Since the first films, war has been one of the most recurring and prestigious themes in cinema, being one of the genres that receives the most awards and recognition from audiences and critics.
Since these were expensive and grandiose productions, many of the war stories were made for the cinema. However, TV also has several series that portray these tragic events of humanity, exploring battles, conflicts and the human dramas that accompany them.
Here are 9 war series you can watch on major streaming services.
War series to watch in streaming
Band of Brothers (2001)
One of the most famous and prestigious war series, Band of Brothers is a constant presence on lists of the best series of all time.
Produced by Steven Spielberg, the series follows the true story of Easy Company, the 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment, from training to D-Day and the invasion of Nazi-occupied Europe.
The series is widely praised for its historical accuracy and deep, emotional character development.
The Pacific (2010)
From the creators of Band of Brothers, The Pacific is a miniseries that portrays the horrors of warfare in the Pacific during World War II.
The plot focuses on three Marines and their experiences in the battles of Guadalcanal, Iwo Jima and Okinawa, highlighting the devastating impact of the conflict on soldiers.
The production has 10 episodes.
Lords of the Air (2024)
The third series produced by Steven Spielberg and Tom Hanks is a spiritual sequel to Band of Brothers and The Pacific.
The miniseries follows the actions of the US Air Force’s Eighth Army during World War II, focusing on bombers and their risky missions over Europe.
The production has 9 episodes.
Generation Kill (2008)
Based on the book of the same name by Evan Wright, a Rolling Stone journalist who followed the Marines on the battlefield, Generation Kill offers a gritty and realistic view of modern warfare.
The series delves into the daily lives of Marines during the occupation of Iraq. The miniseries, consisting of 7 episodes, is produced by David Simon, creator of the classic series The Wire.
The Valley of Tears (2020)
This Israeli series chronicles the events of the 1973 Yom Kippur War and focuses on the stories of soldiers from different perspectives – from tankers to commanders – fighting against Syrian forces in the Golan Heights.
The war began on October 6, 1973, when Arab states, led by Egypt and Syria, launched a surprise invasion on Yom Kippur, the holiest day in the Jewish calendar.
Great Moments of World War II in Color (2009)
Documentaries are one of the most effective ways to revisit historical events, and this series offers an in-depth look at World War II using remastered color footage.
In addition to impressive imagery, the series contextualizes the war’s major battles and events with compelling historical narrative.
The Liberator (2020)
This animated miniseries uses an innovative technique that combines animation with live action called Trioscope, similar to rotoscoping.
The Liberator tells the story of the U.S. Army’s 157th Infantry Division during the invasion of Europe in World War II, focusing on their march from Anzio to the liberation of Dachau.
All the Light We Cannot See (2023)
Based on the Pulitzer-winning novel. The miniseries, starring Mark Ruffalo and Hugh Laurie, follows the lives of a young blind woman and a German soldier during the Nazi occupation of France.
The series highlights the personal and emotional stories of war, mixing suffering and hope. The production has 4 episodes.
Five cams back
This documentary series looks at five Hollywood directors. Names like John Ford (Trace of Hate), Frank Capra (You Can’t Buy), William Wyler (Ben-Hur), John Huston (Greek Relic) and George Stevens (Thus Walks Humanity) used their skills during the second world war around the world produce propaganda films and war documentaries.
The series pays homage to the impact that cinema has had in raising awareness of the conflict. In the Netflix catalog you can also take a look at the films produced by these directors during the war.
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