Movies and TvShows featuring "girl-pretending-to-be-a-boy" theme.

In the retirement community of Sunset Hills, a group of diverse residents navigate the ups and downs of life, love, and growing old. As they face their own mortality and the challenges of aging, they find solace and support in their friendships with each other. From exploring new love interests to dealing with health issues, this group of unlikely friends discovers that life's end can also be a new beginning.

In the 8th century, a baby is saved from a shipwreck and raised by Vikings. When he grows up, he embarks on a dangerous journey to rescue a kidnapped princess and reclaim his rightful place on the throne.

My Life as a Dog follows the life of a young boy named Ingemar, who faces various challenges and comes to terms with his troubled life in a small town in Sweden during the 1950s. Through his vivid imagination and unique perspective, he navigates loneliness, loss, and the complexities of growing up. This heartwarming and poignant film explores themes of childhood, family, and the power of resilience.

Abbott and Costello, two World War II veterans, return home and try to adjust to civilian life. With the help of a con man and a girl disguised as a boy, they get involved in a series of comedic misadventures, including a midget car race and a burlesque routine.

In post-World War II France, a young boy named Sebastian and his loyal dog embark on a journey to save his missing mentor. Together, they must navigate the treacherous mountains, encounter unexpected dangers, and uncover a family secret. With the help of a strong female character, they learn the importance of courage, friendship, and overcoming adversity.

During the Taliban rule in Afghanistan, a young girl disguises herself as a boy named Osama in order to find work and support her family, who are struggling to survive. She faces various challenges and dangers as she navigates the harsh realities of life under the Taliban regime.

In the year 1863, a teenage girl named Calamity disguises herself as a boy and sets off on a journey in the American West. Along the way, she encounters horseback riding, a dog, chases, a cliff, a river, and a campfire. She also crosses paths with a gold prospector and becomes involved in a gold mining operation. Despite facing various challenges, Calamity remains determined to fulfill a deathbed promise and follows a map that leads her on a thrilling and life-changing adventure.

In the year 1595, two brothers seek redemption for their sins in a rural village sauna. However, the haunting past and mysterious occurrences test their resolve and threaten their lives.

Qissa is a story of a Sikh girl who is raised as a boy by her father during the violent partition of India in 1947. The film explores themes of gender identity, family relationships, and the consequences of repressing one's true self. It delves into the pain and struggles faced by the protagonist as she navigates through the societal expectations and her own desires.

Before Snowfall tells the story of Siyar, a young Kurdish man who is determined to deliver his sister safely to Europe. The journey, however, is filled with danger and challenges as they face language barriers, smugglers, and a tragic ending that will change their lives forever.

Zaid, 15, lives near Kabul with his mother and sister. Between school, his friends and his hobbies, he seems to be flourishing in a city in ruins after the war. But when his mother tells him it’s time to get married, his ambitions crumble and the heavy secret of his freedom must come to an end.