War and Peace (1956)

In the tumultuous year of 1812, Europe finds itself predominantly under the iron grip of Napoleon's forces. Russia, one of the last bastions of resistance, braces itself to confront the French alongside Austria. From the ranks of the Russian soldiers emerge two noble figures: Count Nikolai Rostov and Prince Andrei Bolkonsky. Alongside them, the intellectual Count Pierre Bezukhov, friend to Andrei, remains aloof from the impending war. Pierre's life takes a dramatic turn when he inherits an immense fortune following his father's death. He finds himself drawn to the radiant Natasha Rostov, Nikolai's youthful sister. However, he succumbs to temptation and marries the alluring yet manipulative Princess Helene. The illusion of their union shatters when Pierre uncovers his wife's deceptive nature. As fate would have it, Andrei is captured and subsequently freed by the French, only to usher his wife to the afterlife during childbirth. When he crosses paths with Pierre again, he finds himself captivated by the enchanting Natasha. Despite his father's reservations, he obtains his blessing for their marriage on the condition that they wait until Natasha comes of age. During Andrei's absence on a military mission, the charming rogue Anatole Kuragin seizes his opportunity to ensnare Natasha's affections. However, Pierre intervenes, revealing Anatole's infamous reputation before Natasha can elope with him. As the shadow of Napoleon's invasion looms over Russia, Pierre seeks out Andrei on the eve of the battle. He becomes a silent witness to the ensuing bloodshed, an experience that leaves him profoundly shaken. Scathed by the horrors he observes, Pierre swears a personal vendetta against Napoleon, vowing to end his reign of terror.

War and Peace is a drama movie featuring Audrey Hepburn.

War and Peace is currently streaming for free (ad-supported) on Kanopy and it's also available on Hoopla.

It is also possible to buy War and Peace on Amazon Video, Apple TV, DIRECTV, Google Play Movies, Microsoft Store, Vudu and YouTube.