Memorial Day is a celebration of all the brave women and men who sacrificed their lives in service of the nation. These days there are various ways to honor our heroes like visiting cemeteries, memorials, and watching parades.
While most of the commemoration is forced on outdoor activities, you can still celebrate the day in the comfort of your home. Whether you are staying with your family or celebrating alone, you can always rely on streaming services to give you the best movies for any occasion.
From war conflicts to stories of heroism, here are some binge-worthy movies that you can stream this Memorial Day:
'Black Hawk Dawn'
"Black Hawk Dawn" is a 2001 film based on the book by Mark Bowden. The story follows the events of the 1993 Battle of Mogadishu. The film centered on the attempts of the U.S. Army Rangers and Delta Force soldiers to capture top-ranking Somali warlords.
The story was lauded for its portrayal of the unpredictable nature of military missions, urban warfare, and the dangers constantly faced by soldiers in the field. The film also surprised its audience with its realistic narrative and cinematography.
"Black Hawk Dawn" is available on Netflix until May 31.
'Midway'
"Midway" is a 2019 film based on the historical events leading up to and including the Battle of Midway. The naval battle in the Pacific Theater during World War II was a pivotal moment for the U.S.
Several historical moments were included in the film such as the Battle of Midway in 1942, the aftermath of Pearl Harbor, and the intelligence efforts of the U.S. Navy to counter the Japanese attack.
"Midway" is available on Netflix and Amazon Prime Video.
'Fury'
"Fury" is set during the final days of World War II in 1945. The story follows the U.S. Army sergeant Don 'Wardaddy' Collier who commands the Sherman tank called Fury.
During the mission, Wardaddy is joined by his tank crew consisting of four other members. Aside from its war narrative, the story also shows brotherhood between soldiers, the brutality of war, and the importance of leadership to survive on dangerous missions.
"Fury" is available to stream on Hulu.
'13 Hours: The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi'
"13 Hours: The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi" is a 2016 film based on the book of Mitchell Zuckoff. The film is the dramatization of the 2012 Benghazi attack wherein Islamic militants attacked the American diplomatic compound.
The story centers on how a team of six CIA security contractors fought their way out, despite being heavily outnumbered. The team struggled to defend the American outposts but managed to rescue the survivors within a 13-hour mission.
"13 Hours: The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi" can be streamed on Hulu.
'The Finest Hours'
"The Finest Hours" is an adaptation of the book by Michael J. Tougias and Casey Sherman. The film recounts the events of one of the most successful sea rescues in the U.S. Coast Guard history in 1952.
The story portrayed the efforts of the Coast Guard to rescue the crew of SS Pendleton, a T-2 oil tanker, that was split in half during a violent storm. The film was applauded for its depiction of how sea rescues happen and how challenging it is.
"The Finest Hours" is available to stream on Disney+.
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