“War is hell,” goes the old saying, and yet, war movies that explore conflict across the globe and throughout history continue to be extremely popular. That’s no more evident than on Netflix, where any war movie added to the streaming service tends to attract near instant attention.

At present, the streaming platform is a little lacking in movies set within contemporary warfare, but there are plenty of must-watch picks that take place during the 20th century, with thrilling, thoughtful and powerful flicks set during both World Wars and the Vietnam War.

I’ve searched through the Netflix movie library and picked out the five war movies you won’t want to miss, and these selections range in tone and approach, so whether you want a gripping thriller, character-driven drama, or even a game of

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