Movies and TvShows featuring "hidden-agenda" theme.
"Legend of Zang Hai" follows the son of Imperial Astronomer Kuai Duo. Consumed by vengeance, he spends a decade honing his skills. Assuming the name Zang Hai, he ventures into the capital to uncover the truth, avenge his family, and restore justice.
Teddy Daniels and Chuck Aule, two US marshals, are sent to investigate the disappearance of a patient at a remote island asylum. As they delve deeper into the case, Teddy uncovers a shocking truth about the asylum and himself.
The Penthouse (2020) follows the lives of wealthy families living in Hera Palace, a luxurious penthouse in Seoul. With a hidden agenda, a web of drama and mystery unfolds as these families navigate their tangled relationships, betrayals, revenge, and murder. Secrets are uncovered, and each character is pushed to their limits, leading to shocking and unexpected events.
Wu Xie and Wang Pangzi set off on an adventure to the snowy mountains to uncover the mystery behind Zhang Qiling's origins. Along the way, they face off against the clever Zhang siblings, Zhang Haixing and Zhang Haike, and get caught up in a conspiracy unlike anything they've ever encountered.
In the year 2063, humanity has colonized other planets and encountered a hostile alien species known as the Chigs. The show follows a group of young United States Marine Corps recruits who become part of the elite 58th Squadron. Together, they pilot advanced spacecraft, engage in air combat, and face the challenges of war in space. The story explores themes of friendship, racism, and the hidden agenda behind the war. It also delves into the relationships between the soldiers and the in-vitro fertilization-created humans known as InVitros. Through their experiences, they discover the true nature of the enemy and the depths of their own courage.
Starhunter is a sci-fi TV show set in the distant future. It follows a team of bounty hunters as they travel through outer space and encounter various threats. The plot revolves around their mission to capture criminals and uncover hidden agendas, while dealing with personal challenges and the search for a missing son. With a spaceship crew consisting of a team leader, spaceship engineer, and female security officer, they face dangers such as alien threats, genetic manipulation, and intergalactic missions.
In a dystopian society where corruption runs rampant, a charismatic judge uses his power to punish wrongdoers and bring justice to the oppressed.
In the 17th century, an Englishman named John Blackthorne arrives in Japan and finds himself caught up in the politics and power struggles of the time. As he navigates the treacherous world of feudal Japan, he must learn to adapt to the customs and traditions of the samurai and prove himself worthy of the trust of the warlord he serves.
Russell Hatch, an Interpol operative, finds himself in the role of a father figure to Jayden, the son of an informant who was tragically killed during a routine raid. As their bond grows, Russell discovers a darkness within himself that threatens to consume them both.
When American Andy pulls into a tiny Australian outback town to visit his father, he’s alarmed to discover that Hugo has vanished. He soon finds himself in increasing danger in a town full of secrets, where everyone is a suspect.
Kusakari Hotaru is married to Kusakari Goro, and she works as a pharmacist. She holds a secret that she is really a ninja and part of Koka Ninja’s family. Her husband holds a routine job as a postal delivery man, but he has a secret as well. He is also a ninja and part of Iga Ninja’s family. Even though Kusakari Hotaru and Kusakari Goro are a married couple, they are unaware their partner is a ninja.
In Traitors (2019), a young woman working for the civil service in post-war London is approached by the American CIA to work as a spy. As she becomes entangled in a web of espionage and hidden agendas, she must navigate the complex world of British politics and the remnants of a strained aristocratic family while trying to uncover the truth. Set against the backdrop of the Cold War, Traitors explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, and personal sacrifices.
A broker with a hidden agenda plots to steal a scientist's research, yet a mutual attraction develops between them.
University student Zo finally decides to pursue his longtime crush, Nita. To win her over, he seeks help from her ex, Joke, who has his own secret motives.
Invasion of Astro-Monster (1965) follows the story of astronauts who encounter an alien race known as the Xiliens. These aliens have an ulterior motive as they ask for Earth's help to fight against King Ghidorah, a three-headed creature terrorizing their planet. However, things take a turn as the humans discover the true intentions of the Xiliens and must find a way to save Earth from both the aliens and the monsters. Will they succeed in thwarting the invasion?
Liang Weiwei, a track and field student with superhuman strength and an idolater, accidentally entered a historical drama starring the idol Jing Qing. She becomes the disgraced empress who is set to die in the third episode. In order to get rid of this "setup", Liang Weiwei uses her knowledge as a drama fan and skilfully uses the plot mechanism to escape fate and start a fantasy bitter-sweet love story with the emperor played by Jing Qing.
Song Yao, a woman with the ability to make wealthy men fall for her, uses her power to expose scumbags. However, when she meets Ji Chengchuan, the heir to Chengtian Group, her charm fails. Unbeknownst to her, Ji Chengchuan is actually a con artist named Qin Hao. As they clash, secrets about Song Yao's past slowly unravel.
Iljimae is a historical drama set in ancient Korea during the Joseon Dynasty. The story follows a vigilante hero who fights for justice and seeks revenge for the murder of his father. Using his skills as a swordsman, he robs the corrupt noble families and redistributes the wealth to the poor. Along the way, he uncovers secrets, faces personal challenges, and finds love. Iljimae is based on a comic strip and combines action, adventure, romance, and drama.
A Japanese tabloid reporter tired of working simply as a celebrity scandals writer accepts a new challenge when he is assigned to make contact with a former Yakuza informant.
Parliamentary secretary Toru Washizu (Tsuyoshi Kusanagi) has devoted 20 years of his life to Kosuke Inukai, a member of parliament and cabinet minister. Toru works behind the scenes as Inukai's "shadow," deftly handling the petitions of Inukai's supporters and crushing any hint of scandal. Cool and collected, Toru rarely betrays emotion and would humble himself to anyone to get what Inukai needs. But then a shocking event changes everything. Toru's only son, Taiki, is gravely injured in an accident that leaves him close to death. Toru is stricken with worry and fear for his son, but Inukai orders him to conduct a cover-up. Feeling betrayed, Toru, who once would have done anything for Inukai, begins to question everything.