James Barber

James Barber is the former entertainment editor for Military.com. He has a background in the music, radio and film industries and goes behind the scenes to bring the military and veteran audience entertainment news they care about.

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Bradley Cooper stars as Chris Kyle in "American Sniper." (Warner Bros.)

The Best Military Movies and Shows Streaming Right Now on Amazon Prime Video

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Here's How to Get a 2023 MLB.TV Military Discount

MLB.TV is a great option for anyone who doesn't live in their favorite team's broadcast area.

The 2001 film "Black Hawk Down" depicts the 1993 Battle of Mogadishu. (Sony Pictures)

The Best Military Movies and Shows Streaming Right Now on Netflix

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10 Military Movies to Watch on Memorial Day Weekend 2023

You can honor the fallen on Memorial Day with these Memorial Day military movies.

Al Pacino plays Capt. Michael Corleone, USMC in "The Godfather." (Paramount Pictures)

How WWII Hero Michael Corleone Defied His Family to Enlist in the Marines in ‘The Godfather’

Michael's military career is the backbone of "The Godfather" and its two movie sequels.

Tom Cruise returns in "Top Gun: Maverick." (Paramount)

‘Top Gun: Maverick’ Is a Military Movie Miracle

Who could have imagined just how good a "Top Gun" sequel could be?

How to Buy Headphones for Music and Gaming

When it comes to headphones, should you go wired or wireless?

Citadel Richard Madden Priyanka Chopra Jones

Amazon Makes a Huge Bet with International Spy Series 'Citadel'

Prime Video has already ordered several spinoff shows and renewed "Citadel" for Season 2.

Does 'John Wick: Chapter 4' Finally Reveal Details of the Assassin's Military Service?

The movies have plenty of evidence that suggests the hitman's Marine Corps background but offers precious few details.

What if Army Vet Elvis Presley Had Been a Real Secret Agent?

The Netflix animated series "Agent Elvis" creates a hilarious alternate history of the singer's career.

A Black WWII Soldier Made a Heroic Stand in Germany. It Took 50 Years for Him to Receive the Medal of Honor

Edward A. Carter Jr. served in combat in two wars before he enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1941.

Military Movies Had a Mixed Night at the 2023 Oscar Ceremony

"Top Gun: Maverick" barely avoided getting shut out after being nominated for six awards.

95th Academy Awards - Vanity Fair Oscars Party

Ke Huy Quan's Journey from Vietnamese 'Boat Person' to Oscar Winner

Actor Ke Huy Quan made a huge comeback in "Everything Everywhere All at Once."

Army Vet Robert Blake Lived a Troubled Life in Hollywood

A 1970s TV icon, Robert Blake was found not guilty of killing his wife but later was found liable in civil court.

Watch Marine Veteran Adam Driver Go Tactical on a Bunch of Dinosaurs in '65'

This sci-fi movie delivers exactly what it promises. Dinosaurs are going down.

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