Movies and TvShows featuring "based-on-book" theme.
The Vampire Diaries is a supernatural drama series about a teenage girl, Elena Gilbert, who is torn between two vampire brothers, Stefan and Damon Salvatore. Set in the small town of Mystic Falls, Elena discovers that her hometown is filled with supernatural beings, including vampires, werewolves, witches, and more. As she navigates her complicated love life and battles against powerful enemies, Elena must also uncover the secrets of her own past and embrace her destiny.
In the year 2052, a nuclear war wipes out almost all of the Earth's population. The survivors are forced to live on a space station, but when resources start to run out, 100 juvenile prisoners are sent back to Earth to determine if it is livable. They find that Earth is not as uninhabitable as they were led to believe and must navigate a dangerous and mysterious new world.
Follow the mythic journey of Paul Atreides as he unites with Chani and the Fremen while on a path of revenge against the conspirators who destroyed his family. Facing a choice between the love of his life and the fate of the known universe, Paul endeavors to prevent a terrible future only he can foresee.
Bridgerton is a captivating TV show that takes place in the extravagant and scandalous world of Regency-era London. It follows the lives of the wealthy Bridgerton family as they navigate society's expectations, courtship, love, and secrets. The show explores themes of romance, power struggles, and the complexities of relationships in a time of strict social hierarchy.
When a woman's first love suddenly reenters her life, her relationship with a charming, but abusive neurosurgeon is upended, and she realizes she must learn to rely on her own strength to make an impossible choice for her future.
The crafty Bad Guys crew embarks on a high-stakes Halloween heist to swipe a priceless amulet from a spooky mansion. What could go wrong?
Perry Mason is a defense attorney in 1950s Los Angeles who solves crime mysteries while representing his clients in the courtroom.
In Japan in the year 1600, at the dawn of a century-defining civil war, Lord Yoshii Toranaga is fighting for his life as his enemies on the Council of Regents unite against him, when a mysterious European ship is found marooned in a nearby fishing village.
In a world where magic exists and reincarnation is possible, a group of warriors set out on a journey to defeat the forces of evil and protect their world. Along the way, they encounter supernatural drama, forge friendships, and face epic challenges.
When mafia lawyer Björn attends a mindfulness class to find a better work-life balance, he discovers surprising new coping strategies — including murder.
Gomorrah is a crime drama TV show that follows the story of the Neapolitan mafia, known as the Camorra. It explores the complex dynamics of power, loyalty, and betrayal within the Italian organized crime syndicate. The show is set in Naples, Italy, and delves into the violent world of drug trafficking, gang warfare, and the struggle for control. It offers a raw and gritty portrayal of the dark side of society and the consequences of living a life of crime.
After accepting secret work in cryptography, brilliant mathematician John Nash's life turns into a nightmarish struggle with his own mind.
During WWII, five miles above the ground and behind enemy lines, ten men inside a bomber known as a 'Flying Fortress' battle unrelenting flocks of German fighters.
Firefly Lane follows the lives and friendship of Kate and Tully, two women who meet in the 1970s and remain best friends for decades. Together, they navigate the challenges of love, career, and family, facing ups and downs along the way.
An insomniac office worker seeks relief from his insomnia by attending support groups, where he meets a soap maker named Tyler Durden. Together, they form an underground fight club that spirals out of control. As the narrator delves deeper into the world of fight club and Tyler's extreme philosophies, he begins to question his own reality and identity. The boundaries between reality and madness blur as the narrator's life unravels.
Cady Heron enrolls in a new high school and befriends a group of popular girls called the Plastics. However, her plan to seek revenge on the group's leader, Regina George, backfires and she ultimately learns the importance of staying true to herself.
Homicide: Life on the Street is a TV show that follows the lives of detectives in the Baltimore police department as they investigate murders and try to bring justice to the victims. The show delves into the social issues surrounding crime and the impact it has on the community.
Rhiannon Lewis doesn't make much of an impression - people walk past her in the street without a second glance. That is until she is pushed over the edge and loses control. Rhiannon's life transforms, but can she keep her killer secret?
After breaking up with her boyfriend, Tessa enters into a complicated relationship with Hardin, a mysterious and brooding rebel. As their relationship becomes more intense, Tessa must confront her own desires and make difficult choices.
Jackie Howard's life is disrupted by a freak accident, she is ripped from her home and has to start over on a ranch in Colorado, with her guardian and a family of 9 boys, and 1 girl.