Movies like The War at Home

The Deer Hunter, another deeply moving drama, delves into the lives of a group of friends before, during, and after their service in Vietnam. With themes of loss, PTSD, and the difficulties of adjusting to post-war life, it resonates with the same poignant notes as The War at Home.

Brothers explores the complexities that arise when a soldier presumed dead returns to his family after being held captive in Afghanistan. The film's examination of trauma, survivor's guilt, and family dynamics will resonate deeply with an audience that appreciates the family-centered and psychological aspects of The War at Home.

Oliver Stone's Born on the Fourth of July is an intense portrayal of a soldier's life after the Vietnam war. The film, which mirrors the themes of The War at Home, follows the true story of Ron Kovic, who becomes an anti-war activist after experiencing the horrors of combat and the neglect of veterans back at home.

Coming Home takes a powerful look at the impact of the Vietnam War on the lives of people at home. Like The War at Home, it explores the emotional turmoil and personal struggles of veterans reintegrating into civilian life, making it a must-watch for those who appreciated the dramatic and heart-wrenching portrayal in The War at Home.

Paul Haggis's In the Valley of Elah delves into the mysterious disappearance of a soldier recently returned from Iraq. Like The War at Home, it closely examines the psychological effects of war on service members and their families, highlighting the painful reality of post-traumatic stress.

Home of the Brave follows the lives of three soldiers struggling to readjust to civilian life after returning from Iraq. Its insights into the challenges faced by veterans echo the narrative of The War at Home, presenting a compelling drama that will resonate with its viewers.

Stop-Loss is a drama that focuses on a soldier who is ordered back to duty in Iraq, under the military's stop-loss policy, just as he thought he was about to return to normal civilian life. Sharing The War at Home's interest in the personal consequences of war, it's another film that sheds light on the hardships that soldiers face.