Movies like Braveheart

Gladiator is a sweeping historical epic that follows the story of Maximus Decimus Meridius, a Roman general who becomes a gladiator seeking vengeance against an emperor who betrayed him. Like Braveheart, it features a heroic protagonist, grand battles, and a stirring tale of rebellion and honor.

Kingdom of Heaven takes place during the Crusades and follows a blacksmith who becomes a knight defending Jerusalem. Its focus on medieval warfare, moral conflict, and religious themes echo the valiant struggle for freedom depicted in Braveheart.

300 is a visually stunning retelling of the Battle of Thermopylae, where Spartan warriors faced off against the Persian army. It offers the same visceral fight-for-freedom story as Braveheart, couched in a stylish, graphic novel-like presentation.

Troy brings to life Homer's ancient tale of the Trojan War, focusing on the exploits of Achilles and Hector. Similar to Braveheart, it showcases the personal drama of its characters against the backdrop of war and features intense combat and a drive for glory.

Robin Hood, particularly the 2010 version directed by Ridley Scott, revisits the legendary tale of the English hero who steals from the rich to give to the poor. It captures the spirit of rebellion and the fight against oppression that is at the heart of Braveheart.

The Patriot stars Mel Gibson as a father who is drawn into the American Revolutionary War. The film shares Braveheart's themes of fighting for freedom and the personal cost of war, along with epic battle sequences and a strong emotional core.

The Last Samurai tells the story of an American military advisor who embraces the Samurai culture he was hired to destroy. The film shares Braveheart's deep dive into cultural honor, warfare and the struggle against the inevitable tide of modernity.