Saving Private Ryan

A 1998 American war drama directed by Steven Spielberg, with a screenplay by Robert Rodat. Starring Tom Hanks, Matt Damon, and Tom Sizemore, the film is set during World War II, beginning with the Allies' D-Day invasion of Normandy. The story follows a group of American soldiers, led by Captain John Miller (Tom Hanks), who embark on a perilous mission to find and save Private James Ryan (Matt Damon), the last surviving brother of four siblings killed in action. The film is acclaimed for its realistic depiction of combat and the human drama amidst war, winning several awards, including the Academy Award for Best Director.