1. Forrest Gump
#76 most popular movie yesterdayWith Tom Hanks in the leading role, Forrest Gump's narrative intricately weaves through the Vietnam War era and provides a poignant look at the historical and personal impacts of the conflict. Like Distant Thunder, the film addresses the mental and emotional aspects of post-war life.
8 movies like Forrest Gump...2. The Deer Hunter
#659 most popular movie yesterdayThis epic war drama, starring Robert De Niro and Christopher Walken, follows a group of Pennsylvania steelworkers whose lives are forever changed by their experiences in the Vietnam War. Like Distant Thunder, it deals with the impactful changes in the lives of soldiers pre- and post-war, and showcases the psychological trauma they endure.
8 movies like The Deer Hunter...3. Platoon
#1,025 most popular movie yesterdayDirected by Oliver Stone and starring Charlie Sheen, Platoon is a gritty and realistic portrayal of the Vietnam War. As with Distant Thunder, it offers an on-the-ground perspective that looks at the moral ambiguity of the war and its profound effects on soldiers.
8 movies like Platoon...4. Good Morning, Vietnam
#2,191 most popular movie yesterdayStarring the incomparable Robin Williams as a radio DJ in Saigon during the Vietnam War, this film infuses comedy into the often grim reality of war. Its lighter approach might be a change of pace for fans of Distant Thunder, but it still grapples with many of the same issues.
7 movies like Good Morning, Vietnam...5. Born on the Fourth of July
#2,256 most popular movie yesterdayThis biographical war drama stars Tom Cruise and explores the story of Ron Kovic, a Vietnam War veteran who becomes an anti-war and pro-human rights political activist. Fans of Distant Thunder may appreciate the personal and emotional journey of a soldier's return and adjustment to civilian life, as well as the intense portrayal of the repercussions of war.
8 movies like Born on the Fourth of July...6. Coming Home
#3,883 most popular movie yesterdayFeaturing Jon Voight and Jane Fonda, Coming Home delves into the lives of a disabled Vietnam War veteran and a military wife. It's a powerful exploration of love, loss, and the harrowing effects of war, akin to the themes presented in Distant Thunder.
8 movies like Coming Home...7. In Country
#6,419 most popular movie yesterdayThis film examines the aftermath of the Vietnam War on a Kentucky family, particularly focusing on a relationship between a father and daughter. In Country mirrors Distant Thunder's investigation of the intergenerational effects of war and the struggle for veterans to fit back into society.
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