News and ViewsNovember 4, 2024
A Cinematic Tribute: Spectrum Honors Veterans Day With On Demand Movie Collection
Titles Available for Rent Nov. 5-11 Include 'Dunkirk,' 'Jarhead' and 'Pearl Harbor'
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In celebration of Veterans Day (November 11), Spectrum invites customers to explore an On Demand collection of military-themed movies, available for rent November 5-11. This curated selection spans genres, from gripping dramas to inspiring documentaries, showcasing stories from the Civil War to contemporary conflicts, and featuring leading actors like John Krasinski, Kate Beckinsale and Harry Styles.
Spectrum TV customers can access the collection in the On Demand portal under the Veterans Day category. Among the featured titles available for rent are biographical war films like “Jarhead,” based on the 2003 memoir by former U.S. Marine Anthony Swofford, played by Jake Gyllenhaal, chronicling his service during the Persian Gulf War, and “We Were Soldiers,” which dramatizes the true story of the Battle of Ia Drang during the Vietnam War with Mel Gibson as the starring lead.
For customers seeking more action-packed narratives, “13 Hours: The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi,” stars John Krasinski and recounts the defense of the American diplomatic compound in Benghazi amid a series of attacks. “Dunkirk” is an epic historical war thriller about the evacuation of allied soldiers from France during World War II, with a star-studded cast including Harry Styles and Tom Hardy.
Additional titles available for rent include “Pearl Harbor,” a romantic drama with Ben Affleck and Kate Beckinsale set against the backdrop of World War II following the attack on Pearl Harbor; “Murph: The Protector,” a documentary showcasing the courage of Navy SEAL Lieutenant Michael P. Murphy who was awarded the U.S. military's highest decoration for his actions during the War in Afghanistan; and “Megan Leavey,” a biographical drama about a Marine and her combat dog, Rex, highlighting their bond and service in Iraq.
To explore the full collection of movies, Spectrum TV customers can access the Veterans Day category in the On Demand portal via their Spectrum Guide from November 5-11. For more information, visit our website.