Movies and TvShows featuring "custody-hearing" theme.
Frank, a single man raising his child prodigy niece Mary, is drawn into a custody battle with his mother. Mary's exceptional intelligence and potential are threatened by the interference of her grandmother and the legal system. As Frank navigates the complexities of the courtroom, he must also confront his own insecurities and guilt. With the help of his loyal friend Roberta and the support of his lawyer, Frank fights to protect Mary's normalcy and ensure a bright future for her. Along the way, he discovers the true meaning of family and the lengths he is willing to go to keep it intact.
Marla Grayson is a scammer who becomes a guardian for the elderly she pretends can't care for themselves. She sells their assets until she meets Jennifer Peterson, a wealthy retiree with a hidden fortune. Marla and her girlfriend Fran exploit Jennifer, but things take a dangerous turn when Jennifer's son, a crime lord, gets involved. Marla's greed and manipulation lead to a series of events that ultimately result in her downfall.
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.
Ticket Out is a thrilling action movie about a mother who attempts to escape from her abusive husband and protect her children. As she tries to navigate the legal system and custody hearings, she must also deal with the challenges of being on the run. With winter setting in and limited resources, she must make tough choices to keep her family safe.
Medical intern Robert Morley is distraught after his wife dies in childbirth. He's resentful of his new son and wants nothing to do with him. He leaves the child with his aunt and uncle and heads off to Europe to pursue his medical studies. Morley returns to his hometown six years later, now a successful doctor and engaged to be married to a beautiful socialite. He also feels differently about the boy and attempts to gain custody from his aunt and uncle.
Mrs. Doray sits with a Juvenile Court Judge to learn more about problem children and what to do about them. One of the cases involves 13 year old Arthur, "the worst kid in town", who moves cars away from fiire-plugs without the knowledge of the owners. The judge gives Arthur and friend Nutty another chance. However they run into further trouble when they break into Mr. Doray's drugstore to get medicine for Nutty's grandmother. Mr. Doray is not sympathetic and completely against his wife's plan to become Arthur's guardian. More incidents occur with Mr. Doray quick to judge prior to getting all of the facts. Mrs. Doray must choose between her marriage and Arthur.
A single father in Atlanta, Georgia, fights for custody of his daughters after their mother passes away. He struggles with his status as a working-class man and forms a bond with the attorney assigned to his case. As they navigate the court system and overcome societal prejudices, they find themselves falling in love.
After the death of his mother, a police officer in a small town goes through a nervous breakdown and tries to navigate the challenges of a custody battle while dealing with personal grief and a crumbling marriage.
What Makes a Family tells the story of a lesbian couple, Maggie and Jane, who fight for custody of their daughter after Jane is diagnosed with a terminal illness. Their struggle takes them through a court battle, challenging societal norms and prejudices along the way. With the support of their friends and family, Maggie and Jane prove that love and family come in many different forms.
In this comedy-drama, a couple going through a divorce finds themselves in a custody battle over their beloved dog. Set in Chicago, Illinois, the film explores the emotional roller coaster of their separation as they navigate court hearings, memories, and the help of a dog trainer. With the backdrop of ice hockey, the story combines humor and sadness in the fight for pet custody.
Heaven is now happily married and ready to settle back in her hometown. But after a trip to Farthinggale Manor, Heaven is persuaded to stay. Lured by her grandfather to live amidst the wealthy and privileged Heaven seems to have it all until the ghosts of her past rise up once more, threatening her precious new life.
A country music star gets stranded in the Smoky Mountains during a snowstorm and seeks shelter in a remote cabin. She finds a new family, love, and the true meaning of Christmas while trying to escape paparazzi and a witch.
After a devastating boating accident, a man's 4-year-old son goes missing and is presumed to be lost at sea. Years later, the man's life takes a surprising turn when he discovers his long lost son. As they try to rebuild their relationship, they face challenges and obstacles that test their bond.
When his younger friends go up for adoption, threatening their extended family, an orphaned teen helps them discourage potential parents.
After rejecting a marriage proposal, a lawyer is visited by her imaginary childhood friend, who poses as her boyfriend for Christmas. Through a series of holiday adventures, she discovers the true meaning of love and finds her happily ever after.
In Let's Dance, a woman dresses as a man to work as a singing and dancing showgirl in a nightclub. She gets involved in a custody battle and falls in love with a musician. The story includes flashbacks, a marriage proposal, horse racing, and a variety of comedic situations.
One night Nancy Lyon awakes in pain and dies shortly after - poisoned with arsenic. Her family immediately suspects her husband Richard, who left her temporarily the year before because of an affair. Especially Nancy's brother is keen on getting the children away from the suspected murderer. All evidence points against Richard, but in court Richard surprisingly presents proof that his wife had depressions and maybe killed herself - or are these proofs just fake? -- Depicts an authentic case.
Melanie McGuire is accused of murdering her husband and disposing of his body in suitcases, as the investigation and trial unfold.
Frozen City is a compelling drama that delves into the complexities of parenthood and relationships. Set in a suburban neighborhood, the film explores themes of anxiety, agony, and self-control as it follows the lives of various characters. From a custody battle to a mother attempting suicide, Frozen City tackles difficult subjects while offering a glimpse into the intricacies of family dynamics.
To secure custody of her son from her gaslighting trash-bag ex, Mallory's only hope is to find Santa Claus and convince him to testify in her divorce hearing.