Movies and TvShows featuring "crime-drama" theme.
Columbo is a police procedural crime drama that follows the investigations of Lieutenant Columbo, a smart and persistent detective known for his rumpled raincoat and love for cigars. With his unconventional approach, Columbo outwits murderers and uncovers the truth behind their crimes, leaving no stone unturned.
Tom Clancy's Jack Ryan follows the journey of a brilliant CIA analyst, Jack Ryan, as he is thrust into the world of international espionage. Ryan, formerly a marine, finds himself in the middle of a dangerous covert operation that threatens the security of the United States. As he navigates through political corruption, drug cartels, and domestic terrorism, Ryan must use his skills and intelligence to uncover the truth and protect his country.
Medium is a TV show that follows Allison Dubois, a wife, and mother who possesses psychic abilities. She uses her gift to help solve crimes and bring justice to the victims.
Better Call Saul is a prequel television series that explores the story of Jimmy McGill, a small-time lawyer struggling to make a name for himself in the criminal law world. Set in Albuquerque, New Mexico, the show delves into Jimmy's transformation into the morally ambiguous lawyer Saul Goodman, known for his cunning tactics and connections to the criminal underworld. Along the way, Jimmy navigates the strained relationship with his brother Chuck, battles his own self-destructive behavior and psychosomatic illness, and faces challenges in the form of both friend and foe.
The investigations of Sister Boniface of St Vincent's Convent - nun, moped rider, wine maker and part-time forensic scientist.
A Western journalist in Tokyo takes on one of the city's most powerful crime bosses and faces challenges in his career and personal life as he uncovers dark secrets. He delves into specific cases, including the search for a killer and an expose on a notorious figure, while also facing death threats and uncovering corruption.
Seeking an escape from his mundane life, high-schooler Keita Amishima stumbles into the secret life of an agent of UNDER ANCHOR - a covert organisation combating cyber terrorism. Keita isn't alone, as he is partnered with an A.I. - the Phone Braver "Seven". Together, Keita and Seven work to counter cyber crimes, all the while dealing with the machinations of a rogue Phone Braver, "Zero One".
Insatiable greed, hatred, and delusion lead to the crimes and punishments that life will eventually face. The Pig, the Snake, and the Pigeon is a traditional Chinese tale that mirrors the situation of Chen Kui-Lin, the main character of this movie.
Yuri Ishikawa and her team try to crack unresolved cold cases in Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan.
In the 1990s, a police officer goes undercover to infiltrate a mega crime syndicate that distributes illegal drugs across South Korea, China, and Japan. His wife, a narcotics officer, is also involved.
Unbelievable is a crime drama TV show that follows the true story of a young woman who is accused of lying about being raped and the two female detectives who uncover the truth. With powerful performances and a thought-provoking storyline, this show explores themes of misogyny, violence against women, and the strength of the human spirit.
Penelope Pitstop, a fearless female racer, constantly finds herself in perilous situations. With the help of her faithful companions, she must outsmart her crooked guardian and his henchmen to stay safe.
Louis Bloom, a con man desperate for work, becomes a crime journalist in L.A. Blurring the line between observer and participant, he becomes the star of his own story, using manipulation and unethical tactics to gain traction in the industry.
During a promotion ceremony for police officers, Senior Superintendent Ko Yat-tai is taken hostage. Seeing his father in danger, OCTB Senior Inspector Marcus Ko Ka-chun is unable to do anything. In a split second, Yat-tai’s eldest son Vincent Ko Ka-long, a member of the Flying Tigers, demonstrates his excellent marksmanship to save him, which unexpectedly acts as a trigger to bring what was buried in the Ko family back to light. A recent spate of murders of undercover cops, a surge of new drugs, and terrorist groups are a portent of a menacing future that Superintendent Lip Yu-hong relentlessly fights against. Meanwhile, caught in their own relationship dilemma, two brothers, Ka-long and Ka-chun, end up going their separate ways, turning into rivals...
Marshal Raylan Givens is now in Miami, juggling his job and being a part-time father. When he ends up in Detroit, he confronts Clement Mansell, a dangerous sociopath who escaped the grasp of the local police. Givens must face off against Mansell to bring him to justice.
Waco is a TV mini-series that tells the dramatic and true story of the 1993 Waco siege in Texas, where an FBI standoff with a cult leader and his followers ended in a tragic shootout and burning building.
The story of how on the night of Ali’s defeat of Jerry Quarry, which came after he was banned from boxing for refusing to enter the military draft, hundreds of guests at an after-party were robbed at gunpoint, becoming one of the largest armed robberies the country has ever seen.
Mrs. Sidhu, a caterer, teams up with dour DCI Burton to solve crimes and fight crime in this British-Indian TV show.
A close-knit community is sent spinning on its axis following a series of strange and unnatural crimes.
Fallen Angels is a dark and surreal crime drama directed by Wong Kar-wai. The film follows the lives of several characters, including a mute man, a hired assassin, and a female accomplice, as they navigate the dangerous and unpredictable streets of Hong Kong. With themes of love, loneliness, and existentialism, Fallen Angels explores the complexities of human relationships in a visually stunning and poetic way.