The Best US Civil War Movies of All Time
Over 3,600 movie fans have voted to shape the rankings of some of the best US Civil War movies ever made. From epic battle scenes, to heart-wrenching drama and compelling characters, these films capture the complexities and emotions of this tumultuous time in American history. Dances With Wolves, Glory, Gettysburg and Gods & Generals each deliver powerful performances that leave a lasting impression on viewers. Fans also love Cold Mountain which follows a Confederate soldier's journey home amidst his war torn surroundings
These great civil war movies resonate with fans because they offer insight into this particularly historic moment in our nation's past while still providing gripping entertainment value. Through their intense action sequences and deeply moving stories, they continue to inspire us even today. If you're looking for a list of excellent civil war movies then look no further - cast your votes now for your favorites.
- 1Tom Berenger, Martin Sheen, Stephen Lang
- 2Matthew Broderick, Denzel Washington, Morgan Freeman
- 3Daniel Day-Lewis, Sally Field, David Strathairn
- 4Jeff Daniels, Stephen Lang, Robert Duvall
- Released: 2003
- Directed by: Ronald F. Maxwell
A sweeping epic charting the early years of the Civil War and how the campaigns unfolded from Manassas I to the Battle of Fredericksburg, this prequel to the film "Gettysburg" explores the ...more - 5Audie Murphy, Bill Mauldin, John Dierkes
- Released: 1951
- Directed by: John Huston
Henry Fleming (Audie Murphy) is a young Union soldier in the American Civil War. During his unit's first engagement, Henry flees the battlefield in fear. When he learns that the Union actually won ...more - 6William H. Macy, Thomas F. Wilson, William Sanderson
- Released: 1996
- Directed by: John Frankenheimer
Andersonville is a 1996 American television film directed by John Frankenheimer about a group of Union soldiers during the American Civil War who are captured by the Confederates and sent to an ...more
