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Movies Based On True Events

The Assignment 1997 Movie Scene Aidan Quinn as Annibal Ramirez holding a gun after he just killed a man

The Assignment [1997]

Action
Gripping from start to finish and inspired by real events, The Assignment is an action-packed psychological spy thriller you need to watch.
Kingdom of Heaven 2005 Movie Scene Orlando Bloom as Balian de Ibelin in full armor riding his horse outside Jerusalem

Kingdom of Heaven [2005]

Action
Kingdom of Heaven is an immersive, atmospheric, and compelling historical epic exploring religious conflict during the Crusades.
Owning Mahowny 2003 Movie Scene Philip Seymour Hoffman as Dan Mahowny a compulsive gambler high roller sitting at a blackjack table

Owning Mahowny [2003]

Drama
Based on bizarre true events, Owning Mahowny is a compelling portrait of an ordinary bank manager who also happens to be a compulsive gambler.
Stealing Sinatra 2003 Movie Scene David Arquette as Barry Keenan, William H. Macy as John Irwin, and Ryan Browning as Joe Amsler looking at kidnapped Frank Sinatra Jr.

Stealing Sinatra [2003]

Comedy
Unjustly forgotten, Stealing Sinatra is a lighthearted crime comedy based on bizarre true events and a hidden gem you need to uncover.
Dog Day Afternoon 1975 Movie Scene Al Pacino as Sonny holding a M1 Garand rifle and robbing a bank

Dog Day Afternoon [1975]

Thriller
Based on actual events, Dog Day Afternoon is not just an intense hostage situation movie but a still relevant exploration of our society.
Serpico 1973 Movie Scene Al Pacino as Serpico practicing shooting in a gun range

Serpico [1973]

Thriller
Based on both a sobering and inspiring true story about police corruption, Serpico is a gritty and realistic thriller that's still relevant.
Flamin Hot 2023 Movie Scene Jesse Garcia as Richard Montañez working as a janitor at a Frito-Lay factory

Flamin’ Hot [2023]

Comedy
Featuring an inspirational and feelgood true story, Flamin' Hot is a breezy comedy with a Latino twist definitely worth watching.
The Program 2015 Movie Scene Ben Foster as Lance Armstrong telling his teammates to focus during Tour de France race

The Program [2015]

Thriller
The Program is a competent, underrated and fast-paced movie about Lance Armstrong's doping scandal you simply need to check out.
War Dogs 2016 Movie Scene Jonah Hill as Efraim Diveroli and Miles Teller as David Packouz posing for a picture in front of a truck after a successful delivery of weapons

War Dogs [2016]

Comedy
Based on an insane true story of two young hustlers who started selling arms to the US military, the cynical comedy War Dogs is a must-see.
Narvik 2022 Movie Scene Carl Martin Eggesbø as Gunnar Tofte among soldiers about to attack the town to retake from the Nazis

Narvik [2022]

Thriller
A bit generic and melodramatic, Narvik still offers an intriguing look at several aspects of WWII often forgotten in other movies.
Troy 2004 Movie Scene Brad Pitt as Achilles leading Agamemnon's army to the gates of the city after they stormed the beach

Troy [2004]

Action
Still relevant and one of the best historic epics, Troy is a visually impressive, compelling, and thought-provoking masterpiece.