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Movies and TvShows featuring "based-on-supposedly-true-story" theme.

The Conjuring 2
Movie

The Conjuring 2(2016)

7.3
tomato80%
R
134Minutes
Confessions of a Dangerous Mind
Movie

Confessions of a Dangerous Mind(2002)

7
tomato79%
R
113Minutes

Confessions of a Dangerous Mind is a dark comedy biographical film based on the supposedly true story of Chuck Barris, a successful game show host who claims to have led a double life as a CIA assassin. The film explores his rise to fame as the creator and host of popular game shows like The Dating Game and The Gong Show, while delving into the dangerous and thrilling world of espionage. As his life becomes increasingly entangled with the world of espionage, Barris struggles to maintain his sanity and questioning whether his actions were real or simply a figment of his imagination.

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Serial Mom
Movie

Serial Mom(1994)

6.8
tomato63%
R
94Minutes
Lagaan: Once Upon a Time in India
Movie

Lagaan: Once Upon a Time in India(2001)

8.1
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PG
224Minutes

In the town of Champaner, villagers face high taxes imposed by the British during a drought. Led by Bhuvan, they accept a cricket match wager to avoid paying taxes. With the help of Elizabeth and overcoming various obstacles, they form a team. The match sees the villagers struggling at first, but eventually, they win, leading to the downfall of the British cantonment. Bhuvan marries Gauri while Elizabeth returns to London heartbroken.

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The Enigma of Kaspar Hauser
Movie

The Enigma of Kaspar Hauser(1974)

7.7
tomato91%
NR
109Minutes

The Enigma of Kaspar Hauser is a period drama set in the 19th century in Nuremberg, Germany. It tells the story of a mysterious man named Kaspar Hauser who appears in the town with no knowledge of his past. He is taken in by a professor who tries to re-educate him and help him integrate into society. As Kaspar learns about the world around him, he faces challenges and tries to uncover the truth about his identity.

The Veil
Tv Show

The Veil (1958)

7.2

A horror anthology series that delves into the world of paranormal phenomena and supernatural powers. Based on supposedly true stories, each episode brings a new tale of horror, mystery, and the unexplained. From clairvoyance to supernatural powers, this series will leave you on the edge of your seat.

Hangar 18
Movie

Hangar 18(1980)

5.3
tomato40%
PG
97Minutes

Hangar 18 is a sci-fi thriller movie about a secret government cover-up of an alien spaceship crash in Arizona. After a NASA space shuttle collides with a UFO, the wreckage is taken to Hangar 18, a top-secret facility, where a team of astronauts and investigators uncover evidence of a possible alien invasion. As they delve deeper into the mystery, they face multiple obstacles and must race against time to prevent further catastrophe.

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Alien Abduction: Incident in Lake County
Movie

Alien Abduction: Incident in Lake County(1998)

6.2
93Minutes

When a family's Thanksgiving gathering is interrupted by a sudden power outage, they soon discover that they are not alone. As the night progresses, they are terrorized by unidentified flying objects and a series of disturbing events that lead them to believe they have been abducted by aliens. With tensions rising and fear mounting, the family must fight to survive and uncover the truth behind their abduction.

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The Night They Raided Minsky's
Movie

The Night They Raided Minsky's(1968)

6
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PG_13
99Minutes

Set in the 1920s, a young woman becomes involved with a burlesque theater and the eccentric characters who work there. Chaos ensues as mishaps and comedic situations unfold during a night at Minsky's. Based on a supposedly true story, this movie offers a humorous and light-hearted portrayal of the world of burlesque.

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Caramuru: The Invention of Brazil
Movie

Caramuru: The Invention of Brazil(2001)

6.5
85Minutes

In Caramuru: The Invention of Brazil, a Portuguese man named Diogo is shipwrecked in Brazil and is taken in by the native Tupinambá people. He falls in love with Paraguaçu, the chief's daughter, and together they have adventures and face challenges as they navigate the collision of European and Indigenous cultures.

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There Is a Secret in My Soup
Movie

There Is a Secret in My Soup(2001)

4.4
84Minutes

"There Is A Secret in My Soup" is based on infamous HK crime case called 'Hello Kitty Murder'.In 1999 three triad gangsters kidnapped,brutally tortured and beat a 23-year old woman named Fan Man-yee for one month until she died.Then they dismembered and cooked the body,threw most of it out with the trash,fed legs and arms to stray dogs and hid the skull inside the head of a giant-sized Hello Kitty doll.

The Caiman
Movie

The Caiman(2006)

6.7
tomato38%
112Minutes

The Caiman is a satirical comedy that follows the story of a washed-up film director who becomes embroiled in Italian politics. As he navigates through the corruption and chaos, he is determined to make a film about a corrupt politician and expose the truth. With the help of a minister and a media tycoon, he sets out on a hilarious journey filled with bribery, controversy, and unexpected twists.

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based on supposedly true story

Discover a wide range of movies and TV series that are based on supposedly true stories. Explore gripping narratives and captivating performances in this collection of films and shows that have intrigued audiences with their claims of authenticity.

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