This is likely because they were well-documented and recent enough to have living survivors.

Unfortunately, another seafaring movie with its own Captain Jack brought more competition toMaster and Commander.

The combination of accuracy, great acting, and careful pacing enabledMaster and Commanderto stand the test of time.

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Crowe’s 2014 historical dramaThe Water Divineris one of his few true war films, alongside 2024’sLand of Bad.

What Other War Movies Nail The Tactical Aspect Like Master And Commander?

Among thebest naval war movies,Master and CommanderremainsalongsideThe Caine Mutiny,Das Boot, andBattleship Potemkin.

Russell Crowe looking determined

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Source: The Seattle Times, Deadline

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Russell Crowe smiling with his captain’s hat on in Master and Commander.

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Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World