Movies and TvShows featuring "based-on-real-person" theme.

American Crime Story is an anthology series that follows real-life crimes, trials and the aftermath. The first season, The People v. O.J. Simpson, explores the trial of the century and its impact on race relations and the criminal justice system in Los Angeles.

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.

Medium is a TV show that follows Allison Dubois, a wife, and mother who possesses psychic abilities. She uses her gift to help solve crimes and bring justice to the victims.

Former heavyweight champion Mike Tyson solves mysteries, assisted by his team of investigators, including the Ghost of the Marquess of Queensberry, Mike's adopted daughter and a talking pigeon.

The Bold Type follows the lives of three best friends - Jane, Kat, and Sutton - who work as writers for Scarlet, a global women's magazine. The show explores their struggles and triumphs as they navigate careers, relationships, and personal growth in the fast-paced world of publishing.

Medici: Masters of Florence is a TV show that portrays the rise to power and political intrigue of the Medici family during the Italian Renaissance. The story explores themes of ambition, betrayal, and the pursuit of wealth and power. Set in 15th-century Florence, the show follows the Medici family's journey as they navigate the complex world of politics, art, and religion, facing challenges and conflicts along the way.

Project Blue Book is a drama, fantasy, mystery, sci-fi, and thriller TV show that follows the true story of the top-secret United States Air Force program called Project Blue Book. Set in the 1950s and 1960s during the Cold War, the show revolves around the investigations of Dr. J. Allen Hynek, a brilliant astrophysicist, and Captain Michael Quinn, a skeptical Air Force officer. Together, they delve into UFO sightings and encounters, trying to distinguish between truth and conspiracy while uncovering a web of government cover-ups, military conspiracies, and alien technology. As they dig deeper, they find themselves caught in a web of mystery, encountering mysterious men in black, unexplained phenomenon, and a secret agenda that goes beyond their wildest imaginations.

FEUD (2017) is a drama TV show that explores the intense professional rivalry between the iconic actresses Joan Crawford and Bette Davis. Set in 1960s Hollywood, the show delves into the behind-the-scenes drama and power struggles that unfolded during the making of 'What Ever Happened to Baby Jane?' and its aftermath.

Sisi (2021) is a TV show that delves into the life of Empress Elisabeth of Austria, also known as Sisi. Set in the 19th century, it explores the struggles and challenges faced by Sisi as she navigates the aristocracy and royalty of Austria. With a focus on her unhappy life and the complexities of being an empress, the show provides a fascinating glimpse into the historical figure's biography. Through its captivating costume drama and portrayal of her estate, viewers are transported to the captivating world of the Habsburg dynasty.

An epic romantic adventure based on the life of Billy the Kid, from his humble Irish roots and his early days as a cowboy and gunslinger in the American frontier, to his pivotal role in the Lincoln County War and beyond.

The Naked Director is a TV show based on the true story of a Japanese director in the 1980s and 1990s. It showcases his journey of ambition, business struggles, and personal life, including his relationships with unfaithful wives and involvement with the Yakuza. The show also explores the taboo world of pornography and its impact on the director's career.

A Western journalist in Tokyo takes on one of the city's most powerful crime bosses and faces challenges in his career and personal life as he uncovers dark secrets. He delves into specific cases, including the search for a killer and an expose on a notorious figure, while also facing death threats and uncovering corruption.

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.

Ikkyū-san is an anime series that follows the humorous journey of a mischievous and quick-witted young Buddhist monk named Ikkyū. Set in Japan's Edo period, Ikkyū uses his cunning and intelligence to navigate through various comedic and sometimes outlandish situations while learning important life lessons.

The drama series depicts the life of Tokugawa Ieyasu (January 31, 1543 – June 1, 1616). Takechiyo (who later becomes Tokugawa Ieyasu) was born as the son of a poor and powerless daimyo. Takechiyo lost his father during a war. He grew up lonely and away from his mother. Takechiyo didn't have a clue about what his future would hold. He then has a dramatic meeting with the young Oda Nobunaga.

In Oppenheimer, the film explores the life of J. Robert Oppenheimer, an American scientist who played a pivotal role in developing the atomic bomb. The plot follows Oppenheimer's journey from his time as a young doctoral student to his appointment as the director of the Manhattan Project during World War II. The film delves into Oppenheimer's personal and political struggles, his encounters with influential scientists, and the moral dilemma he faced. Oppenheimer's story is told against the backdrop of the historical events and political climate of the time, highlighting the consequences of his groundbreaking work and the initiation of the nuclear arms race.

Traces Japan’s history with the Olympic games and the 1964 Tokyo Olympics for viewers before Tokyo hosts the event again in 2020. The first half tells the story of marathon runner Kanakuri Shiso, who became one of the first Japanese nationals to participate in the Olympics in Stockholm in 1912. The second half features Tabata Masaji, the coach who laid the foundations of Japanese swimming and helped bring the games to Tokyo for the first time in 1964.

Yae no Sakura is a 2013 Japanese television series. It is the 52nd NHK taiga drama. The story focuses on Niijima Yae, who is portrayed by Haruka Ayase.

Jordan Belfort rises to become a wealthy stockbroker, living a life of indulgence and extravagance. However, his success is marred by crime, corruption, and the federal government's investigation. Based on a true story, this movie portrays the rise and fall of a man consumed by greed and the consequences he faces.

Based on the life of Empress Myeongseong (1851 - 1895), the first official wife of King Gojong, the 26th king of the Joseon dynasty. She was killed on October 8, 1895 by Japanese assassins.