Movies and TvShows featuring "drug-addiction" theme.
Alarm for Cobra 11: The Motorway Police is a thrilling German TV show that follows the day-to-day lives of the motorway police officers as they tackle various cases involving crimes, car chases, and high-speed pursuits on the German autobahn.
House is a medical drama that follows the unconventional and misanthropic genius Dr. Gregory House as he leads a team of diagnosticians at Princeton-Plainsboro Teaching Hospital. Known for his brilliant mind and unorthodox methods, House takes on complex medical cases and solves medical mysteries that other doctors can't crack. Along the way, he confronts his own pain and struggles with prescription drug abuse.
Shameless is a dark comedy TV show that follows the lives of the Gallagher family, a dysfunctional group living in Chicago. The show explores topics such as infidelity, mental illness, poverty, and the challenges of growing up in a large, working-class family.
About to embark on a new world tour, global pop sensation Skye Riley begins experiencing increasingly terrifying and inexplicable events. Overwhelmed by the escalating horrors and the pressures of fame, Skye is forced to face her dark past to regain control of her life before it spirals out of control.
Nurse Jackie is a dark comedy that follows the life of Jackie Peyton, a skilled emergency room nurse with a secret drug addiction. Balancing her demanding job, a troubled marriage, and her addiction becomes increasingly challenging as Jackie tries to keep her double life hidden. Set in a New York City hospital, the show explores themes of drug addiction, infidelity, and the complexities of balancing personal and professional life in the medical field.
Mr. Robot follows Elliot Alderson, a young cybersecurity expert by day and a vigilante hacker by night. Dealing with social anxiety disorder and drug addiction, Elliot's life takes a turn when he is recruited by an anarchist known as Mr. Robot to join a revolution against the largest conglomerate in the world. As Elliot dives deeper into the conspiracy, he begins to question his own sanity and reality.
Set in Berlin during the 1920s, Babylon Berlin follows a police detective investigating illegal activities amidst rising Nazism and drug addiction. As he delves deeper into a web of conspiracy, he uncovers a dark underworld of organized crime and political intrigue, all while navigating a city on the edge of chaos.
A young law student starts to work as a detective, decided to uncover the identity behind a series of murders, as well as who is next.
Ang Babaeng Hinugot sa Aking Tadyang or Dangerous Love is an adaptation of Carlo J. Caparas' celebrated graphic novel, which in turn produced a film version in the 1980s starring Vivian Velez and Eddie Rodriguez. In the TV version, Joyce E. Bernal, with Topel Lee, directs Dingdong Dantes and Marian Rivera in a story of destiny, secrets and deception. The series premiered on February 2, 2009 on GMA Network. It was aired internationally, with a two-day delay, on GMA Pinoy TV.
When a struggling comedian shows one act of kindness to a vulnerable woman, it sparks a suffocating obsession which threatens to wreck both their lives.
Reclusive gym manager Lou falls hard for Jackie, an ambitious bodybuilder headed through town to Las Vegas in pursuit of her dream. But their love ignites violence, pulling them deep into the web of Lou’s criminal family.
Forrest Gump, with an IQ of 75, narrates his life story from the 1950s to the '70s. Raised in Alabama, he meets Jenny and they have parallel lives. Forrest excels in running, goes to college, enlists in the army, becomes a war hero, learns ping-pong, reunites with Jenny, starts a shrimping business, becomes a wealthy man, and eventually marries Jenny. They have a son and live a happy life until Jenny's death.
When teenage Priscilla Beaulieu meets Elvis Presley, the man who is already a meteoric rock-and-roll superstar becomes someone entirely unexpected in private moments: a thrilling crush, an ally in loneliness, a vulnerable best friend.
The Clone is a drama TV show that tells the story of a man who becomes involved in a cloning experiment, leading to complicated relationships and moral dilemmas. It explores themes of love, betrayal, and the ethical implications of playing with life and identity.
Passíone is a Brazilian telenovela that originally aired on Rede Globo from May 05, 2010 to January 14, 2011. Is created and written by Sílvio de Abreu. The plot has the actors Fernanda Montenegro, Tony Ramos, Mariana Ximenes, Reynaldo Gianecchini, Carolina Dieckmann, Rodrigo Lombardi, Marcello Antony, Larissa Maciel, Werner Schünemann, Mayana Moura and Aracy Balabanian in the leading roles. Replacing Viver a Vida, it premiered in May 05, 2010 and ended its run in January 14, 2011 consisting of 209 episodes.
Political Animals follows the life of Elaine Barrish, a former first lady and current secretary of state, as she navigates the complexities of politics and her own family drama. From dealing with her ex-husband and their twin sons to managing international relations, Elaine faces numerous challenges while trying to maintain her public image and advance her political career.
Jordan Belfort rises to become a wealthy stockbroker, living a life of indulgence and extravagance. However, his success is marred by crime, corruption, and the federal government's investigation. Based on a true story, this movie portrays the rise and fall of a man consumed by greed and the consequences he faces.
Intervention is a documentary series that explores the struggles of individuals with drug addiction and their families as they embark on a journey of recovery. Each episode follows the intervention process, from confronting the addict to arranging for treatment and support. Through personal interviews and emotional storytelling, the show sheds light on the devastating impact of addiction and the potential for healing and redemption.
Henry Hill, a young boy from a predominantly Italian neighborhood, idolizes the local Mafia gangsters and joins their ranks. He forms close ties with his mob partners Jimmy Conway and Tommy DeVito, but as they engage in more dangerous activities, Henry's marriage deteriorates and he becomes involved in drug dealing. When things spiral out of control, Henry decides to become an informant for the FBI and enters the Witness Protection Program. Ultimately, his criminal associates are imprisoned, and he is left to live a new, ordinary life.
The Knick is a drama TV show set in the gilded age of the 1900s. It follows the medical staff at the Knickerbocker Hospital in New York City, dealing with various challenges such as drug addiction, surgical advancements, social differences, and contagious diseases. The show explores themes of corruption, immigration, and the struggles of medical professionals during that time period.