78-year-old Carl Fredricksen travels to Paradise Falls in his house equipped with balloons, inadvertently taking a young stowaway. Young Carl Fredricksen, a quiet bespectacled boy, watches a film reel in a theater depicting his hero Charles Muntz, a famous explorer. Carl runs down the street with his balloon and passes an old, rundown house. He goes inside and meets a young, outgoing tomboy named Ellie. They eventually get married and plan to travel to Paradise Falls, but Ellie's declining health prevents them. After Ellie's death, Carl remains in his home, a retired and sour recluse. When he is forced to move to a retirement home, he attaches balloons to his house and flies away to South America. He is accompanied by Russell, a young wilderness explorer scout. They land near Paradise Falls and encounter a giant bird named Kevin, and a talking dog named Dug. They also encounter Charles Muntz, who has been hunting the bird. In the end, Carl and Russell save Kevin and defeat Muntz. Carl realizes the importance of adventure and fulfills his promise to Ellie by placing their house on the cliff overlooking Paradise Falls.
Counterstrike is a Canadian/French crime-fighting/espionage television series. It premiered on November 2, 1991 on CTV in Canada and on November 20, 1991 on TF1 in France. It also aired in the United States on cable channel USA Network, premiering on July 1, 1990. The series ran for three seasons, airing 66 hour-long episodes in total. Counterstrike has since aired in reruns in Canada on Showcase and TVtropolis.
Wealthy crime novelist Harlan Thrombey invites his family for his birthday party. The next morning, he is found dead. Private detective Benoit Blanc is hired to investigate. He discovers that Harlan's family had been alienated and had motives for killing him. However, it is revealed that Harlan's nurse Marta was responsible for his death accidentally. The family turns against Marta, but she is aided by Ransom, Harlan's grandson. As the investigation unfolds, it is revealed that Ransom planned to frame Marta for the murder. In the end, Marta is proven innocent and inherits Harlan's fortunes.
The Thorn Birds is a TV mini-series set in Queensland, Australia in the 1920s and 1960s. It tells the story of a forbidden love affair between a Catholic priest and a woman, and explores themes of generational family sagas, literature, and the Catholic Church.
Journalist Mikael Blomkvist is aided in his search for a woman who has been missing for 40 years by young computer hacker Lisbeth Salander. As they uncover clues and investigate further, they discover a connection to a series of murders and uncover dark secrets. Together, they must confront the truth and unravel the mystery.
After accepting secret work in cryptography, brilliant mathematician John Nash's life turns into a nightmarish struggle with his own mind.
Jesus of Nazareth is a TV mini-series that portrays the life and teachings of Jesus Christ, including his birth, his ministry, his crucifixion, and his resurrection. It delves into the political and religious climate of Roman-occupied Judea, depicting the challenges and conflicts faced by Jesus and his followers.
In a future world devastated by disease, a convict is sent back in time to gather information about the man-made virus that wiped out most of the human population on the planet. The story is set in the indeterminate future. A virus, deliberately released in 1996 in multiple locations around the world, has killed off nearly all of the Earth's population, at least five billion people...
A police detective, a bank robber, and a high-power broker enter high-stakes negotiations after the criminal's brilliant heist spirals into a hostage situation. The robbers, dressed as painters, seize control of a bank and lock the hostages in various rooms. As the police surround the bank, the detectives discover the robbers' motives and true intentions. The situation escalates when the robbers release the hostages and detonate smoke bombs, leading to confusion and the discovery of a hidden safe deposit box. The detective refuses to bury the case and uncovers a larger conspiracy involving Nazi connections and stolen diamonds. Ultimately, the bank robber, known as the Inside Man, escapes with the stolen goods while leaving behind clues for the detective to follow.
A young novice named Maria is sent by her convent in 1930s Austria to become a governess to the seven children of a widowed naval officer. Through music and various outings, Maria gives the children a taste of a more fulfilling, joyous life than they have ever known. However, their newfound happiness is threatened when Germany marches into Austria in 1938. As the Captain and Maria fall in love, they must navigate their feelings while facing the challenges brought on by the political situation and their own personal obstacles. Ultimately, they decide to leave Austria and escape to Switzerland with the children.
A historian named Benjamin Gates embarks on a mission to find the famous Templar Treasure. With the clue given by his grandfather, Ben sets out to locate the national treasure hidden by the Founding Fathers of the United States and Freemasons during the American Revolutionary War. He must outsmart a team of mercenaries led by Ian Howe who are also after the treasure. Alongside his friend Riley and Dr. Abigail Chase, Ben deciphers ancient clues and navigates through dangerous obstacles to protect the family name and ultimately uncover the hidden treasure.
9 is set in a post-apocalyptic world where machines have wiped out humanity. The story follows a rag doll named 9 who awakens to find himself in a decimated world. He discovers a group of other rag dolls, each with a unique number on their back, and together they must unravel the mystery of what happened to humanity and find a way to defeat the evil machines.
In a post-apocalyptic future, Priest, a rebellious priest, breaks church law to rescue his niece who has been kidnapped by vampires. Alongside his companion, Hicks, they embark on a dangerous journey to the vampire hive, encountering battles, betrayals, and a confrontation with the powerful vampire Black Hat. As they fight to save his niece and destroy the vampire threat, Priest must confront his own past and challenge the authority of the church.
Alexander, the King of Macedonia, rises to power after the assassination of his father. He seeks revenge on the Persians and conquers Western Asia and Egypt. Throughout his journey, he faces battles, builds relationships, and ultimately creates an empire. However, his dreams of conquering the East lead to his downfall, and he dies at a young age. The story is narrated by Ptolemy, who reveals that Alexander's death was possibly caused by poisoning.
In the 2nd century, the Roman Empire faces multiple challenges, including internal power struggles, romantic rivalries, and the threat of barbarian invasions. The fate of the empire hangs in the balance as the manipulative Emperor Commodus, dysfunctional relationships, and political unrest contribute to its downfall.
A research chemist comes under personal and professional attack when he decides to appear in a 60 Minutes exposé on Big Tobacco. In Lebanon, Hezbollah militants escort producer Lowell Bergman (Pacino) to Hezbollah founder Sheikh Fadlallah, where Lowell convinces him to be interviewed by Mike Wallace (Plummer) for CBS show 60 Minutes. In Louisville, Kentucky, Jeffrey Wigand (Crowe) packs his belongings and leaves his Brown and Williamson office, returning home to his wife Liane (Venora) and two children, one of whom suffers from acute asthma...
In 1973, John Paul Getty III, the grandson of oil tycoon J. Paul Getty, is kidnapped by an organized crime ring. With his captors demanding a ransom, his mother Gail and Getty's associates race against time to secure his release.
Nuremberg is a TV mini-series that portrays the historic post-World War II trials of Nazi war criminals. The story revolves around the efforts of the US military and the Supreme Court Justice to bring justice to those responsible for crimes against humanity. The gripping drama unfolds in the courtroom as the defendants face trial and the world gets a glimpse of the horrors of the Holocaust and the atrocities committed during World War II.
A lonely doctor and frustrated architect exchange love letters across time, discovering they are living two years apart. As they pass messages through a mailbox, they try to unravel the mystery of their extraordinary romance before it's too late.