Movies and TvShows featuring "dying-young" theme.

Squid Game (2021) is a thrilling and suspenseful TV show that follows a group of contestants who are forced to participate in a dangerous game with a large cash prize at stake. As the game progresses, the players face brutal challenges and must navigate a web of secrets and intrigue. With their lives on the line, they must do whatever it takes to survive.

Nanda must rethink her plansof studying in Amsterdam when she discovers she is pregnant. After losing the support of her boyfriend Léo, the young girl decides to return home, where she suffers a serious accident and dies.However, Helena, her doctor, is able to save her new-born twins: Francisco and Clara. Unfortunately, Clara suffers from Downs Syndrome. Helena feels a strong emotional tie to Clara and adopts her.Years later, the twins’father Léo, a young and wealthy businessman, returns to the scene, wanting to gain custody of the children.However, Helena and Alex fight to the end to retain guardianship of the twins, whom they have raised with such love.

Stairway to Heaven is a Philippine drama adapted from a Korean drama with the same name; directed by Joyce E. Bernal and developed by Dode Cruz, their third team-up after the highly successful MariMar and Dyesebel. The series premiered on September 14 and ended on December 11, 2009 in the Philippines via GMA Network, starring Dingdong Dantes and Rhian Ramos reprising the ill-fated lovers Cholo and Jodi - originally portrayed by Kwon Sang Woo and Choi Ji Woo - with TJ Trinidad and Glaiza de Castro. It was aired internationally with a two-day delay on GMA Pinoy TV. The series also aired internationally in Malaysia and Vietnam. It will now air on Hawaii's KIKU Television. The TV series also initially re-airs currently via cable channel Fox Filipino channel currently during its first quarter of 2012.

The Pacific is a dramatic miniseries that chronicles the experiences of three U.S. Marines during the Pacific campaign against the Japanese in World War II. As they navigate the brutal realities of war, they face violence, combat fatigue, death, and the challenges of comradeship in the face of adversity.

Challenger: The Final Flight is a documentary miniseries that explores the events leading up to the tragic explosion of the Challenger Space Shuttle in 1986. It delves into the failed project, the risks involved, and the devastating consequences of the detonation. The series provides an in-depth look at the crew, the spacecraft, and the mishap that resulted in the loss of seven lives.

Dead Mountain: The Dyatlov Pass Incident is a gripping TV show that explores the mysterious disappearance of a group of hikers in the Soviet Union in the 1950s. As a team of investigators delves into the chilling case, they uncover shocking secrets and face deadly risks in their quest for the truth.

In Spring 1917, 17-year-old Paul Bäumer enlists in the Imperial German Army during World War I. He and his friends experience the horrors of trench warfare on the Western Front, witnessing the death of their comrade Ludwig. As the war progresses, they face challenges including gas attacks, a cease-fire negotiation, and a final deadly battle. Despite the imminent end of the war, Paul loses his friends and ultimately his own life on the battlefield. A heartbreaking tale of the devastating effects of war.

World War II in HD Colour is a gripping documentary series that brings the events of World War II to life through rare and restored color footage. It follows the journeys of soldiers and civilians from various countries, highlighting the hardships, sacrifices, and triumphs of the war. The series provides a comprehensive look at the military strategies, battles, and major events that shaped the outcome of the war.

Generation War is a TV mini-series set in Nazi Germany during World War II. It follows the lives of five friends who are forced to confront the realities of war, including the rise of Nazism, the persecution of Jews, and the brutality of the Eastern Front. The series explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the moral dilemmas faced by ordinary people during a time of extreme violence and oppression.

Through vividly enhanced archival footage and voices from all sides of the conflict, this docuseries brings WWII to life like never before.

Those who knew them best describe the sensational lives and premature deaths of iconic actors and musicians whose passing left a void in pop culture.

Midway is a war film that tells the story of the Battle of Midway, a pivotal confrontation between the American fleet and the Imperial Japanese Navy during World War II. The movie showcases the bravery and sacrifices of the soldiers involved in this significant battle.

In 1942, during the Battle of Stalingrad, Vassili Zaitsev, a Red Army soldier with impressive marksmanship skills, becomes a national hero and propaganda icon. As Soviet snipers take a toll on German forces, renowned German sniper Major Erwin König is sent to eliminate Vassili. With the help of a young boy, Vassili sets a trap for König but is eventually wounded. In the end, Vassili kills König and reunites with Tania, his love interest, after the German surrender.

Gia (Angelina Jolie) is a top fashion model in the 1980s who becomes a lesbian icon. However, her journey is plagued by drug addiction and AIDS, leading to her tragic demise.

In Platoon, Chris Taylor, a young American soldier, joins the infantry in Vietnam and is torn between two sergeants - one good and one evil. As he witnesses the brutality of war, he begins to question the mission and the nature of man in conflict.

La Bamba is a biography drama movie set in the 1950s about the rise of rock-n-roll singer Ritchie Valens. The plot revolves around his success in the record industry, his first love, forbidden relationships, and the challenges he faced as a Mexican-American in a predominantly white society. It also explores themes of racism, interracial romance, and the sacrifices Valens made for his career. The movie is based on the real-life story of Ritchie Valens, who died tragically at a young age but left a lasting impact on the music industry.

In the midst of the Cold War, a group of high school students in a small American town find themselves facing a Soviet invasion. Determined to protect their home and loved ones, they form a resistance movement known as the Wolverines. The teenagers must navigate the challenges of guerrilla warfare as they fight back against the occupying Soviet forces. Filled with bravery, action, and a sense of patriotism, 'Red Dawn' showcases the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity.

In the year 2000, the K-141 Kursk submarine sinks in the Barents Sea after an explosion. As the crew struggles for survival, the Russian Navy and international efforts attempt a daring underwater rescue.

Selena is a biographical drama about the rise of Selena Quintanilla, a Mexican-American singer who became one of the most successful Tejano music artists of all time. The film documents Selena's early life, her struggles to gain recognition in the male-dominated music industry, and her ultimate rise to fame. However, Selena's success is cut short when she is tragically murdered by a former fan club president. The movie explores themes of family, love, and the pursuit of one's dreams, while also touching on issues of race, identity, and the challenges faced by female artists in a predominantly male industry.

Burning Bush is a TV mini-series set in Prague, Czechoslovakia in 1969 during the Russian occupation. It depicts the story of a female lawyer who rebels against the manipulative behavior of the communist regime and fights for justice. The series explores themes of propaganda, resistance, and the strength of the human spirit in the face of oppression.