Movies like Midway

Directed by Steven Spielberg, Saving Private Ryan is renowned for its realistic portrayal of the brutality of war, particularly its opening scene depicting the D-Day invasion. Fans of Midway's combat sequences may find the visceral depiction of battle in this film equally compelling.

Christopher Nolan's Dunkirk is a gripping war film that showcases the evacuation of Allied troops from Dunkirk, France. Like Midway, it's a visually stunning film that immerses viewers in the intense and desperate atmosphere of warfare.

Directed by Mel Gibson, Hacksaw Ridge tells the true story of Desmond Doss, a conscientious objector who served as a medic during the Battle of Okinawa. The film’s intense battle scenes and focus on the heroism of individuals in war echo themes present in Midway.

Though set in World War I, Sam Mendes' 1917 is a thrilling and immersive cinematic experience that follows two soldiers on a mission to deliver a message that could save lives. Its continuous-shot cinematography and the harrowing journey of its protagonists may resonate with fans of the action and intensity in Midway.

Directed by Michael Bay, Pearl Harbor is an epic war film that intertwines a dramatic love story with the harrowing events of the attack on Pearl Harbor, much like Midway's depiction of a pivotal World War II battle. It offers stunning visuals and a broad scope of the American involvement in the Pacific War.

Terrence Malick's The Thin Red Line is a philosophical war film that examines the lives of several soldiers during the Battle of Guadalcanal. While it takes a more meditative approach than Midway, it similarly captures the chaos and horror of war in the Pacific.