Movies like Maatrubhumi: May War Rest in Peace: 20 to watch next

If you loved Maatrubhumi: May War Rest in Peace (2026) — a action, drama and history film directed by Apoorva Lakhia — these 20 movies are the closest matches.

The first picks are what fans of Maatrubhumi: May War Rest in Peace most often go on to watch; the rest share its genres and themes like army, indian war and indian army. 10 of them are streaming in India right now — each entry shows where.

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1. 1

   Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior 2020★ 6.4

   Shares: Action, Drama, History

   When Aurangzeb recruits his trusted soldier Udaybhan to control the Kondhana fort, Shivaji's military leader Tanhaji Malusare and his army of Maratha warriors set out to recapture the fortress.

   Stream in India on VI movies and tv, JioHotstar

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   Border 1997★ 6.5

   Shares: History, Action, Drama

   Amidst the 1971 Indo-Pak war, a company of 120 Indian soldiers stationed at the border region of Longewala in Rajasthan must defend their post through the night against two thousand Pakistani troops armed with tanks. Based on the true events of the Battle of Longewala.

   Stream in India on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Ultraplaybox Amazon Channel

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   Uri: The Surgical Strike 2019★ 7.1

   Shares: Action, Drama

   Following the roguish terrorist attacks at Uri Army Base camp in Kashmir, India takes the fight to the enemy, in its most successful covert operation till date with one and only one objective of avenging their fallen heroes.

   Stream in India on Zee5

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   Field of Lost Shoes 2015★ 6.1

   Shares: Drama, History, Action

   A group of teenage cadets sheltered from war at the Virginia Military Institute must confront the horrors of an adult world when they are called upon to defend the Shenandoah Valley.

   Stream in India on Tubi TV

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   Sam Bahadur 2023★ 7.0

   Shares: Drama, History

   Based on the life of Sam Manekshaw, who was the Chief of the Army Staff of the Indian Army during the Indo-Pakistani War of 1971, and the first Indian Army officer to be promoted to the rank of Field Marshal.

   Stream in India on Zee5, VI movies and tv

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   Outlaws - For Greater Glory 2012★ 7.0

   Shares: History, Drama, Action

   A chronicle of the Cristeros War (1926-1929), which was touched off by a rebellion against the Mexican government's attempt to secularize the country.

   Not on subscription streaming in India right now

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   Sky Force 2025★ 6.5

   Shares: Action, History

   In the 1965 Indo-Pak War, India faces a devastating surprise attack. Wing Commander Ahuja leads a retaliatory strike, but Squadron Leader Vijaya goes missing after a heroic solo engagement against a superior enemy jet. Ahuja spends 23 years seeking the truth and uncovering a cover-up.

   Stream in India on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads

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   Walking with the Enemy 2014★ 6.3

   Shares: Action, Drama, History

   Regent Horthy is the leader of Hungary and a German ally, but his favorable standing with Hitler changes as the war comes to an end. Forced to cede Hungary’s power or else witness the execution of his son, Regent Horthy gives up control of his country to the Nazis, who quickly move Hungarians to ghettos and death camps, with no hope in sight. But the despair changes when a young man named Elek emerges. Separated from his family during the relocations and aided by the woman he loves , Elek defies the enemy by becoming one of them. In a race against time, disguised as a Nazi Officer he embarks on a mission to save his family and thousands of his countrymen.

   Not on subscription streaming in India right now

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   Medieval 2022★ 6.8

   Shares: Action, Drama, History

   The story of fifteenth century Czech icon and warlord, Jan Zizka, who defeated armies of the Teutonic Order and the Holy Roman Empire.

   Not on subscription streaming in India right now

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    Zulu Dawn 1979★ 6.1

    Shares: Drama, History

    In 1879, the British suffer a great loss at the Battle of Isandlwana due to incompetent leadership.

    Not on subscription streaming in India right now

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    Mangal Pandey - The Rising 2005★ 6.1

    Shares: Drama, History

    The film begins in 1857, when India was ruled by the British East India Company. Mangal Pandey is a sepoy, a soldier of Indian origin, in the army of the East India Company. Pandey is fighting in the Anglo-Afghan Wars and saves the life of his British commanding officer, William Gordon. Gordon is indebted to Pandey and a strong friendship develops between them, transcending both rank and race.

    Stream in India on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, JioHotstar

12. 12

    Gunga Din 1939★ 6.5

    Shares: Action, History

    British army sergeants Ballantine, Cutter and MacChesney serve in India during the 1880s, along with their native water-bearer, Gunga Din. While completing a dangerous telegraph-repair mission, they unearth evidence of the suppressed Thuggee cult. When Gunga Din tells the sergeants about a secret temple made of gold, the fortune-hunting Cutter is captured by the Thuggees, and it's up to his friends to rescue him.

    Not on subscription streaming in India right now

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    The Kill Team 2019★ 6.5

    Shares: Action, Drama

    When Andrew Briggman — a young soldier in the US Army during the invasion of Afghanistan — witnesses the murderous behavior of fellow soldiers, under the direction of a malevolent Sergeant, he faces a moral dilemma. His increasingly-violent platoon becomes suspicious that someone in their ranks has turned on them, and Andrew begins to fear for his safety. A fictionalized dramatization based on a true story.

    Stream in India on Amazon Prime Video, Zee5, Amazon Prime Video with Ads

14. 14

    Night Crossing 1982★ 6.1

    Shares: Drama, Action

    Two men want to escape from East Germany (under Communist rule) but they will only go if they can take their families with them. Based on a true story.

    Not on subscription streaming in India right now

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    Shout at the Devil 1976★ 6.1

    Shares: Action, Drama, History

    During World War One an English adventurer, an American elephant poacher and the latter's attractive young daughter, set out to destroy a German battle-cruiser which is awaiting repairs in an inlet just off Zanzibar. The story is based on a novel by Wilbur Smith, which in turn is very loosely based on events involving the light cruiser SMS Königsberg, which was sunk after taking refuge in Rufigi delta in 1915.

    Stream in India on Plex

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    Viceroy's House 2017★ 6.7

    Shares: Drama, History

    In 1947, Lord Mountbatten assumes the post of last Viceroy, charged with handing India back to its people, living upstairs at the house which was the home of British rulers, whilst 500 Hindu, Muslim and Sikh servants lived downstairs.

    Not on subscription streaming in India right now

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    Sharpe's Challenge 2006★ 6.2

    Shares: Action, History

    Sean Bean is back as the swashbuckling hero in Sharpe's Challenge, an action packed mini-series to be shot on location in Rajasthan, India. Two years after the Duke of Wellington crushes Napoleon at Waterloo, dispatches from India tell of a local Maharaja, Khande Rao, who is threatening British interests there. Wellington sends Sharpe to investigate on what turns out to be his most dangerous mission to date. When a beautiful general's daughter is kidnapped by the Indian warlord, the tension mounts, leaving Sharpe no option but to pursue the enemy right into its deadly lair. Deep in the heart of enemy territory he also has to keep at bay the beautiful but scheming Regent, Madhuvanthi, who is out to seduce him. The fate of an Empire and the life of a General's daughter lie in one man's hands...

    Not on subscription streaming in India right now

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    Shershaah 2021★ 7.3

    Shares: Action, Drama

    Inspired by the life of Captain Vikram Batra (PVC), the film celebrates his bravery, valiant spirit and honors his invaluable sacrifice during the Kargil War of 1999, at the age of 24.

    Stream in India on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads

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    The Devil's Brigade 1968★ 6.3

    Shares: Action, Drama

    At the onset of World War II, American Lt. Col. Robert Frederick is put in charge of a unit called the 1st Special Service Force, composed of elite Canadian commandos and undisciplined American soldiers. With Maj. Alan Crown leading the Canadians and Maj. Cliff Bricker the acting head of the American contingent, there is initial tension -- but the team comes together when given a daunting mission that few would dare to attempt.

    Not on subscription streaming in India right now

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    Battleground 1949★ 6.7

    Shares: Action, Drama

    Members of the U.S. Army's 101st Airborne Division are fighting for their country amidst the rugged terrain of Bastogne, Belgium, in December 1944. Holley and his American compatriots have already seen one of their own, Roderigues, perish under enemy fire. The men try to rebuff another series of Nazi attacks, but what they really need is a change in the weather. Without clear skies, they'll never get the air support they need.

    Not on subscription streaming in India right now