Movies and TvShows featuring "vietnam-veteran" theme.
Forrest Gump, with an IQ of 75, narrates his life story from the 1950s to the '70s. Raised in Alabama, he meets Jenny and they have parallel lives. Forrest excels in running, goes to college, enlists in the army, becomes a war hero, learns ping-pong, reunites with Jenny, starts a shrimping business, becomes a wealthy man, and eventually marries Jenny. They have a son and live a happy life until Jenny's death.
While out hunting, Llewelyn finds the aftermath of a drug deal and takes the cash left behind. He becomes the hunted as a killer named Chigurh picks up his trail.
Travis Bickle, a Vietnam War veteran, becomes a taxi driver in New York City. Lonely and disturbed, Travis becomes infatuated with a campaign volunteer named Betsy. As Travis's mental state deteriorates, he becomes increasingly disillusioned with the city's moral decay and decides to take violent action. His obsession with saving a child prostitute leads him on a path of bloodshed and chaos. Ultimately, Travis's irrationality resurfaces, leaving his sanity in question.
After the Vietnam war, a team of scientists explores an uncharted island in the Pacific, venturing into the domain of the mighty Kong and must fight to escape a primal Eden. In 1944, two fighter pilots parachute onto an island in the South Pacific during World War II and encounter Kong. In 1973, an expedition led by a tracker, a photojournalist, and a seismologist arrives at Skull Island but is attacked by Kong. As they try to escape, they encounter monsters and the truth about Kong's role as the island's guardian.
John Rambo, a former member of an elite United States Army Special Forces unit, is forced to flee into the mountains and fight back against a cruel sheriff and his deputies. As the situation escalates, Rambo uses his military training to outsmart and disable his pursuers. The film explores themes of war, post-traumatic stress disorder, abuse of power, and the struggles of a Vietnam War veteran in civilian life.
Rambo returns to the jungles of Vietnam on a mission to infiltrate an enemy base-camp and rescue the American POWs still held captive there. Set around three years after 'First Blood', Rambo is released from prison to search for American POWs held by the Vietnamese. He is only allowed to photograph the POWs and not engage in combat. Rambo reluctantly agrees and parachutes into the Vietnamese jungle with minimal equipment. He meets a native girl, Co-Bao, and together they navigate the dangers of the jungle to rescue the POWs. Rambo faces betrayal, torture, and intense battles, but ultimately succeeds in his mission and escapes with the POWs. In the end, he confronts Murdock and demands that the remaining POWs be rescued. Rambo walks away, seeking to live his life day by day.
Charlie, a student at a prep school, reluctantly agrees to babysit Frank, a cantankerous blind alcoholic. Their weekend together takes an unexpected turn as they embark on a trip to New York City, deal with family drama, and confront their own personal struggles. Through their journey, they form an unlikely bond and discover the importance of integrity and bravery.
When Jeff 'The Dude' Lebowski is mistaken for a millionaire with the same name, he gets caught up in a kidnapping plot involving his bowling buddies, a pornographer, and a nihilist gang. With the help of his eccentric friend Walter, The Dude navigates through a series of absurd events in his quest to get his rug replaced and find some semblance of justice.
Air Force One is hijacked by communist radicals, leaving the President to fight for the safety of his family and the other hostages on board.
In the midst of the Vietnam War, Lieutenant Colonel Hal Moore leads his troops into the Ia Drang Valley to fight against a large force of North Vietnamese Army soldiers. Despite being outnumbered and facing overwhelming odds, Moore and his men bravely hold their ground and repel numerous enemy attacks. The casualties take an emotional toll on the soldiers and their families back home, but they continue to fight with unwavering determination. With air support and reinforcements, Moore's troops manage to hold off the Vietnamese forces long enough for rescue. In a final showdown, Moore and his men storm the enemy's headquarters and emerge victorious. The battle ends with Moore returning home safely and being praised for his leadership and bravery.
The story of how on the night of Ali’s defeat of Jerry Quarry, which came after he was banned from boxing for refusing to enter the military draft, hundreds of guests at an after-party were robbed at gunpoint, becoming one of the largest armed robberies the country has ever seen.
Quarry is a TV show about a Vietnam War veteran returning home to Memphis, Tennessee in the 1970s. He becomes a hitman after being disowned by his family and facing financial troubles. The show explores his journey into the criminal underworld and his struggle with his past traumas.
In a small steel mill town in Pennsylvania, the lives of several friends are impacted and disrupted by the Vietnam War. They prepare for military service and experience the challenges of the war. The story follows their relationships, weddings, hunting trips, and the brutal realities of war. It delves into themes of friendship, love, grief, and the psychological toll of war, creating a gripping and emotional narrative.
Blue Thunder follows the story of a test pilot who is assigned to fly a prototype helicopter equipped with advanced surveillance technology. As he begins to uncover corruption within the Los Angeles Police Department, he becomes targeted by a psychopathic officer. With the help of his co-worker and girlfriend, he must use the helicopter's capabilities to expose the truth and bring justice. The movie is filled with thrilling chase scenes, explosive action, and a gripping plot that keeps the audience on the edge of their seats.
In this dark comedy horror movie, a family of serial killers in Texas goes on a murder spree, using chainsaws and wearing human skin masks. The plot intensifies as a radio station is targeted, and a Vietnam War veteran gets involved in the gruesome violence.
Street Justice is an American action crime drama series starring Carl Weathers and Bryan Genesse. The series began airing in syndication in 1991, and was canceled in 1993 after two seasons.
After witnessing the murder of his best friend, a Vietnam War veteran becomes a one-man vigilante, taking down corrupt politicians and criminals in Los Angeles.
Da 5 Bloods is a movie about a group of African American veterans who return to Vietnam years after the war, in search of the remains of their fallen squad leader and the treasure they left behind. The movie explores themes of friendship, loyalty, and the lasting impact of war on individuals.
Allison's life takes a sudden turn for the worse after a fatal accident, leading to her battle with opioid addiction and unresolved sorrow. She finds unexpected strength in her relationship with her would-be father-in-law as they embark on a journey towards healing and recovery.