1. The Deer Hunter
#659 most popular movie yesterdayThe Deer Hunter provides an unflinching look at the impact of the Vietnam War on a group of friends from a small industrial town. Like Some Kind of Hero, it's a powerful and haunting narrative of friendship, war, and the struggle to adapt to life's new realities.
8 movies like The Deer Hunter...2. First Blood
#725 most popular movie yesterdayFirst Blood, while more action-oriented, deals with a troubled Vietnam War veteran coping with post-war life. This movie may attract those who appreciated the personal conflict and societal disconnect shown in Some Kind of Hero.
8 movies like First Blood...3. Rambo: First Blood Part II
#1,531 most popular movie yesterdayThis sequel to First Blood may resonate with audiences who enjoyed Some Kind of Hero as it further explores the Vietnam War's influence and continues the story of a soldier struggling with his past and facing new battles.
8 movies like Rambo: First Blood Part II...4. Born on the Fourth of July
#2,256 most popular movie yesterdayBorn on the Fourth of July captures the transformative journey of a Vietnam War veteran, from being a patriotic soldier to an anti-war activist. Similar to Some Kind of Hero, this film explores the physical and emotional challenges of reintegrating into society after combat.
8 movies like Born on the Fourth of July...5. Dead Presidents
#3,033 most popular movie yesterdayDead Presidents follows the life of a young African-American man before, during, and after his service in the Vietnam War. His post-war life bears resemblance to the character in Some Kind of Hero, as he faces the societal and financial strains that lead him down a criminal path.
7 movies like Dead Presidents...6. Coming Home
#3,883 most popular movie yesterdayComing Home directly addresses the challenges faced by veterans returning from the Vietnam War, much like Some Kind of Hero. This emotional drama, featuring standout performances, dives deep into the complexities of readjusting to civilian life and the lasting impact of war.
8 movies like Coming Home...7. In the Valley of Elah
#4,906 most popular movie yesterdayThis gripping drama centers around a military father's search for his missing son, a soldier recently returned from Iraq. It's akin to Some Kind of Hero in its deep dive into the emotional toll of war on soldiers and their families.
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