Movies and TvShows featuring "man-rescuing-a-drowning-man" theme.

Terence McDonagh is a corrupt police lieutenant in New Orleans who is addicted to drugs and gambling. He gets involved in a murder investigation and goes on a downward spiral, leading him to make dangerous decisions and face the consequences of his actions.

The Adventurer is a comedy adventure film released in 1917. The plot revolves around a tramp who rescues a drowning woman and subsequently gets entangled in a series of comedic mishaps and adventures. The film features elements of mistaken identity, escape from authorities, and a romantic subplot. Throughout the movie, the tramp finds himself in various hilarious situations, including hiding in a cupboard, evading gunfire, and attending a chaotic house party. The Adventurer showcases the tramp's resourcefulness and wit as he navigates through a series of comedic challenges.