Based on historian Stephen E. Ambrose’s non-fiction book of the same name, Band of Brothers on HBO Max tells the heroic and heartbreaking story of Easy Company of the U.S. Army 101st Airborne Division during World War II. Ambrose’s interviews with the survivors of the Company, along with soldiers’ journals and letters, help the series build its narrative and illustrate the extraordinary courage shown by ordinary young men.
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How Many Episodes Are in Band of Brothers?
There are 10 episodes in Band of Brothers. The runtime of the episodes averages between 49-70 minutes. You can check the complete list of Band of Brothers episodes and their release dates below.
- “Currahee”: October 5, 2001
- “Day of Days”: October 5, 2001
- “Carentan”: October 12, 2001
- “Replacements”: October 19, 2001
- “Crossroads”: October 26, 2001
- “Bastogne”: November 2, 2001
- “The Breaking Point”: November 9, 2001
- “The Last Patrol”: November 16, 2001
- “Why We Fight”: November 23, 2001
- “Points”: November 30, 2001
What Are the Critics Saying About Band of Brothers?
Band of Brothers has an official critics rating of 97% and an average audience score of 96% on Rotten Tomatoes.
Paul Clinton from CNN writes, “A profoundly intense experience that outshines any other World War II epic ever seen on television – or, for that matter, in any Hollywood feature film.”
New Yorker’s Nancy Franklin says, “In a sense, Band of Brothers is a lot like the war: it seems to go on forever, and you’re glad when it’s finally over. And, in a sense, that kind of authenticity may be the highest tribute that the filmmakers can pay the members of Easy Company.”
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Is Band of Brothers Suitable for Kids?
Band of Brothers is rated TV-MA, which means it is meant for viewing by mature audiences only. The content material is not suitable for children under 17.
