Men of Honor

2000 · 2h09 · Film

Directed by George Tillman Jr.

Starring Robert De Niro, Cuba Gooding Jr., Charlize Theron, Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor, Hal Holbrook, Michael Rapaport, Powers Boothe, David Keith, Dulé Hill, Holt McCallany

Ideal when you feel… Sad / low

Against formidable odds -- and an old-school diving instructor embittered by the U.S. Navy's new, less prejudicial policies -- Carl Brashear sets his sights on becoming the Navy's first African-American master diver in this uplifting true story. Their relationship starts out on the rocks, but fate ultimately conspires to bring the men together into a setting of mutual respect, triumph and honor.

Updated July 22, 2026

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