Movies and TvShows featuring "gender-role-reversal" theme.
Gird your loins for the tragic tale of Lady Jane Grey, the young Tudor noblewoman who was Queen of England for nine days and then beheaded, back in good ol’ 1553. Actually... f*ck that. We’re retelling history the way it should have happened: the damsel in distress saves herself. This is an epic tale of true love and high adventure set in an alt-universe of action, history, fantasy, comedy, romance, and rompy-pompy. Buckle up.
Determined to find out who killed his father, he will discover family secrets that will change his destiny forever.
Cinderella (2021) is a modern retelling of the classic fairy tale. It follows the story of Cinderella, a strong and independent young woman who dreams of a better life. With the help of her male fairy godmother, she attends a royal ball and captures the heart of the prince. However, she must overcome the obstacles and challenges thrown her way, including her wicked stepmother and stepsisters, in order to live happily ever after.
Ning Yi, a determined woman from a cold background, grows through poetry, business, and martial arts, taking on increasing responsibilities and, with the help of her friends and family, using courage and wisdom to protect Lin An.
Furniture firm CEO Lu Fangning is approaching 30 – and, under pressure from her family, agrees to marry. She fixes her sights on the handsome surgeon Ling Rui and convinces him to tie the knot with her. But she soon finds that married life isn’t quite what she had hoped for. Cracks begin to appear in the already-frail relationship. But as she starts to mull divorce, Fangning suddenly finds herself falling for Ling Rui. Is it too late for love? Or can romance help them save their marriage?
When a young figure skater is paired with a talented yet arrogant hockey player to compete in pairs ice skating, they must overcome their differences and personal challenges to chase their dreams.
In 16th-century Venice, a merchant borrows money from a moneylender and agrees to a gruesome penalty if he fails to repay. Meanwhile, a suitor competes for the hand of a wealthy woman, leading to a complex web of prejudice, intolerance, and love.
A woman travels to Paris for a conference but becomes fixated on a man she believes is responsible for her sister's disappearance. As she delves deeper into her obsession, she uncovers dark secrets and questions her own sanity.
During the reign of the shogun, Iemitsu, an epidemic causes the population of men to greatly drop, leading to an ooku where the role of men and women are reversed. Thus, “the women become the shogun, served by 3000 handsome men”
When an overly serious scholar attends a Jane Austen annual conference, she strikes a deal with the man playing Mr. Darcy and finds her perspective, and her heart, changed.
Between Your Legs is a provocative drama that explores the dark side of desire. The film follows the story of a successful writer-producer who gets caught up in a web of murder, adultery, and sexual obsession. Set in Madrid, Spain, the movie takes the audience on a thrilling journey through the unraveling of secrets and the complexities of relationships. As the plot unfolds, a police detective becomes determined to uncover the truth, leading to unexpected twists and turns.
Su Muli, the feared and unpredictable lord of Fengcheng City, hides a secret dual personality. Duan Yunyi, a renowned assassin, infiltrates her palace under the guise of marriage to eliminate her, only to uncover the truth behind her split nature, setting the stage for a clash of hidden motives and unexpected alliances.
Salem Falls is a crime drama movie set in a small town where a man with a dark secret faces a false accusation of rape. As the story unfolds, the town's societal hypocrisy and the power of rumors are explored.
Goodbye Charlie is a comedy fantasy movie about a man named Charlie who is murdered by his lover's jealous husband and is reincarnated as a woman named Eve. As Eve, Charlie must navigate the challenges of being a woman while also seeking revenge on his killer. Along the way, he/she encounters various humorous situations and unexpected twists.
Dating the Enemy follows two very different people whose relationship is on the rocks. When they wake up one morning to find they have switched bodies, each is forced to adapt to the other's life for a day. Through this experience, they come to understand and appreciate each other more.
Anne Providence, a female pirate captain, navigates the treacherous waters of the Caribbean in the 18th century. She faces challenges such as betrayal, attempted mutiny, and the constant battle against gender stereotypes. Anne finds love, forms unexpected alliances, and fights for her crew's freedom and her own destiny.
Thirty years in the future (when women are primary income-earners and men are stay-at-home housekeepers) Miss Hap is elected Fire Chief and leads her crew of firefighters to rescue a couple trapped in a burning building.
Seven Sweethearts is a charming musical romance about a widower and his seven daughters who find love and happiness in a small town. The film follows the journey of the youngest daughter, who falls in love with a reporter from New York City. As they navigate the challenges of small-town life, family relationships, and a festival, they discover the power of love and the importance of never giving up on your dreams.
In 'Man Wanted,' a magazine editor named Lois is unhappy with her job and decides to become a saleswoman for a sporting goods company. She faces challenges in a male-dominated industry and deals with a dysfunctional marriage. Along the way, she finds herself caught in a romantic rivalry and must navigate personal and professional secrets. Will she find love and success?
Newlywed Janie's (Joan Leslie) World War II-veteran husband (Robert Hutton) goes to work at her father's (Edward Arnold) newspaper.