Movies and TvShows featuring "assumed-identity" theme.

Banshee is a gripping crime drama series that follows the story of an ex-convict who assumes the identity of a small-town sheriff. He becomes entangled in a web of corruption, murder, and organized crime as he tries to navigate his double life.

Orphan Black is a thrilling sci-fi TV show that follows the story of Sarah Manning, a woman who discovers she is one of several clones. As she delves deeper into the mystery, she must navigate a dangerous world of secrets, conspiracies, and hidden agendas in order to uncover the truth about her origin and the purpose behind the clones. Along the way, Sarah forms alliances with other clones and together they fight to survive and take control of their own destinies.

When her brother decides to ditch for a couple weeks, Viola heads over to his elite boarding school, disguised as him, and proceeds to fall for his school's star soccer player, and soon learns she's not the only one with romantic troubles. Viola's twin brother Sebastian, whom she resembles physically, is supposed to enter Illyria as a new student. However, he plans to visit London secretly to enter a contest with his rock band. Sebastian asks Viola to cover for him by telling the school that he is sick and each of their parents (who are divorced) that he is staying with the other. Viola instead decides to pass herself off as Sebastian and join the boys' soccer team at Illyria. She hopes to beat the Cornwall team and humiliate her goalie ex-boyfriend Justin (Robert Hoffman). With the help of her friends Paul (Jonathan Sadowski), Kia (Amanda Crew), and Yvonne (Jessica Lucas), Viola becomes 'Sebastian'. At Illyria, Viola's roommate is Duke Orsino (Channing Tatum), a good-looking striker on the soccer team. Kia and Yvonne agree to help Viola make her alter ego seem popular by pretending to be in love with 'Sebastian'. Viola also publicly breaks up with the real Sebastian's girlfriend, Monique. Duke and his friends are impressed, but Viola's soccer skills are still not good enough to make first string. It looks like Viola may not be able to play in the game against Cornwall after all. After spending so much time with him, Viola realizes that she has fallen in love with Duke. However, Duke is only interested in Viola's lab partner, Olivia (Laura Ramsey). In exchange for Viola's help in getting Olivia's attention, Duke agrees to put in extra soccer practice time with her. The practice pays off when Coach Dinklage (Vinnie Jones) promotes Viola to first string. By this time, Olivia has developed a crush on 'Sebastian'. Since 'Sebastian' isn't interested in her, Olivia decides to go out with Duke to make him jealous. Meanwhile, Monique and her friend Malcolm find out Viola's secret identity. The plot is complicated when the real Sebastian returns from London early. When he arrives at Illyria, Olivia runs up and kisses him. Duke sees this and thinks his roommate has betrayed him. He kicks Viola out of their room. On the day of the big game, Monique and Malcolm reveal the truth about Viola to Principal Gold. But because Viola has overslept, the real Sebastian winds up on the field playing in what should be his sister's spot. Principal Gold stops the game but Sebastian proves that he really is a boy yanking off his shorts and exposing his penis. At half time, Viola explains the situation to Sebastian and they switch places again. Duke is still angry with 'Sebastian' and refuses to pass the ball to Viola. She tries to explain that she really is a girl, finally convincing Duke and everyone else by showing them her breasts. The coach agrees to let Viola keep playing anyway. Illyria wins the game on a penalty kick when Viola scores a goal by tricking her ex-boyfriend Justin. Everyone at Illyria rejoices after the victory, except for Duke who is hurt at Viola's deception. She invites Duke to her debutante ball, where they reconcile. As the movie ends, Viola is seen playing on Illyria's soccer team.

After surviving a car crash as a child, Alexia has a titanium plate in her head which affects her behavior and leaves her with a strange connection to automobiles. As an adult, she becomes a serial killer and develops a relationship with a fireman who believes she is his missing son. Alexia's journey of self-discovery becomes even stranger when she becomes pregnant with a car and must confront her inner demons.

Tech billionaire Miles Bron invites his friends for a getaway on his private Greek island. When someone turns up dead, Detective Benoit Blanc is put on the case. During the COVID-19 pandemic in May 2020, Detective Benoit Blanc is hired to investigate the death of Helen's twin sister, Cassandra 'Andi' Brand. Andi had committed suicide and sent an email threatening to expose evidence that could bring down Miles' empire. Helen believes Andi was murdered and invites Blanc to a murder mystery weekend on Miles' private island. As Blanc investigates, he discovers a web of deceit, betrayal, and a dangerous new technology called Klear. In the end, Blanc exposes Miles as the killer, leading to the destruction of his reputation and the revelation of Klear's dangers.

After being wrongfully convicted and imprisoned for her husband's murder, a woman is determined to find her son and seek revenge on the person who framed her. With the help of her parole officer, she sets out on a journey to prove her innocence and bring the real killer to justice, all while evading the law.

In a future where genetic engineering determines social class, Vincent, a genetically inferior man, impersonates a genetically superior person to become an astronaut. As he prepares for his mission to Saturn's moon Titan, a murder investigation puts his identity at risk. With the help of his co-worker Irene, Vincent evades security and uncovers the truth behind the murder. In the end, he proves that determination and willpower can overcome genetic discrimination and achieve success.

The Bastard Executioner is set in 14th century England, where a knight seeks redemption for his past sins and assumes the identity of a deceased executioner. As he carries out his grim duties, he becomes entangled in a web of political intrigue, rebellion, and forbidden love.

When nightclub singer Deloris witnesses a murder, she seeks refuge in a convent. She becomes Sister Mary Clarence and turns the choir into a talented group, but her celebrity status endangers her true identity.

After witnessing a murder, an FBI agent and his stepson go undercover at an all-girls performing arts school, with the agent disguised as a large, elderly woman. Together, they must navigate the world of ballet and teenage drama to solve the case.

Hummingbird (2013) follows Joey, an ex-special forces soldier haunted by his past, who assumes a new identity as a homeless person in London. One day, he meets a nun who gives him shelter and helps him find solace. Joey becomes an enforcer for a Chinese mafia group while struggling to cope with guilt and his past. As he seeks redemption, Joey unleashes his skills to retaliate against those who wronged him.

Bionic Six is a TV show about a family of superheroes who use their special powers and bionic enhancements to fight against evil in a futuristic world. Led by their father, Professor Amadeus Sharp, the family battles various villains and saves the day with their unique abilities.

Spectreman is the name and title superhero of a tokusatsu sci-fi TV series. Produced by P Productions and created by producer Souji Ushio, this series aired on Fuji TV from January 2, 1971 to March 25, 1972 with a total of 63 episodes, not counting the pre-series pilot episode. This was the first major superhero show of the 1970s.

Sonny Koufax, a lazy law school graduate, adopts a kid to impress his girlfriend. However, his plan backfires, and he becomes an unlikely foster father. This experience changes his perspective on just looking out for himself.

In 16th century England, a playwright named William Shakespeare is anonymously used by an Earl to write a political play. The Earl's identity is revealed as he navigates through conspiracy theories, secrecy, and the politics of the time.

In 19th-century France, ex-convict Jean Valjean is hunted for decades by the relentless policeman Javert after he breaks parole. When Valjean agrees to care for factory worker Fantine's young daughter, Cosette, their lives change forever.

When a princess is forced to go into hiding, she must rely on a rough-around-the-edges schoolgirl to protect her and help her adapt to the real world.

In 1593 London, struggling playwright William Shakespeare meets and falls in love with Viola, a wealthy merchant's daughter who desires to act. They start a secret affair that inspires Shakespeare to write Romeo and Juliet. However, their romance is doomed as Shakespeare is married and Viola is betrothed to another man. Despite obstacles, their passionate portrayal of two lovers in the play inspires the audience. In the end, they part ways but Shakespeare is inspired to write Twelfth Night, imagining his love washed ashore in a strange land.

In 1979, militants storm the U.S. embassy in Tehran, taking more than 50 hostages. Six Americans manage to escape and hide in the Canadian ambassador's residence. A CIA agent comes up with a plan to rescue them by pretending to be a Hollywood producer scouting for a sci-fi film. With the help of a film producer and make-up artist, they create a cover story and successfully exfiltrate the Americans from Iran.