It's been 72 years since the Normandy landings of World War II, a.k.a. D-Day. In order to gain further appreciation for the military sacrifice and importance of this moment in history, there are many movies you can watch online dedicated to the iconic day.

The landing on the beaches of Normandy is one of the most dramatic moments in recent history, and has been depicted on film quite frequently. D-Day has been recreated in Hollywood films, TV specials, foreign movies and more.

With Monday being the 72nd anniversary of D-Day, check out some of the many films based on the day that you can watch online.

Saving Private Ryan (1998)

Saving Private Ryan is arguably the most well known film to depict D-Day in its chaotic reality. The film opens with a 27-minute incredibly visceral scene of American troops landing on the beaches, and the all the subsequent warfare that ensues. While Saving Private Ryan is not available for free online, you can rent it for the low price of $2.99 on iTunes, Google Play, Vudu or YouTube.

The Longest Day (1962)

The Longest Day is a '60s classic with an all-star cast that includes John Wayne, Henry Fonda and Robert Mitchium. The film centers entirely on D-Day from all sides of the battle. Check out The Longest Day on Netflix streaming here.

My Way (2011)

This Korean drama is one of the lesser known D-Day movies, but tells things from a different perspective. Centering on two men, one Japanese and one Korean, the film chronicles their dreams of becoming runners only to be drafted in the war. They are captured by the Soviets but ultimately reunite on the beaches of Normandy. You can rent My Way on iTunes, Google Play, Vudu, YouTube or PlayStation.

D-Day: The Sixth of June (1956)

Like My Way, D-Day: The Sixth of June tells a slightly different story of D-Day. The film stars Robert Taylor and Richard Todd as American and British soldiers, respectively, who reminisce about the same woman before arriving on the beaches of Normandy. Rent D-Day: The Sixth of June on iTunes, Google Play, Vudu or YouTube.

Band of Brothers (2001)

Band of Brothers is not a movie, but it has gained a reputation as one of the most popular pieces of media about World War II in history. The miniseries chronicles the lives of the "E" Easy Company, 506th Regiment of the 101st Airborne Division, including their battles through D-Day, the liberation of Carentan and more. You can watch Band of Brothers in its entirety on HBO Go.

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