Movies and TvShows featuring "war-hero" theme.

Homeland is a captivating TV show that follows the story of Carrie Mathison, a bipolar CIA officer who becomes obsessed with capturing terrorists. As she navigates the murky world of intelligence and counter-terrorism, she must battle her own personal demons and the betrayals within her own agency. With its intense plot and thought-provoking themes, Homeland keeps viewers on the edge of their seats.

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.

The Pacific is a dramatic miniseries that chronicles the experiences of three U.S. Marines during the Pacific campaign against the Japanese in World War II. As they navigate the brutal realities of war, they face violence, combat fatigue, death, and the challenges of comradeship in the face of adversity.

During the Han Dynasty, Mulan disguises herself as a man to take her father's place in the army. She trains and excels, ultimately saving China from the ruthless Hun army and earning the respect of her fellow soldiers and the emperor.

Desmond Doss, a deeply religious man, enlists in the Army as a combat medic during World War II. Despite facing discrimination and ridicule for his refusal to handle a weapon, Doss saves the lives of 75 soldiers during the Battle of Okinawa, earning him the Medal of Honor.

Follow the early life of Indiana Jones, from his time in World War I to his adventures across Europe, as he becomes the iconic treasure hunter we all know. Along the way, he faces danger, uncovers ancient artifacts, and learns valuable life lessons.

On the Hokkaido frontier, a war veteran and Ainu girl race against misfits and military renegades to find treasure mapped out on tattooed outlaws.

Set during the Clone Wars, the TV show follows the adventures of various characters, including clone troopers, Jedi knights, and Sith lords, as they engage in battles and missions across the galaxy.

Former U.S. Army Captain Nathan Algren is hired to train the newly created Imperial Japanese Army, but he becomes trapped in a struggle between modernization and traditional samurai culture.

Navy S.E.A.L. sniper Chris Kyle's pinpoint accuracy saves countless lives on the battlefield, but the war continues to haunt him back home.

In a future where Earth is invaded by aliens called Mimics, a soldier named Cage is forced to relive the same day over and over again. With the help of a skilled warrior named Rita, Cage learns how to use his time loop to his advantage and ultimately defeat the aliens.

In Thailand, John Rambo joins a group of mercenaries to venture into war-torn Burma, and rescue a group of Christian aid workers who were kidnapped by the ruthless local infantry unit. Amid the political protests of the Saffron Revolution in Burma, ruthless SPDC officer Major Pa Tee Tint leads Burmese junta army forces to pillage small villages in a campaign of fear. Rambo, a Vietnam War veteran, is hired to ferry a missionary group up the Salween River into Burma on a humanitarian mission. After the missionaries are attacked and abducted, Rambo teams up with a group of mercenaries to rescue them. They face off against Tint's soldiers, eventually overpowering them and defeating Tint. Rambo then returns to the United States.

Steve Rogers, a rejected military soldier, transforms into Captain America after taking a dose of a Super-Soldier serum. He must take down a warmonger and a terrorist organization. Along the way, Captain America confronts Nazis, discovers a powerful artifact called the Tesseract, and battles his own inner demons. Will Captain America be able to save the day and prove himself as a true hero?

Set during the Napoleonic Wars, British soldier Richard Sharpe fights against the French army and faces various challenges and adventures.

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.

The Odyssey is a miniseries that follows the epic journey of Odysseus, a Greek hero, as he tries to return home after the Trojan War. It explores his encounters with mythical creatures, gods, and the challenges he faces along the way.

Sir Nicholas 'Nicky' Winton, a young London broker, risks his life to rescue Jewish children from the Nazis during World War II. He embarks on a race against time to save as many children as possible before the borders close. Years later, haunted by the children he couldn't save, Nicky finds redemption when he meets the surviving adults on a live TV show.

Newly-paroled ex-con and former U.S. Ranger Cameron Poe finds himself trapped in a prisoner-transport plane when the passengers seize control. Cameron must navigate the dangerous situation to protect his fellow prisoners and save his own life.

Helen of Troy is a TV show that tells the story of the legendary Trojan War, focusing on the love between Helen and Paris, and the ensuing conflict that engulfs the city of Troy. This epic drama explores themes of love, honor, betrayal, and the devastating consequences of war.

Napoleon (2002) is a TV show that portrays the life of Napoleon Bonaparte, the French military and political leader who rose to prominence during the French Revolution. The show delves into his campaigns, battles, and his transformation from a military hero to a powerful dictator. It explores his personal life, including his relationships, adultery, and his ultimate downfall. This TV mini-series is based on the novel and provides a captivating insight into the French history and the Napoleonic era.