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To Have and Have Not
Howard Hawks · Film · 1945
You loved To Have and Have Not because you crave the tension of moral ambiguity colliding with dangerous, high-stakes wartime romance.
Books on the same thread
Beneath a Scarlet Sky
Mark T. Sullivan · Book · 2018
Like To Have and Have Not, this story anchors its high-stakes resistance plot in a forbidden romance, forcing a reluctant protagonist to navigate the blurred lines of wartime survival.
Harry Hole
Jo Nesbø · Book · 1997
If the moral ambiguity and gritty cynicism of To Have and Have Not kept you hooked, this noir narrative offers that same dark, character-driven focus on compromised men.
The Nightingale
Kristin Hannah · Book · 2015
This novel echoes the desperate stakes found in To Have and Have Not, highlighting how personal bonds are tested when individuals are forced into resistance against an oppressive regime.
All the Light We Cannot See
Anthony Doerr · Book · 2017
Much like To Have and Have Not, this story captures the intersection of personal survival and global conflict, focusing on the intimate lives caught within a larger, devastating war.
Series on the same thread
'Allo 'Allo!
David Croft · Series · 1984
While far more comedic, this series mirrors the French resistance setting of To Have and Have Not, placing a cafe owner in the same precarious, identity-shifting underground world.
All the Light We Cannot See
Steven Knight · Series · 2023
This adaptation captures the same spirit of wartime collision seen in To Have and Have Not, focusing on how two individuals from different worlds find connection amidst global chaos.
Descendants of the Sun
Baek Sang-Hoon · Series · 2016
If the star-crossed, forbidden romance in To Have and Have Not was your favorite element, you will appreciate how this drama balances intense professional duty with romantic vulnerability.
Podcasts on the same thread
Business Wars
Audible · Podcast · 2026
This podcast explores the same tactical maneuvering and high-stakes conflict found in To Have and Have Not, framing competitive strategy as a ruthless, real-world war for survival.
Jocko Podcast
Jocko DEFCOR Network · Podcast · 2026
Fans of the stoic, reluctant hero archetype in To Have and Have Not will appreciate this analysis of leadership and discipline required to navigate the realities of war.
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Common questions
Is To Have and Have Not set during the war?
Yes, the plot of To Have and Have Not takes place during World War II. The story follows a charter boat skipper in Martinique who becomes involved with French resistance operatives as the global conflict unfolds.
What is the primary setting of To Have and Have Not?
The primary setting for To Have and Have Not is the island of Martinique. The narrative centers on a charter boat skipper operating out of this location while navigating the political tensions of the French resistance during the war.
Does To Have and Have Not feature the French resistance?
Yes, the French resistance is a central element of To Have and Have Not. The protagonist, a charter boat skipper, finds himself deeply involved with these underground operatives while navigating the dangerous political landscape of wartime Martinique.
Who directed To Have and Have Not?
To Have and Have Not was directed by Howard Hawks. Released in 1945, the film follows the experiences of a charter boat skipper in Martinique who gets caught up in the activities of French resistance operatives during the Second World War.