Movies and TvShows featuring "medical-research" theme.

An experimental drug designed to repair brain damage gives a chimpanzee advanced intelligence. When the chimp starts an uprising, a scientist must decide where his loyalties lie.

In this sequel to 'Rise of the Planet of the Apes', a decade after the ALZ-113 virus outbreak, humans are dying off while apes thrive. Caesar, the chimp leader, must confront mistrust and betrayal as both tribes vie for control. The fate of the Earth hangs in the balance.

In a future world devastated by disease, a convict is sent back in time to gather information about the man-made virus that wiped out most of the human population on the planet. The story is set in the indeterminate future. A virus, deliberately released in 1996 in multiple locations around the world, has killed off nearly all of the Earth's population, at least five billion people...

Years after a plague kills most of humanity and transforms the rest into monsters, the sole survivor in New York City, Robert Neville, struggles valiantly to find a cure. Driven by his grief and determination, Neville experiments with various vaccines in his laboratory, hoping to create a cure for the virus. Along the way, he faces the daily struggles of living in a post-apocalyptic world, battling monsters, and dealing with the loneliness of his isolation. As he fights to survive, Neville's past and the tragedy that led to his current situation constantly haunt him. When he encounters a group of immune survivors, including a woman named Anna and her son Ethan, Neville must decide whether to embrace hope and join them in their journey to find a safe haven or continue on his solitary quest to find a cure. In the end, Neville sacrifices himself to save Anna, Ethan, and the remaining survivors, leaving behind a legend of hope and resilience.

Chicago Hope follows the lives and careers of the doctors and staff at a fictional private hospital in Chicago. The show explores various medical cases and personal dramas, highlighting the challenges and triumphs of working in the healthcare field.

Masters of Sex delves into the intriguing world of sex research as Dr. William Masters and Virginia Johnson revolutionize our understanding of human sexuality. Amidst personal struggles and societal obstacles, they navigate the complexities of desire, infidelity, and the evolving sexual revolution.

Sanctuary follows the adventures of Dr. Helen Magnus, a brilliant scientist who leads a team of specialists in protecting and studying abnormal and mutant creatures. Together, they investigate paranormal phenomena and provide sanctuary to those in need. As they navigate dangerous situations and uncover hidden truths, they must also deal with personal challenges and the conflicts within their own team.

In the movie 'Outbreak' (1995), a deadly virus called Motaba is discovered in the African jungle and resurfaces in a California town. Army doctors race against time to find a cure and prevent a widespread outbreak.

Set in the 1930s-1960s, "Something the Lord Made" follows the story of Dr. Vivien Thomas, an African-American lab technician who worked alongside Dr. Alfred Blalock at Johns Hopkins University. Together, they develop groundbreaking surgical techniques that revolutionize the field of cardiac surgery. The movie explores their struggles against racial prejudice and their friendship as they overcome societal barriers to save countless lives.

In 'Junior,' a male scientist participates in an experimental drug trial that causes him to become pregnant. This high-concept comedy explores the challenges and hilarity that ensue as he navigates pregnancy and fatherhood.

Charité is a gripping historical drama set in the renowned hospital in Berlin, Germany during the early 20th century. It delves into the lives of doctors, nurses, and medical students, highlighting the challenges they face in the rapidly evolving field of medicine. The backdrop of World War Two adds another layer of tension and drama to the story.

In Dark Victory, the wealthy and socialite Judith Traherne discovers she has a brain tumor. Despite the tragic diagnosis, she learns to find happiness while facing her impending death, supported by her friends and a talented doctor. This melodrama explores themes of love, friendship, courage, and the fragility of life.

In Dead Mine, a group of treasure hunters venture into an abandoned World War II Japanese bunker in the Indonesian jungle. As they explore the bunker, they uncover a horrifying secret: the bunker was a unit of the feared Unit 731, conducting gruesome experiments on prisoners of war. They soon find themselves fighting for their lives against a deadly bioweapon, as they try to escape the haunted underground.

In the Amazon rainforest, a scientist discovers a possible cure for cancer. However, he must navigate cultural clashes and environmental issues as he conducts his research. Along the way, he falls in love and learns important lessons about respect and cooperation.

Re-Animator is a horror comedy film about a medical student who discovers a serum that can bring dead bodies back to life. He decides to test his creation on the bodies in the university morgue, resulting in an army of violent and uncontrollable zombies. Chaos ensues as the zombies wreak havoc on the campus, leaving the protagonist to try and put an end to the madness.

A broker with a hidden agenda plots to steal a scientist's research, yet a mutual attraction develops between them.

In 1951, Henrietta Lacks, a poor African-American woman, died of cervical cancer. Unknown to her or her family, her cancer cells - known as HeLa cells - were taken without her consent and became the first immortal human cell line. The film follows journalist Rebecca Skloot as she delves into the story of Henrietta Lacks, her family's experiences, and the impact of her cells on medical research.

After his daughter's death, a traumatized private investigator in a small town becomes paranoid and starts investigating a conspiracy involving implanted computer chips.

In 2010, a doctor in France discovers that a popular diet pill called Mediator has severe health risks. She fights against the pharmaceutical company and the medical system to expose the truth and protect public health.

In 'Extreme Measures,' a doctor in New York City stumbles upon a secret laboratory where he finds evidence of deliberate cruelty and unethical medical research. As he investigates further, he becomes entangled in a web of deceit and must fight against powerful forces to expose the truth.