Movies and TvShows featuring "female-psychiatric-patient" theme.

After suffering a nervous breakdown, a young woman is committed to a mental institution where she struggles to regain her sanity through therapy and treatment.

Christine Collins takes on the LAPD to find her missing child, battling corruption and the wrongful conviction of an impostor.

When a psychiatrist's daughter is kidnapped, he must unlock a secret location in his patient's mind by reliving a traumatic past in order to save her. As he delves deeper into his patient's psyche, he discovers a stolen gem and a gang of bank robbers who will stop at nothing to get it back.

55 Steps is a true story of a psychiatric patient fighting for her rights against a hospital. Colette Hughes, a woman with mental illness, seeks help from a public defender, Eleanor Riese, to file a lawsuit against the psychiatric hospital. As they fight for patient rights, their friendship strengthens and they overcome numerous obstacles together.

Psychiatrist Dr. Miranda Grey wakes up in the mental hospital she worked at, as a patient treated by her co-worker. She has no memory of why she is there or what she has done. As she tries to cope with her new life, she discovers that a ghost is using her body to carry out messages and commit murders. With the help of a fellow inmate, she starts regaining her memories and uncovers a dark secret. Miranda escapes the hospital and finds clues that implicate her deceased husband and a corrupt sheriff. In the end, she learns to free herself from the ghost's influence and helps another spirit find peace.

Two upper-class teenage friends, Lily and Amanda, reconnect and hatch a plan to murder Lily's stepfather, who they both despise. As they carry out their plan, they discover their own ruthlessness and lack of empathy. However, their twisted logic and manipulative ways ultimately lead to an unexpected turn of events.

In 1922, Roseanne McNulty is a young woman with an unfulfilled love and is committed to a psychiatric hospital in Ireland. Her diary, which spans over several decades, resurfaces and reveals the dark history of the hospital and the secrets it holds.

When an anthropologist is murdered, a psychologist teams up with an instinctive detective to uncover the truth. They delve into the world of research, prisons, and the African jungle, facing dangerous poachers and criminally insane individuals along the way.

The Ward is a psychological horror film set in a psychiatric ward. It follows a young female psychiatric patient who is being haunted by a supernatural serial murderer. As she tries to escape and uncover the truth, she must navigate the institutionalized world she is trapped in.

Frances Farmer, a high school student from Seattle, dreams of becoming an actress. However, her life takes a dark turn when her domineering mother has her committed to a psychiatric hospital. Frances faces wrongful conviction, electroconvulsive therapy, and a series of injustices as she struggles to regain control of her own life.

Frankie & Alice is a biographical drama film based on the true story of a dancer named Frankie who suffers from multiple personality disorder. Set in the year 1957 in Savannah, Georgia, the film explores racial issues and prejudice. Frankie's alter ego Alice is a go-go dancer and the film delves into her struggle to overcome her mental illness. The story touches on themes of racism, interracial relationships, and the challenges faced by a female psychiatric patient. The film also portrays Frankie's journey towards self-discovery and acceptance.

After waking from a coma, a woman discovers that she is being haunted by the ghost of a cult leader who died in a fire. As she tries to uncover the truth about what happened, she falls deeper into a world of terror and madness.

A female cyborg named Young-goon is admitted to a psychiatric hospital after attempting to steal a battery. As she undergoes treatment, she forms a bond with a fellow patient who believes he can steal people's skills. Together, they navigate the surreal world of the hospital and find healing amidst their own traumas.

An Angel at My Table is a biographical drama that follows the life of New Zealand writer Janet Frame. The film explores her struggle with mental illness, her time in an insane asylum, and her journey to become a respected author. It is based on her memoir and showcases the challenges she faced in her personal and professional life.

Tender Is the Night is a drama film set in the French Riviera. It explores themes of wealth, neurosis, and love. The story follows a composer who becomes involved with an actress and a female psychiatric patient. The characters navigate their relationships amidst the backdrop of luxurious mansions, beachside fireworks, and clandestine affairs. As the plot unfolds, secrets are revealed, leading to jealousy, divorce, and scandal. It ultimately delves into the complexities of human nature and the impact of wealth on personal relationships.

A war veteran's life takes an unexpected turn when he encounters a mysterious woman in a psychiatric hospital. As their paths intertwine, dark secrets are revealed and the boundaries of reality are blurred.

When a mentally ill young woman escapes from a psychiatric hospital, she begins a killing spree that terrorizes a small town. As the bodies pile up, the local sheriff becomes suspicious and sets out to stop her before she can claim any more victims.

Mental is a comedy-drama film set in Australia. It follows the story of a troubled woman who becomes a nanny for the five eccentric daughters of a dysfunctional family. Together, they embark on a journey of self-discovery and healing.

After a failed suicide attempt, Veronika wakes up in a mental institution where she meets a psychiatrist who challenges her perspective on life. As she navigates her new surroundings and forms relationships with fellow patients, Veronika begins to question her own sanity and the meaning of life. Through her interactions with the psychiatrist, Veronika discovers a newfound desire to live and embrace her individuality.

A mentally ill teenage girl struggles with her psychiatric illness while being treated at a hospital. She also escapes to an imaginary land where she confronts her fears and finds solace. Set in the 1950s, the film explores themes of family relationships, friendship, and the challenges faced by mentally ill individuals in society.