Movies and TvShows featuring "heir-to-the-throne" theme.
Star Butterfly, a teenage princess from the magical kingdom of Mewni, is sent to Earth as a foreign exchange student. She becomes friends with a boy named Marco Diaz and together they battle various villains and protect the multiverse from evil forces.
A series that follows different women and their stories during the Qing Dynasty
The story of Sima Yi, a great politician and strategist who lived during the Three Kingdoms era. By his side, Sima Yi has his politically-astute distaff members of his household, and pitted against them are the formidable Cao Cao and his heirs. After defending the Kingdom of Wei from Kongming formidable talents, who will end up with the ultimate power?
The Rise of Phoenixes is a Chinese historical drama set in ancient China. It revolves around the power struggles, political intrigue, and romance within the royal palace. The story follows Ning Yi, a martial artist who becomes entangled in a web of deceit and must navigate through the complicated world of politics and court intrigue. As Ning Yi seeks justice for the disappearance of his mother, he discovers dark secrets and faces betrayal from unexpected sources. Along the way, he forms a complicated relationship with Feng Zhiwei, a woman who dresses as a man to survive in the male-dominated world. Together, they embark on a journey filled with danger, scheming, and a battle for the throne.
Reluctantly designated as the heir to the land of Far, Far Away, Shrek hatches a plan to install the rebellious Artie as the new king while Princess Fiona tries to fend off a coup d'état by the jilted Prince Charming. Shrek and his friends set out to retrieve Artie, who is initially reluctant but eventually agrees to take on the role of king. Along the way, they encounter various obstacles and villains, finally culminating in a showdown with Charming. With the help of Artie's speech, the villains agree to change their ways, and Artie is crowned king. Shrek and Fiona return to their swamp, where they become parents to ogre triplets with the support of their friends.
Scarlet Heart (2011) is a story about a modern-day woman who travels back in time to the Qing Dynasty. She finds herself trapped in the body of a young girl and becomes entangled in a web of political ambition, manipulation, and forbidden love. As she navigates the dangerous waters of the royal court, she must choose between the crown prince and his charismatic brother, all while trying to find a way back home.
The story of Mi Yue (Queen Dowager Xuan), the first stateswoman in the history of China. Mi Yue was a young princess who lived in the Kingdom of Chu during the Warring States period. She was sent to Qin as a concubine and part of her sister Mi Shu's dowry, separating her from first love Huang Xie. King Ying Si passes away while his sons are still battling for the throne, and ultimately, Ying Dang comes out as the successor. Mi Yue is banished to Yan with her son Ying Ji. However, Ying Dang suddenly dies, leaving Qin in a state of chaos. Mi Yue enlists the help of the "barbarian" Yiqu army, successfully returning to Qin, suppressing political revolts and instates her son Ying Ji on the throne. Mi Yue goes on to become the first Empress Dowager (Empress Mother) in China’s history.
Ekaterina is a TV show that depicts the life of Catherine the Great, the Russian empress. It explores her rise to power, the challenges she faced as a female ruler, her loveless marriage, and the palace intrigue that surrounded her. Set in 18th century Russia, the series showcases the golden age of the Russian empire and the various historical events and political maneuvers that shaped Catherine's reign.
Empresses in the Palace is a captivating TV show that takes place in the royal palaces of 18th-century China. It follows the intense rivalry, power struggles, and love triangles among strong-willed women vying for the emperor's favor. As the heir to the throne faces multiple challenges, including poison threats, pregnancy complications, and manipulative schemes, the intricate hierarchy and court intrigue unfold in this historical drama. Based on an internet novel, Empresses in the Palace showcases the forbidden city and provides a glimpse into Chinese history.
A love story revolves around the 9th Princess of Western Liang as she journeys to the Central Plains to fulfill a marriage alliance with the Crown Prince. Having received overwhelming love and admiration as the 9th Princess, Xiao Feng is forced to leave the life that she has known in order to become the Crown Princess. Her husband, the black-bellied Crown Prince, holds the highest position second only to one, the Emperor. However, the Eastern Palace is the most dangerous place to be. For political reasons, the Prince has no choice but to marry the Princess from a foreign land. He has his own favored concubine while she has her own life. Two parallel lines begin to intersect in a place fraught with danger and deadly power play and buried somewhere deep inside are memories that have yet to resurface.
Mo Liancheng, the 8th prince of Dongyue, is forced to marry Qu Taner, who loves his elder brother, Mo Yihuai. After a failed suicide attempt, Qu Taner wakes up with another soul inside her, causing her personality to shift. As Mo Liancheng grows suspicious, he falls for Xiao Tan, the modern soul, while she tries to return to her world.
Based on events in 7th and 8th-century Tang dynasty and starring producer Fan Bingbing as the titular character Wu Zetian, The Empress of China is the story of the only woman in Chinese history to rule as an emperor.
Ma Fuya is a princess of the Chu state in 10th-century imperial China during the Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms period. In this time of warring kingdoms and political upheaval, Fuya's uncle usurps the throne and brutally kills her father. Ma Fuya is left an orphan, and she escapes with the help of a eunuch. She also falls in love with Meng Qiyou, the Prince of Later Shu. He instead uses her as a political tool, and he brings her back into his kingdom. Many of his brothers are attracted to her, such as Meng Qixing and Meng Qiyun. Due to her resemblance as Meng Qiyun's mother, the Emperor also falls in love with her. Ma Fuya is forced to marry the Emperor, but the procession is interrupted by Liu Liancheng.
Mia Thermopolis, an unpopular high school student, learns she is the princess of Genovia. With the help of her grandmother and friends, she must decide whether to accept her royal duties while dealing with love, friendship, and media attention.
Based on a famous tale of Korean folklore story about a princess of Nak Rang of Nangnang Kingdom and Prince Hodong of the Goguryeo Kingdom.
An African prince, tired of his pampered life, travels to Queens, New York to find a wife whom he respects for her intelligence and strong will. He goes undercover and falls in love with a woman he meets in a fast food restaurant. Despite facing challenges and revealing his identity, they ultimately end up together.
This drama portrays the life of the 19th king of Goguryeo, Hwanwoong, who was sent from the heavens to make the world a better place. He falls in love with Saeoh and gives her the joojak necklace; however, Kajin becomes jealous since Saeoh has given birth to Hwanwoong's son. She takes the baby and throws him off a cliff. Saeoh, thinking that her son had died, is overcome with grief and turns into the black joojak to destroy the world. Hwanwoong is the only one who could stop her. Afterwards, Hwanwoong returns to the Heavens and prophecizes that 2000 years later, the true Joo Shin king will come to Earth. With the help of the four gods, he will rebuild Joo Shin.
Wang So is the Prince of Goryeo who has a cursed fate. He had to get married with the Last Princess of Balhae, Shin Yool. She was born with the fate of becoming the light for another country. But because of this fate, she has to face death. Through their marriage life, Wang So and Shin Yool begin to grow closer and love each other.
Feng Qingchen, a sorceress of Mingyi Tower, is drawn into a power struggle within the royal family of Western Wei. As tensions rise and rivalries threaten the kingdom, she must use her abilities to restore peace and unity. Amid betrayal and court opposition, Qingchen faces the ultimate test of loyalty, love, and courage.
In the mystical land of China, four young pandas are chosen to become the next generation of kung fu warriors. They must learn to harness their unique powers and work together to defeat evil and protect the balance of peace in the world. Along the way, they encounter various challenges, face their fears, and discover the true meaning of friendship and bravery.