Movies and TvShows featuring "estranged-family" theme.

One hundred years ago, a grave tradition was born in a land where demons live among people: a human must be sacrificed to the King of Beasts. But when Sariphi, the 99th sacrifice, is offered to the King, she isn’t afraid at all! Intrigued by her calm and cute nature, the King decides to spare her life with plans to make her his bride.

After being rejected, a man decides to shave his beard and take in a high school runaway, forming an unexpected bond and creating a heartwarming story of love and acceptance.

Allen is banished from the Duchy of Westfeldt on account of his low level and lack of a god-given Gift, and all seems lost. But with his memories of a past life as a hero intact, Allen sees this twist of fate as a blessing—he can finally live his life as he pleases! That momentary peace is cut short when Allen saves his ex-fiancée, beginning a new saga for the banished former hero.

After being separated by family tragedy, cousins reunite through a traditional dragon boat race. As they compete, they repair their family bonds, form new friendships, and find their life's purpose.

Almost Christmas is a comedy-drama about a dysfunctional African-American family coming together for their first Christmas since the death of their beloved matriarch. The patriarch of the family is eager to bring his feuding children together for a memorable holiday, but tensions run high as old grievances resurface and secrets are revealed. As the long weekend progresses, the family must learn to put aside their differences and rediscover the true meaning of Christmas.

Satoru Matsudo moves to Tokyo in hopes of becoming an actor. He has trouble breaking into the industry, but his luck begins to change when he finds an airplane ticket belonging to a talent agency CEO. Time passes, and Satoru makes a name for himself as an actor. He gets a call from America. Hoping it is a Hollywood offer, he instead hears about his estranged older brother.

Violet is a film about a woman named Violet who struggles with self-doubt, mental illness, and anxiety. She embarks on an emotional journey to overcome her fears and find her true self. The film explores themes of personal relationships, social interaction, and the impact of past traumas. As Violet starts a new job in film production, she is forced to confront her inner demons and learn to love herself.

Flesh 'n' Blood is an American situation comedy that aired on NBC as part of its 1991 fall lineup. The series was created and executive produced by Michael J. Di Gaetano and Lawrence Gay.

Go Hae-jun runs away from home, while Baek Eun-yeong, a troubled student, ends up living in a tent with nowhere else to go. The two, who met by a twisted fate, end up living together in an abandoned old dormitory. Both hate the dormitory and each other, but with nowhere else to go, their difficult journey begins.

More Tales of the City (1998) follows the lives of the residents living in an apartment building in San Francisco during the 1970s. The show explores the themes of love, friendship, and acceptance, as well as the challenges and triumphs faced by the LGBTQ+ community. With a diverse cast of characters, the series delves into issues such as religious bigotry, gay rights, and anti-conformity, providing a compelling and poignant portrayal of life in San Francisco during that era.

Pieces of April follows April Burns, a young woman who invites her estranged family for Thanksgiving dinner in her apartment. As April struggles to cook the big meal, her family deals with their own personal issues and the challenges of getting to her apartment. With a dying mother, a rebellious sister, and a father who is constantly belittling her, April's Thanksgiving becomes a chaotic yet heartwarming event.

Next Stop, Christmas is a heartwarming holiday movie about a female surgeon who travels back in time to fix her broken engagement and find true love during the Christmas season. As she navigates through the past, she encounters challenges, discovers the importance of family, and experiences the magic of the holiday season.

License to Live is a comedy-drama film set in Japan during the Heisei era. It tells the story of a man who wakes up from a coma and must navigate the challenges of living with a broken family. As he reminisces about his past and his relationship with his estranged family, he also reconnects with his love for fishing and horses. The film explores themes of memory, family relationships, and the passage of time.

A family goes on a vacation in their recreational vehicle, but their trip takes a dark turn when they become stranded in the desert and encounter a malevolent force. As tension rises, they must fight for their lives against a supernatural entity that wants to harm them.

A terminally ill old lady who wants to die on her own terms convinces a self-destructive addict to help kill her, in exchange for clean urine.

Two estranged siblings, a botanist and a magician, come together to try and raise their mother’s body from the dead.

A self-destructive ex-Mormon named %s discovers that her estranged father is on his deathbed. Filled with a mix of emotions, she decides to embark on a road trip to Utah in order to confront her past. Along the way, she faces numerous challenges and experiences that force her to confront her inner demons. The journey becomes a transformative experience for her as she navigates through her turbulent emotions, ultimately leading to healing and self-discovery.

Young princess Anna of Arendelle dreams about finding true love at her sister Elsa’s coronation. Fate takes her on a dangerous journey in an attempt to end the eternal winter that has fallen over the kingdom. She's accompanied by ice delivery man Kristoff, his reindeer Sven, and snowman Olaf. On an adventure where she will find out what friendship, courage, family, and true love really means.

In 1934, as playwright Luigi Pirandello travels to Stockholm, where he is about to receive the Nobel Prize, he begins reliving the drama and magic of the loved ones who have populated his life and inspired his art. Pirandello reminisces about the madness of his wife, his stormy relationship with his children, his controversial stance towards fascism, and his love for Marta Abba, the young actress who became his muse.

After a road accident, a woman suffers from amnesia and returns home to her estranged family. However, she soon discovers dark secrets and must uncover the truth before it's too late.