The Lucky Ones
The story revolves around three soldiers — Colee, T.K. and Cheaver — who return from the Iraq War after suffering injuries and learn that life has moved on without them. They end up on an unexpected road trip across the U.S.
Release Year
2008
Runtime
113 min
Audience Score
6.4
Genres
Comedy, Drama, History
Story Snapshot
The story revolves around three soldiers — Colee, T.K. and Cheaver — who return from the Iraq War after suffering injuries and learn that life has moved on without them. They end up on an unexpected road trip across the U.S.
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The Lucky Ones is a intense pick with medium complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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