12 Strong Movies Like "12 Strong" That You Won't Want to Miss
If you loved watching the true story of the Horse Soldiers in "12 Strong", you'll enjoy these 12 movies that share similar themes of courage, sacrifice, and patriotism. Get ready to be inspired by these powerful and emotional films that celebrate the bravery of soldiers and their families.
1. American Sniper (2014)
Directed by Clint Eastwood, this biographical war drama tells the story of Chris Kyle, the most lethal sniper in U.S. military history. Starring Bradley Cooper, this film is a gripping portrayal of war and its effects on those who serve.
2. Lone Survivor (2013)
Based on a true story, this film follows a team of U.S. Navy SEALs who embark on a mission to capture or kill a Taliban leader in Afghanistan. Starring Mark Wahlberg, this intense drama is a tribute to the bravery and sacrifice of our military heroes.
3. The Hurt Locker (2008)
Winner of six Academy Awards, this gripping thriller follows a U.S. Army bomb disposal unit in Iraq. Directed by Kathryn Bigelow, this film is a tense and thought-provoking exploration of the psychological effects of war.
4. Zero Dark Thirty (2012)
Also directed by Kathryn Bigelow, this historical drama tells the story of the decade-long hunt for Osama bin Laden following the 9/11 attacks. Starring Jessica Chastain, this film is a thrilling and emotional portrayal of the sacrifices made by those who serve.
5. We Were Soldiers (2002)
Based on a true story, this film follows the first major conflict between American forces and the North Vietnamese Army in 1965. Starring Mel Gibson, this film is a powerful tribute to the bravery and sacrifice of our military heroes.
6. Black Hawk Down (2001)
Directed by Ridley Scott, this war film is based on the true story of the 1993 Battle of Mogadishu. Starring Josh Hartnett and Ewan McGregor, this film is a gripping portrayal of the bravery and sacrifice of U.S. Army Rangers.
7. The Kingdom (2007)
This action-thriller follows a team of FBI agents who are sent to Saudi Arabia to investigate a terrorist attack on an American compound. Starring Jamie Foxx and Chris Cooper, this film is a tense and thought-provoking exploration of international politics and terrorism.
8. Rules of Engagement (2000)
Starring Tommy Lee Jones and Samuel L. Jackson, this film follows a military attorney who is tasked with defending a Marine Corps colonel accused of massacring civilians in Yemen.
9. The Great Raid (2005)
Based on a true story, this film follows a group of Filipino and American prisoners of war who attempt to escape from a Japanese prison camp in 1945. Starring Benjamin Bratt and James Franco, this film is a powerful tribute to the bravery and sacrifice of those who served in World War II.
10. Hacksaw Ridge (2016)
Directed by Mel Gibson, this biographical war drama tells the story of Desmond Doss, a conscientious objector who becomes the first Medal of Honor recipient without firing a shot. Starring Andrew Garfield, this film is a powerful and emotional portrayal of courage and sacrifice.
11. Flags of Our Fathers (2006)
Directed by Clint Eastwood, this film tells the story of the Battle of Iwo Jima and the men who raised the American flag on Mount Suribachi. Starring Ryan Phillippe and Jesse Bradford, this film is a powerful tribute to the bravery and sacrifice of those who served in World War II.
12. Letters from Iwo Jima (2006)
Also directed by Clint Eastwood, this film tells the story of the Battle of Iwo Jima from the perspective of Japanese soldiers. Starring Ken Watanabe, this film is a powerful and emotional portrayal of the human cost of war.
These 12 movies are must-watches for anyone who loved "12 Strong". They offer powerful and emotional portrayals of courage, sacrifice, and patriotism, and serve as tributes to the bravery and sacrifice of our military heroes.
