Their affair is complicated by the war and the challenges they face. The show explores themes of love, infidelity, and the horrors of trench warfare.

During the Continuation War, a Finnish soldier struggles with war weariness and friendships while fighting on the Eastern Front.

They Shall Not Grow Old is a documentary film that uses restored and colorized footage to depict the experiences of British soldiers during World War I. It explores the harsh realities of trench warfare, the devastating effects of the war, and the lives of the soldiers who fought and died on the Western Front.