Movies and TvShows featuring "colonist" theme.

Set in the near future, the Robinson family is selected for the 24th mission of the Resolute, an interstellar spacecraft carrying selected families to the Alpha Centauri star system. However, their ship crashes on an unknown planet, leaving them stranded in a dangerous and unforgiving environment. As they navigate through the challenges of survival, they encounter alien creatures, mysterious phenomena, and face betrayal from unexpected sources. With the help of an advanced artificial intelligence and their determination, the Robinsons must find a way to escape and reach their destination.

Jamestown is a period drama that takes place in colonial America, specifically in Jamestown, Virginia in the early 17th century. The story follows the lives of English colonists as they establish a settlement, face hardships, and encounter challenges in their new environment.

In the 1930s, a French convict named Papillon befriends a fellow criminal, Dega, as they begin their sentence on Devil's Island, a penal colony in South America. Papillon, determined to escape, convinces Dega to join him in his plan. They endure harsh conditions, crocodile attacks, and betrayal as they make their way to freedom. Despite setbacks and the passage of time, Papillon's determination leads him to eventually succeed and outlive the prison.

Martin Shaw stars as Cecil Rhodes, the man whose controversial career included the creation of de Beers, the addition of nearly one million square miles to the Britain's African Empire, and had given his name to a country (Rhodesia, now Zimbabwe) larger than most of Europe. Martin Shaw's son plays the younger Rhodes and other cast members include Neil Pearson, Frances Barber and Ken Stott.

Lost Colony: The Legend of Roanoke tells the chilling story of the disappearance of the Roanoke colony in North Carolina. As a group of colonists settle on the island, they are plagued by Native American legends, evil spirits, and a haunting presence. The eerie atmosphere of the forest and the mysterious events that unfold keep the viewer on the edge of their seat. Will the truth behind the lost colony ever be revealed?

In the midst of the American Revolution, a teenager named Adam discovers the harsh realities of war as his small town becomes the center of a major battle. With his family, friends, and community torn apart, Adam must navigate the chaos and tragedy of war, ultimately becoming a tragic hero in the fight for independence. Set in colonial America in the year 1775, this historical drama explores the personal struggles and sacrifices made during a pivotal moment in American history.

The pioneering trail to Oregon was littered with constant danger. Yet, the hope of the "promised land" keeps American families westward bound despite overwhelming odds. A calm, clear-thinking pioneer attempts to lead a wagon train through territory occupied by Pawnees and Sioux. Along the way, the hardy settlers face horse thieves, kidnappers, and unpredictable Indian attacks in their push to establish a new life in the rugged West.

Lumumba explores the rise and fall of Patrice Lumumba, a Congolese politician who became the country's first prime minister. The film delves into Lumumba's charismatic leadership, his struggle for independence from colonial rule, and the eventual political intrigue and assassination that led to his tragic death.

A landowner in colonial Africa leads a safari through Nukumbi territory in order to capture an escaped criminal.

Bearded contract employee goes on a "giant bouquet of flowers" planet and prefers friendship with the robot because all inhabitants are creepy psychos.

The history of a Polish family and its contributions to the war effort throughout American history.

Janice Meredith is a young woman living in colonial America during the War for Independence. She finds herself caught in the middle of the conflict between the colonists and the British, facing deception, turncoats, and unjust taxation. Janice becomes entangled in a web of romance, with relationships forming with key historical figures such as Thomas Jefferson, Paul Revere, and George Washington. As the revolution rages on, Janice must navigate the dangers of war, intrigue, and seduction, all while trying to maintain her own safety and the independence of her beloved country.

The story of a family caught up in the American Revolutionary War.

King James I gives his consent to the marriage between Lord Carnal and Lady Jocelyn Leigh. Lady Jocelyn, however, does not want to wed the evil Lord Carnal, and makes her escape on a bridal ship headed for Jamestown, VA. When it lands, a ruffian tries to take Jocelyn as his bride, but Captain Ralph Percy rescues her by marrying her himself. The marriage, however, is in name only, as Jocelyn wants little to do with Percy.

This documentary shows a typical Sunday in Mozambique's capital, tourist main attractions, an inquest in Lisbon about the perception of the people in the street about what life was like in that African colony (or, as the Government had it then, "province"), and then interviews and scenes of Lourenço Marques fishermen and a bar waitresses. African folk music and dance were used as documents and background for the text narration.

From the military planning to front-line operations of discover conquest of Mozambique by the Portuguese, to counter the Vatuas insurgency of 1894, when they were led by Gungunhana, a cunning strong African leader. Against the background of Marracuene, Coolela, Manjacaze, Chaimite and Macontene historical battles, two soldiers fight for the love of a coloni st's daughter.

A Terrytoons cartoon released 1 November 1939.