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Top 9 World War 2 documentaries ranked – and number 1 is a forgotten gem
Jan 25, 2025
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Any World War Two buffs on the lookout for new documentaries to watch have come to the right place.
While fictional portrayals based on true events like Band of Brothers or SAS Rogue Heroes have proved hugely popular over the years, if you’re looking to uncover the real stories of war, look no further than documentaries based on archive photos and video.
Plenty released before the 21st century also include interviews with soldiers who actually served on the front lines.
From harrowing stories of grief, loss and injury to the final cries of victory, it’s all been documented.
Express.co.uk has ranked the top nine WW2 documentaries – and number one is a forgotten gem for many viewers.
9. The Bloody Hundredth
A companion documentary to HBO series Masters of the Air, The Bloody Hundredth explores the real-life exploits of the 100th Bomb Group – portrayed on screen by stars like Austin Butler and Barry Keoghan.
It’s got a rating 7.5 out of 10 on IMDb and a runtime of just over an hour, but if the miniseries sparked your interest in the 100th it’s a good one to add to your watchlist.
8. SAS: Rogue Warriors
Fans of BBC series SAS Rogue Heroes will want to tune into the 2017 documentary narrated by author Ben Macintyre, SAS: Rogue Warriors.
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