Movies and TvShows featuring "has-been" theme.

A fading celebrity decides to use a black market drug, a cell-replicating substance that temporarily creates a younger, better version of herself.

A teenager named Tripp joins the rock band Iron Weasel and navigates his way through the world of music, friendship, and intergenerational relationships. Along with the eccentric members of the band and their single mother manager, they go on various adventures while trying to make a name for themselves in the music industry.

A screenwriter down on his luck forms a complicated bond with a former silent film star who is desperate to revive her career. As he becomes entangled in her delusions and obsession, their relationship takes a dark and tragic turn.

Lawman is a 1971 Western film directed by Michael Winner and starring Burt Lancaster, Robert Ryan, and Lee J. Cobb. It follows a lawman who arrives in a small town to bring justice to a corrupt sheriff and his gang. Along the way, he confronts his past and faces personal challenges.

In Last Looks (2021), a former LAPD detective with memory loss is haunted by the murder of a woman he was meant to protect. As he tries to piece together the fragments of his memory, he uncovers a web of unfinished business and becomes the prime suspect in the case. With threats coming from all sides, he must solve the mystery before it's too late.

A fading rock star, who is struggling with alcohol abuse and a failing career, discovers a talented young singer and falls in love with her. As their relationship blossoms, they face the challenges of fame, addiction, and personal demons that threaten to tear them apart.

The Surreal Life is a hilarious comedy reality TV show that brings together a group of celebrity has-beens and puts them all under one roof. From skinny-dipping to wild parties, this show offers a glimpse into the lives of washed-up stars as they try to navigate their way back to the spotlight. With a mix of comedians, teen idols, rock stars, and more, The Surreal Life is a wild and entertaining ride that you won't want to miss.

Spinal Tap, an aging rock band from England, embarks on a North American tour that is documented by film director Marty DiBergi. As they promote their new record and face various mishaps and setbacks, the band's popularity begins to decline. Internal conflicts and hilarious incidents ensue, but they ultimately find redemption when they discover that their song has become a hit in Japan.

A washed-up star named Jack Andrus, who suffered a mental breakdown several years ago, is given a chance to revive his career when he is offered a role in a new film being shot in Rome. However, upon arriving in Rome, he is faced with various challenges including his unfaithful ex-wife, a mentor-protege relationship, and his own personal demons of alcoholism and infidelity. Jack must confront his past mistakes and find redemption, all while navigating the glamorous and treacherous world of filmmaking.

A former pop star, Alex Fletcher, is asked to write a song for a young megastar. He enlists the help of Sophie Fisher, a woman with a talent for writing lyrics. As they work together, they grow closer and discover that they make a great team. Along the way, they face challenges and confront their pasts, but ultimately find success in both music and romance.

The Producers is a dark comedy about a down-on-his-luck Broadway producer who schemes to make a fortune by intentionally producing a sure-fire flop. He recruits a neurotic accountant to help him with the scam, and together they find the worst script, worst director, and worst actors to ensure failure. However, their plan hilariously backfires when the intentionally terrible musical becomes a surprising hit.

A small-town girl moves to Los Angeles to pursue her dreams of becoming a star. She meets and falls in love with a famous but troubled actor who helps her break into show business. However, their relationship takes a tragic turn as his alcoholism and personal demons threaten to destroy their lives and careers.

In the world of bullfighting in Madrid, a talented and ambitious bullfighter rises to fame but falls into a self-destructive spiral of dissipation and disillusionment. As he navigates through the challenges of his career, he must confront his inner demons and face the consequences of his choices.

After his father's death, a retired rock star named Cheyenne embarks on a journey to find a Nazi war criminal who tormented his father during World War II. Along the way, he encounters various eccentric characters and confronts his own demons.

My Name Is Bruce is a comedy horror movie about a washed-up actor named Bruce Campbell who is mistaken for his character, Ash Williams from the Evil Dead series. He is brought to a small town to fight an ancient Chinese demon that is terrorizing the locals. Despite being a bumbling has-been, Bruce must embrace his role and save the day.

BH90210 (2019) follows the lives of the original cast of the popular '90s teen drama, Beverly Hills, 90210, as they navigate the challenges of reuniting to create a reboot of their show. The series explores their personal and professional lives, old and new relationships, and the struggles they face in the highly competitive world of the television industry.

Dickie Roberts, a former child star, is now struggling to find work as an adult. In an attempt to revive his career, he hires a family to act as his own and tries to relive his lost childhood. Along the way, he learns valuable lessons about fame, family, and personal growth.

Tired of his demoralizing life, a washed-up boxer in California tries to make a comeback, while battling with alcoholism and personal demons.

The Comedian follows the story of a former television star who is now a stand-up comedian struggling with his fading career. He faces various challenges including dealing with hecklers, courtroom drama, and navigating complicated relationships, all while trying to find his place in the comedy world.

After a career downturn, a former movie star finds herself struggling to make ends meet. She contemplates suicide but eventually finds redemption through her relationships with her family and her return to the film industry.