Movies and TvShows featuring "death-penalty" theme.

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.

A prison guard on death row discovers an inmate, John Coffey, who has the power to heal. As he forms a bond with John, he tries to save him from being executed.

In a New York City murder trial, a jury must carefully consider the evidence and confront their own biases before reaching a verdict. One juror's skepticism forces the others to reexamine the case, leading to a dramatic deliberation that reveals the flaws in the prosecution's case and the importance of reasonable doubt.

Just Mercy is based on the true story of lawyer Bryan Stevenson as he fights to free a wrongfully convicted death row inmate and exposes the systemic racism and injustice within the criminal justice system.

In Insidious: The Last Key, Elise Rainier faces her most fearsome and personal haunting yet, as she confronts demons from her past and fights to save her own family from the evil that has plagued them for generations. With the help of her loyal sidekick and a group of gifted ghost hunters, Elise must delve into the depths of her childhood home, unlocking secrets and facing terrifying entities in order to protect her loved ones.

During the Cavalcade of the Magi parade, the Martín family's daughter Amaya disappears. Journalist Miren takes on the case, determined to find her.

In a world where criminals evade justice, citizens vote via text for the death penalty, executed by 'Dog Mask' if over 50% agree. %s

In Hang 'em High, a former lawman named Jed Cooper is mistakenly identified as a cattle rustler and is hanged by a vigilante mob. He survives the hanging and seeks revenge on the men who falsely accused him. With the help of a marshal, Cooper goes on a mission to bring the men to justice and restore his own name.

A grief-stricken news producer teams up with a serial killer to go back in time and change the future, investigating a series of murders and dealing with corruption and cover-ups along the way. With San Francisco as the backdrop, the mother is driven by desperation and guilt as she navigates through a time loop in search of a happy ending.

Aileen Wuornos, an aging prostitute, meets Selby and they quickly form a passionate relationship. However, Aileen's encounters with abusive clients push her to become a serial killer, targeting johns for money and vengeance. As the truth is revealed, their relationship deteriorates, leading to Aileen's arrest and eventual execution.

In World War I, after a failed attack on a German position, a general orders three soldiers to be court-martialed for cowardice. Their commanding officer must defend them in a trial where the outcome seems predetermined. As the trial progresses, the true nature of the military and the toll it takes on its soldiers is revealed.

A 1950s true crime drama about Ruth Ellis, the last woman in Britain to be hanged. This startling story reveals hidden truths about Ruth's murder of her lover, the legal case surrounding it and those who were also complicit.

In Canton, Mississippi, a fearless young lawyer and his assistant defend a black man accused of murdering two white men who raped his ten-year-old daughter, inciting violent retribution and revenge from the Ku Klux Klan. The trial becomes a national media sensation, with the lawyer's family facing death threats and arson. As tensions rise and the trial progresses, the lawyer must navigate racial tension and deep-seated racism to fight for justice. In the end, he delivers a powerful closing argument that challenges the jury's prejudices and sparks hope for a fair outcome.

In post-World War II Germany, American judges preside over the trials of Nazi war criminals. The gripping courtroom drama explores themes of war crimes, justice, and the aftermath of the Holocaust.

A nun, Sister Helen Prejean, comforts a convicted killer on death row, Matthew Poncelet, and develops empathy for both him and the families of his victims. As she tries to stop his execution, she faces opposition and must confront her own beliefs about forgiveness and justice.

Approaching Rudi's execution (Mirna's Husband), Mirna was asked to come to the prison with a Lasagna. Her husband wishes to enjoy the Lasagna with Mirna for the very last time. But when Mirna came with the Lasagna, Rudi chooses not to eat it.

Never-before-heard audio from the interrogation of serial killer John Wayne Gacy threads through this chilling look at his 1970s murder spree.

Conversations with a Killer: The Ted Bundy Tapes is a TV show that dives deep into the twisted mind of notorious serial killer Ted Bundy. Through a collection of chilling interviews and archive footage, the series explores Bundy's crimes, his victims, and the shocking extent of his psychopathy. From his escapes from prison to his disturbing courtroom antics, this show is a gripping look into the mind of one of America's most infamous killers.

Michael Clayton, a fixer for a prestigious law firm, investigates a class action lawsuit against a guilty chemical company. Along the way, he uncovers a conspiracy involving murder and corporate corruption.

The Paperboy is a crime drama thriller set in a small town in Florida in 1969. The story follows a newspaper reporter who partners with his younger brother to investigate the case of a death row inmate. As they dig deeper, they uncover twists and secrets that lead them towards a dangerous path. The film explores themes of wrongful conviction, violence, and the murky underbelly of the town's secrets.