Movies and TvShows featuring "business-rivalry" theme.
Dallas is a drama/soap TV show set in the 1970s that follows the wealthy Ewing family and their oil empire in Dallas, Texas. The show explores the power struggles, betrayals, and family feuds within the Ewing family, with a particular focus on the intense rivalry between J.R. Ewing and his brothers Bobby and J.R.'s wife, Sue Ellen. The story delves into themes of wealth, power, love, and loyalty, set against the backdrop of the booming oil industry in Texas.
Silicon Valley is a comedy TV show that follows a group of computer nerds who start their own startup in the competitive world of Silicon Valley. The show offers a satirical look at the business rivalries and challenges faced by startups in the tech industry.
Record of Youth follows the lives of three young individuals in the entertainment industry as they chase their dreams, face obstacles, and navigate love and friendship. It explores topics such as the pressures of fame, the sacrifices required to succeed, and the personal growth that comes with pursuing one's passions.
Zhou Ying is sold to the powerful Shen family by her foster father, yet successfully escapes by sneaking into merchant Wu Ping’s palanquin. The Wu family agreed to take her in after witnessing her remarkable business acumen, and she ends up marrying Wu Ping. The drama will chronicle the life of the Qing Dynasty's richest female merchant, and her struggles to keep the Wu family business afloat during the last years of the Qing Dynasty. Shen Xingyi is a happy-go-lucky young sir who has never known hardship in his life. After meeting Zhou Ying, he eventually decides to change his ways and becomes a mature noble who is willing to protect his country and family from disaster. He has a seemingly unrequited love for Zhou Ying.
The Beachcombers is an adventure-comedy-drama TV show set in a small Canadian town. It follows the lives of a group of beachcombers who search for lost or discarded items along the coast. The main character, Relic, runs a business collecting and selling these items. The show also explores the rivalry between Relic and a local lumber company owner, and features elements of family and community. The Beachcombers aired on CBC from 1972 to 1990 and gained a loyal fan base.
Heels is a TV show that delves into the intricate world of professional wrestling, exploring the personal and professional lives of wrestlers. Set in the timeframe of the 2020s, the story revolves around a family-owned wrestling promotion and the dynamics within. With a focus on sibling rivalry, the show showcases the challenges and conflicts that arise in the competitive world of pro-wrestling and family business.
Li Zhicheng, a former soldier with no business experience, is unexpectedly appointed CEO of his family’s struggling company. He crosses paths with Lin Qian, a determined and capable young professional facing setbacks in her startup journey. As they join forces, Lin Qian’s expertise and Li Zhicheng’s sharp instincts spark a powerful partnership—one that not only revives Ai Da’s fortunes but also leads them on a journey of ambition, resilience, and unexpected romance.
Harry Caul, a private surveillance expert in San Francisco, is hired to follow and record a couple's actions. As he pieces together their conversation, he becomes increasingly concerned that harm will come to them. After a series of events, he discovers the couple's involvement in the murder of his employer. Consumed by paranoia, Caul demolishes his apartment in search of a bug planted by the couple. Unable to find it, he resumes playing his saxophone.
In Office Space, three dissatisfied workers decide to rebel against their greedy boss. Peter, Michael, and Samir endure a mundane office life filled with frustrating commutes, tiresome coworkers, and an inane boss. They form a plan to steal money from the company, which leads to unexpected consequences. Along the way, Peter finds love with Joanna and realizes the importance of finding happiness in life. The film explores themes of corporate dissatisfaction and the desire for personal fulfillment.
Jonathan Switcher is a young artist who just doesn't seem to fit in anywhere. His latest oddball creation is the work of art that changes his life forever - a mannequin. As the beautiful window dresser, Emmy, becomes the mannequin's soulmate, Jonathan realizes he's in love. But when the mannequin goes missing, Jonathan must find her before she's gone forever.
In the competitive world of delivery services, a determined young man works hard to become the strongest deliveryman. Along the way, he encounters challenges, forms friendships, and finds love.
Famed aesthetician Hope Goldman is about to take her career to the next level by launching her very own skin care line. However, she soon faces a new challenge when a rival opens a boutique directly across from her store. Suspecting that someone is trying to sabotage her, she embarks on a quest to unravel the mystery of who's trying to destroy her life.
Yau Ho-yee is the Yaus’ out of favor eldest granddaughter. Ho-yee always has a fighting spirit and is so ambitious that she absolutely believes she is capable of becoming the matriarch. However, the traditional patriarch Yau Hon-yeung, has been bringing up his only grandson Yau Chi-bun as his successor. Patriarch Yau abruptly falls gravely ill. He leaves behind a power of attorney that astounds the chums. Yau Sau-yi and Chi-bun, keep questioning Ho-yee and getting in her way. With her lawyer ex-boyfriend Ko Tsun’s help, Ho-yee assumes the position of acting chairman. The dust seems to have settled on the feud and a new chapter begins as Chi-bun’s true identity is exposed.
Ning Yi, a determined woman from a cold background, grows through poetry, business, and martial arts, taking on increasing responsibilities and, with the help of her friends and family, using courage and wisdom to protect Lin An.
Brothers Bo and Wei are forced to join the triad in Hong Kong after arriving from China. They become successful drug dealers but sacrifice their family happiness for money and power. Once the ICAC is established, they become its targets and struggle to escape its grip.
That Thing You Do! follows the rise and fall of a rock band from a small town in Pennsylvania in the 1960s. The band achieves sudden success with their catchy song, but internal tensions and external pressures lead to their eventual breakup. The film explores the dynamics of the music industry and the challenges faced by a one-hit wonder band.
Culinary journalists Shirou Yamaoka and Yuuko Kurita must prepare the menu that will represent the Touzai Newspaper on an upcoming competition against the Teito Newspaper. The theme: food that promotes longevity. For a better research, both journalists head to Okinawa, place with the highest life expectancy in Japan.
In 19th century Japan, a ronin wanders into a town controlled by two rival gangs. He decides to manipulate the gangs, orchestrating a battle between them to bring freedom to the town.
Set in the fictional town of Merinac, a generations-old rift between dueling fried chicken restaurants — Mimi’s and Frannie’s — has left the founders’ families fractured and the locals taking sides. When popular cooking competition show Kitchen Clash comes to town, this could be the recipe for ending this feud once and for all. But things are fixing to heat up both inside and outside of the kitchen as the reality show spotlight causes sparks to fly as secrets are spilled and feathers get ruffled.