Released in English version.

The Six Triple Eight

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by cookie 17-07-2025

The Six Triple Eight - Top 10 Best Movies That Will Shake Up the Oscars in 2025 That You Should Watch.

The Six Triple Eight is a historical war drama film directed by Tyler Perry that recreates a forgotten chapter in World War II history: the extraordinary journey of the 6888th Battalion – the first all-female and all-African-American military unit to be deployed overseas during wartime.

Inspired by a true story, the film follows Major Charity Adams and 855 brave women of color who were sent to Europe with a seemingly “invisible” mission: to process more than 17 million unsold letters sent to American soldiers at the front lines. Although they did not directly go to the battlefield, their work had an extremely spiritual meaning – connecting soldiers with their families, keeping the flame of hope alive amid the flames of war.

Set in an America rife with racism and sexism, The Six Triple Eight is not only a story of bravery and military discipline, but also a journey to reclaim dignity, recognition and pride for forgotten women. They fought not with weapons, but with resilience, intelligence and solidarity as a family – true to their motto: "No mail, low morale".

With elaborate production, authentic set design and a strong cast led by Kerry Washington, the film made a strong impression upon its release and quickly entered the sights of the 2025 Oscars thanks to its humane message, epic quality and profound historical significance.

Basic Information

  • Movie Name: The Six Triple Eight

  • Genre: Drama, History, War, Biography

  • Runtime: 135 minutes

  • Release Date: 2024 (on Netflix)

  • Country: United States

  • Director & Writer: Tyler Perry (based on an article by Kevin M. Hymel)

  • Producer: Tyler Perry Studios, Netflix

  • Starring:​

    • Kerry Washington as Major Charity Adams

    • Oprah Winfrey

    • Ebony Obsidian

    • Sam Waterston

    • Milauna Jackson

    • Pepi Sonuga

    • Susan Sarandon

    • Dean Norris

 

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