19.0IMDbRSchindler's List
1993
Top 10 War Movies
War cinema confronts history at its most harrowing and human. This list highlights powerful films set against conflict, including a haunting fairy tale born from the Spanish Civil War, with age ratings noted given the intense subject matter.
16 movies · ranked by rating
Ranked movies
- 19.0IMDbR
28.5IMDbRThe Pianist
2002
38.5IMDbPG-13
48.2IMDbRPan's Labyrinth
2006
58.1IMDbRHacksaw Ridge
2016
68.3IMDbPG
78.3IMDbPG
88.3IMDbRIncendies
2010
97.9IMDbG
108.0IMDbR
Frequently asked questions
What is the best War movie?
Schindler's List (1993) tops our ranking of the best War movies, based on a weighted blend of IMDb and TMDb ratings. Schindler's List, The Pianist and Grave of the Fireflies round out the top picks.
How are these War movies ranked?
We rank by a weighted rating that combines IMDb and TMDb scores with how many people voted — so well-loved, widely-seen films rank above obscure titles with a high score from only a handful of votes. Every pick also shows its official age rating.
What are some good War movies to watch?
Beyond Schindler's List, our list above highlights the highest-rated War movies worth your time, each with its rating and age certification noted.