"Generation Kill" is a miniseries based on the book by Rolling Stone journalist Rolling Stone journalist Evan Wright. It follows a group of U.S. Marines from the 1st Reconnaissance Battalion during the early stages of the Iraq War in 2003. The series provides a gritty, realistic portrayal of military life and the challenges faced by soldiers in combat. The show was created by David Simon and Ed Burns, known for their work on The Wire. It aired on HBO in 2008 and consists of seven episodes, highlighting the camaraderie, chaos, and moral complexities of war through the eyes of the Marines.