Movies and TvShows featuring "bully-comeuppance" theme.
Anne of Green Gables follows the story of Anne Shirley, an 11-year-old orphan girl who is mistakenly sent to live with siblings Marilla and Matthew Cuthbert. Despite Marilla's initial reluctance, Anne's vibrant imagination and undeniable spirit win the hearts of everyone in Avonlea. The series explores Anne's journey as she navigates friendships, school, love, and the challenges of growing up in the late 19th century.
Edward Scissorhands is a heartwarming story about a man-made creation named Edward, who has scissors for hands. Taken in by a suburban family, he discovers friendship, love, and acceptance. Despite initial fear and judgment from the townspeople, Edward's unique skills and compassionate nature win them over. However, when he is falsely accused and attacked, Edward is forced to retreat to his dark mansion. In the end, he is immortalized as a symbol of love and bringer of snow to the once-sterile neighborhood.
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.
The son of Zeus and Hera is stripped of his immortality as an infant and must become a true hero in order to reclaim it. Based on the legend of Hercules and Heracles, Hercules is raised on Earth by a childless couple. As he grows up, he discovers his divine origins and his mission to become a true hero. With the help of his winged horse Pegasus and his mentor Philoctetes, Hercules embarks on a journey to Thebes to prove himself. Along the way, he faces various challenges and battles mythical creatures, all while dealing with his feelings for the complicated Meg. Eventually, he defeats the Hydra and gains the recognition of the citizens and the gods. However, when Hades reveals Meg's betrayal, Hercules must make a deal to save her soul. In the end, Hercules becomes a true hero and chooses to stay on Earth while still being able to visit his family in Mount Olympus.
In 1940s Australia, a nine-year-old Aboriginal orphan boy arrives at a remote monastery run by a renegade nun. His presence disturbs the delicate spiritual struggle and reveals the cost of survival.
Norbit, an orphan, is forced to marry the very large, Rasputia. But when his childhood sweetheart, Kate, returns to their small town, Norbit must confront his abusive past and find the courage to stand up for himself.
In My Spy, a tough CIA operative finds himself at the mercy of a precocious 9-year-old girl, who blackmails him into teaching her the spy trade. As he trains the young prodigy, they embark on a dangerous mission to stop an arms dealer from selling a nuclear weapon. Along the way, they form an unlikely friendship and discover the true meaning of family.
Bruce Almighty is the story of Bruce Nolan, a news reporter who is unhappy with his life. He is given the chance to have all of God's powers and uses them in selfish ways, causing chaos. He realizes the error of his ways and learns the importance of selflessness and love.
John Hancock is an alcoholic superhero who causes millions of dollars in damage due to his constant intoxication. When he saves public relations spokesperson Ray Embrey's life, Ray offers to improve Hancock's public image. As Hancock's popularity rises, he discovers that his wife Mary also has superhuman powers. However, their past catches up to them, resulting in a battle that causes significant damage to downtown Los Angeles. Hancock and Mary must part ways to allow her to heal, and Hancock ends up in New York City. In the end, Hancock continues to protect others as a superhero.
When Earth is on the verge of an alien invasion, five teenagers, who are infused with superhuman abilities, must harness their newfound powers to battle this threat - as the Power Rangers. In Cenozoic-era, six interplanetary warriors, the Power Rangers, are tasked with protecting life on Earth and the Zeo Crystal...
In the year 2233, the USS Kelvin is attacked by a Romulan ship, the Narada, commanded by Nero. James T. Kirk, the son of Kelvin's first officer, sacrifices himself to save others. Years later, Kirk and Spock join Starfleet and become involved in a mission to stop Nero from destroying the Federation.
Landon, a rebellious teenager, is forced to perform community service and meets Jamie, a quiet girl. They form a friendship and Landon helps Jamie fulfill her wishes before she dies of leukemia.
Woody Woodpecker is a mischievous woodpecker who moves into a new house and causes havoc in the lives of a family. The family tries to get rid of Woody, but he proves to be a tough bird to handle. As the chaos escalates, the family must find a way to deal with the troublesome woodpecker.
An eight-year-old boy investigates knocking sounds from inside his walls, revealing a dark secret his sinister parents have kept from him. With the help of a mysterious entity named Sarah, he discovers that his parents are evil and has to make a choice between saving himself or his older sister, who his parents have locked away. In the end, he kills his parents and imprisons Sarah, but she warns him that she will always haunt him.
After being expelled, a rebellious American teenager is sent to a strict all-girls boarding school in England, where she clashes with the snobbish students and tries to fit in while discovering friendship, love, and her true self.
A snobbish investor and a wily street con artist find their positions reversed as part of a bet by two callous millionaires. The snobbish investor is fired from his job, his bank accounts are frozen, and he is left homeless and penniless. He seeks help from the street hustler, who is now living his former life of luxury. Together, they plan to take revenge on the millionaires by disrupting their plan to corner the market on frozen orange juice. In the end, they succeed in obtaining a forgery of a secret report, make a huge profit, and leave the millionaires bankrupt.
Hoodwinked! is a comedic twist on the classic Little Red Riding Hood story. When Granny is found suspiciously tied up in her home, it's up to the investigative duo of Red and the Big Bad Wolf to solve the case and uncover the true identity of the culprit. With multiple perspectives and unexpected twists, they navigate through the woods, encountering quirky characters and unraveling a plot that goes deeper than they imagined.
Bloodsport follows the journey of Frank Dux, a martial artist who competes in an underground fighting tournament called the Kumite. With the mentorship of a wise sensei, Frank must overcome obstacles and face formidable opponents in order to prove himself. This thrilling film is filled with intense hand-to-hand combat and showcases the incredible skills of its lead character.
After being dumped by his prom-queen girlfriend, high school jock Zack makes a bet that he can transform an ordinary girl, Laney, into the new prom queen. As Laney begins to transform, Zack finds himself falling for her. However, complications arise when his friend Dean tries to sabotage the bet.
Juice is a 1992 action crime drama thriller film set in Harlem, New York City. The story follows the lives of four African-American teenagers who become involved in a life of crime and violence. They are tempted by power, street gangs, rap music, and the allure of the inner city. As they navigate the dangers of their environment, they must confront their own demons and make life-altering choices.