Movies and TvShows featuring "comeuppance" theme.

Hell Girl is an anime TV show that follows the story of a website called the Hell Correspondence, which can only be accessed at midnight. This website allows people to submit the name of someone they hate and the Hell Girl, Ai Enma, will offer them a chance to send that person to Hell. However, in exchange for this vengeance, the person requesting it will also be sent to Hell after their death. The show explores themes of revenge, guilt, and the moral implications of seeking retribution.

After his wife's death, a media mogul is convinced Death is after him. Death takes the form of a young man and strikes a deal with the mogul to be his guide on Earth. In the process, Death falls in love with the mogul's daughter, leading to a series of events that spiral out of control. The mogul's last birthday becomes an opportunity to demonstrate the meaning of true love and sacrifice.

Dr. Joel Fleischman, a young and arrogant doctor from New York City, is forced to work in a small town in Alaska as part of his medical school scholarship. He encounters eccentric characters, navigates the challenges of small-town life, and learns to appreciate the beauty of the Pacific Northwest.

Two friends travel to Australia to deliver a large sum of money, but it gets stolen by a mischievous kangaroo. They embark on a hilarious journey to chase down the kangaroo and retrieve their money.

Dr. Zoe Hart, a talented and ambitious doctor from New York, is forced to move to Bluebell, Alabama to work as a general practitioner. She faces challenges in adjusting to small-town life and dealing with the eccentric residents, while constantly clashing with her stubborn boss, Dr. Brick Breeland.

Danny Ocean and his team plan a heist to get revenge on casino owner Willy Bank, who double-crossed one of their own. They rig the casino's games and plot to ruin Bank's reputation while also stealing his four diamond necklaces. With the help of their connections and some clever schemes, they succeed in their plan and use the money to help their friend build his own casino.

George of the Jungle is a live-action adaptation of the classic cartoon, following the story of George, a lovable and clumsy hero with a heart of gold. Raised by animals in the jungle, George is unaware of the ways of the modern world, leading to hilarious encounters and mishaps. When he encounters an heiress named Ursula, George's life takes an unexpected turn as he is brought to San Francisco, California. As he struggles to adapt to city life, George must also face a dangerous plot against him and his animal friends. With slapstick comedy, unexpected twists, and heartwarming moments, George of the Jungle is a wild ride for the whole family.

Drunken Master is a classic kung-fu comedy film from 1978. It tells the story of a young martial artist named Wong Fei-Hung who must overcome his alcoholism and train in the art of Drunken Boxing to avenge his father's honor. Along the way, Wong Fei-Hung learns valuable lessons about discipline, respect, and the power of perseverance.

An undercover FBI agent becomes a vigilante and sets out to unleash his wrath upon the corrupt businessman who slaughtered his entire family at a reunion. He enlists the help of his neighbors as he meticulously plans revenge, targeting the businessman's criminal empire one by one. Along the way, he uncovers secrets and discovers the true extent of corruption. With an arsenal of weapons and a determination to bring justice, he becomes a one-man army, leaving no stone unturned in his quest for revenge.

When a high school teacher loses her teaching job, she takes on a coaching position for a struggling football team, facing various challenges and obstacles. With determination and perseverance, she works to turn the team's fortunes around and prove herself as a capable coach.

A college slacker named Paul Tannek moves to New York City for his freshman year of college and becomes roommates with a nerdy student named Adam. Paul falls in love with a fellow student named Dora, but faces obstacles along the way, including his older brother's manipulative behavior and his own insecurities. As Paul tries to navigate college life and find his place in the city, he learns valuable lessons about friendship, love, and the importance of being true to oneself.

When Naoko was a freshman in high school she was kidnapped and imprisoned by a man who lived next door. For one month, she went through hell. Finally, she killed the man and escaped. Now as an adult, Naoko is a doctor specializing in infertility treatment, but she also has another side. Naoko is a popular master in a S&M club.

When an affluent couple lose all their money following a series of blunders, they turn to a life of crime to make ends meet. They begin robbing stores and banks, eventually stealing enough money to redeem the loans on their house and car. However, their last heist doesn't go as planned, and they decide to give up their life of crime. But when they learn about a scheme perpetrated by the crooked CEO of their former company, they team up with a former CFO to seek revenge and retrieve the stolen funds.

After a wealthy woman with amnesia falls off a boat, a carpenter takes advantage of her condition and convinces her that they're married, leading to a series of comedic events as they adapt to their new lives together.

The Condemned is a dark and intense action thriller set on a desolate island. A group of death row prisoners are selected to participate in a twisted reality show where they must fight to the death. The last man standing will win his freedom, but the odds are stacked against them as they navigate the dangerous jungle, evade FBI agents, and confront their own inner demons. With themes of social commentary and dark humor, The Condemned is a thrilling and gritty exploration of power, violence, and survival.

Pocahontas follows her heart and sails to England to confront injustice and save her people.

Dinotopia is a TV show set in a lost civilization where humans and dinosaurs coexist. It follows the adventures of two brothers who find themselves on the island and discover their own destinies. They must navigate the challenges of the island, including sibling rivalry, rebellious dinosaurs, and a political power struggle. Along the way, they learn about friendship, family, and the importance of living in harmony with nature.

EverAfter is a reimagining of the Cinderella story, set in 16th-century France. Danielle, a young servant, loses her father and finds herself at the mercy of her wicked stepmother. But with her intelligence, bravery, and the help of Leonardo da Vinci, she strives to overcome her circumstances and find true love with the crown prince.

Tales from the Crypt is an anthology horror movie released in 1972. It consists of five separate stories, each with its own macabre twist. The stories are tied together by the Crypt Keeper, a sinister figure who introduces each tale. From Christmas horrors to killer Santa Claus and supernatural dreams, Tales from the Crypt offers a variety of terrifying tales.

A player in Malibu, California, must confront the consequences of his womanizing ways when several women he has been involved with discover his lies and seek revenge.