Movies and TvShows featuring "based-on-magazine-newspaper-or-article" theme.
During World War II, the US Army's only all-Black, all-women battalion takes on an impossible mission: sorting through a three-year backlog of 17 million pieces of mail that hadn't been delivered to American soldiers and finish within six months.
Modern Love is an anthology series that explores love in all its forms, from romantic to familial to platonic. Each episode tells a different story that is inspired by true events and based on the popular New York Times column of the same name.
Gary Johnson, a professor and a hit man for the police, becomes attracted to a woman who hires him. Breaking protocol, he falls for her and flirts with turning into a criminal.
Unbelievable is a crime drama TV show that follows the true story of a young woman who is accused of lying about being raped and the two female detectives who uncover the truth. With powerful performances and a thought-provoking storyline, this show explores themes of misogyny, violence against women, and the strength of the human spirit.
At the United States Navy's fighter weapons school, Maverick learns valuable lessons from a civilian instructor while competing to be the best pilot. He faces challenges, including a rivalry with Iceman and the death of his friend Goose. Despite his struggles, Maverick eventually regains his confidence and becomes a hero.
A married couple, %s and %s, move into their dream home. However, their happiness is short-lived when they start receiving terrifying letters from a mysterious stalker who identifies themselves as 'The Watcher.' As the couple becomes increasingly unsettled and fearful for their safety, they must uncover the identity of the stalker and put an end to their terrifying reign of terror before it's too late.
John McClane, a detective, is asked by the FBI to bring in a hacker named Matthew Farrell. They discover a cyber-terrorist named Thomas Gabriel is behind a plot to disable the U.S. infrastructure. McClane and Farrell must stop Gabriel before he can cause more chaos and save McClane's daughter, who has been kidnapped.
Only the Brave is a movie based on the true story of the Granite Mountain Hotshots, a group of elite firefighters who risk their lives to protect communities from devastating wildfires. The film explores their friendships, struggles, and the ultimate test of their courage as they face a tragic firestorm.
A ninety-year-old horticulturist and Korean War veteran turns drug mule for a Mexican cartel. Earl Stone, an elderly man who grows daylilies, becomes a drug mule for a Mexican cartel to make money and support his family. As he continues to transport drugs, he gains the respect of the cartel, while also catching the attention of a determined DEA agent. Earl must navigate the dangerous world of drug trafficking while also repairing his broken relationships with his family. In the end, Earl sacrifices himself for his family and pleads guilty to all charges, leaving his loved ones with a bittersweet sense of closure.
MADtv is a sketch comedy TV show that features parodies, satire, and impersonations. With an ensemble cast and recurring characters, the show uses slapstick comedy, running gags, and musical numbers to poke fun at politics, stereotypes, and stupidity. It aired from the 1990s to the 2010s and is known for its absurd and surreal humor.
Black Panther Party co-founder Huey P. Newton enlists an unlikely ally—Hollywood producer Bert Schneider—to elude an FBI manhunt and escape to Cuba.
Hustlers is inspired by the viral New York Magazine article and follows a group of savvy former strip club employees who come together to take revenge on their Wall Street clients. Destiny, a former stripper, joins forces with Ramona, her mentor and friend, to devise a scheme involving stealing credit card numbers from rich men. However, tensions arise as the operation becomes riskier and more dangerous. As the consequences of their actions catch up with them, Destiny is forced to confront her choices and make amends.
Dark Waters is a biographical drama based on the true story of corporate defense attorney Rob Bilott, who takes on an environmental lawsuit against a chemical company. As he investigates the case, he uncovers a dark secret regarding water pollution and chemical contamination, leading to a long legal battle with a powerful corporation. The movie highlights the importance of environmental protection and the fight against corporate corruption.
Myka and James Stauffer were the picture of the 21st century American Dream: happy marriage, beautiful kids, and a self-built YouTube vlogging empire. At the center of it all was Huxley, an adorable young boy they adopted from China. Huxley was more than just their star — he was their son. Until one day, he wasn’t.
When a nuclear warhead is stolen by a group of terrorists, a government agent and a nuclear scientist team up to track down the stolen weapon and prevent a catastrophic attack. As they race against time, they uncover a conspiracy that reaches the highest levels of power.
Jerry and Marge Selbee, a long-married couple, win the lottery and decide to use the money to revitalize their small town. Based on a true story, this heartwarming film showcases their journey as they bring hope and prosperity to their community.
Three amateur bank robbers plan to hold up a bank, but things go wrong as everything that could go wrong does, turning the robbery into a strange and chaotic ordeal.
A journalist assigned to write a profile of Mister Rogers develops an unexpected friendship with the beloved TV host, learning valuable lessons about kindness and compassion along the way.
Radio is a heartwarming film based on the true story of James Robert Kennedy, a mentally disabled man who becomes an integral part of a high school football team in South Carolina. Despite facing discrimination and prejudice, Radio wins the hearts of the players and the community as he learns the game of football and inspires his team to greatness.
Tense thriller meets family drama as an undercover investigator known as “The Savant” balances life at home with tracking online hate groups to stop domestic extremists before they act.