Movies and TvShows featuring "miscarriage-of-justice" theme.
Jennifer Hills is still tormented by the brutal sexual assault she endured years ago. She joins a support group where she shares her traumatic experiences and seeks justice for herself and others. When she discovers that her rapists are walking free, she decides to take matters into her own hands and seek revenge.
La Doña is a drama TV show set in Mexico, following the story of a powerful and vindictive businesswoman who seeks revenge and justice in a corrupt society. The show explores themes of manipulation, deception, violence, and desire, with elements of romance and soap opera.
In 'Lock Up,' a man named Frank is framed for a crime he didn't commit and is sent to a high-security prison. Inside the prison, he faces psychological torture, cruelty, and abuse of power from the sadistic prison guards. Frank forms friendships and alliances with other prisoners, but he also discovers corruption within the system. Determined to seek justice and revenge, Frank plans an escape while navigating the dangerous and violent world of the prison.
A married couple's life is turned upside down when the wife is accused of a murder. After three years, the husband, John, plans to break her out of jail and flee the country. He researches prison life and escape methods, meets with an ex-con for advice, and starts making preparations. John buys fake IDs and a gun, while also forging medical documents to prove Lara's innocence. He robs a drug dealer to get money and sets their house on fire to fake their deaths. With a plan in motion, John breaks Lara out of the hospital, and they go on the run with their son Luke, eventually escaping to Venezuela.
Thirteen-year-old fledgling writer Briony Tallis accuses her older sister's lover, Robbie Turner, of a crime he didn't commit, leading to a chain of events that affects the lives of everyone involved. Years later, as she faces the end of her own life, Briony attempts to atone for her past mistakes.
Dr. Richard Kimble is accused of his wife's murder and must find the true culprit while being pursued by a determined U.S. Marshal.
When They See Us is a gripping TV show that tells the true story of five African-American teenagers who were wrongfully convicted of a brutal rape in New York City in the late 1980s. It highlights the systemic racism and injustice within the American criminal justice system, as well as the devastating consequences faced by the wrongfully accused and their families. The series follows their personal journeys, the trial, and the aftermath of their wrongful conviction.
Rectify follows the life of Daniel Holden, who is released from prison after serving 19 years on death row for the rape and murder of his girlfriend. As he tries to adjust to the outside world, he faces challenges from his family, the small town community, and his own damaged psyche. The series explores themes of justice, redemption, and the impact of wrongful convictions.
Joan of Arc is a young girl who believes she is chosen by God to lead the French army to victory against the English during the Hundred Years' War. She faces trials, battles, and the ultimate sacrifice for her faith and her country.
Presumed Innocent is a crime, mystery, thriller movie released in 1990. The story revolves around a high-profile lawyer named Rusty Sabich who finds himself accused of the brutal murder of one of his colleagues, Carolyn Polhemus. As the investigation unfolds, evidence points towards Rusty as the prime suspect, leading him to frantically work to clear his name and uncover the truth behind the murder. In a race against time, Rusty must navigate through a web of deceit, betrayal, and personal demons to find out who really killed Carolyn and why.
In a polluted and lawless future, Judge Dredd, a revered law enforcement officer, is falsely accused of a crime. He must face his own murderous clone while trying to prove his innocence.
Pinocchio, a wooden puppet, sets out on a fantastical journey to become a real boy. Along the way, he encounters various characters and encounters hardships that test his character.
In Hang 'em High, a former lawman named Jed Cooper is mistakenly identified as a cattle rustler and is hanged by a vigilante mob. He survives the hanging and seeks revenge on the men who falsely accused him. With the help of a marshal, Cooper goes on a mission to bring the men to justice and restore his own name.
Dr. Victor Frankenstein, a brilliant scientist, experiments with reanimating dead tissue and creates a hideous creature. As the creature struggles to find its place in society, it seeks revenge against its creator.
Christine Collins takes on the LAPD to find her missing child, battling corruption and the wrongful conviction of an impostor.
A lesbian teacher at a girls' boarding school is falsely accused of having an affair with her friend and colleague, leading to tragic consequences.
'Contessa' is the story of Bea who, after being accused and imprisoned for a crime she did not commit, is determined to seek revenge on those who took everything and everyone she loved away from her. She will claim a new identity as Contessa, and will make sure she gets the redemption and justice she deserves.
In 'You Only Live Once,' a man, falsely accused of a crime, is sentenced to die in the electric chair. On the day of his execution, he escapes and goes on the run with the help of his wife. As they try to flee from the law, they face prejudice, injustice, and tragedy. The couple fights to prove their innocence and find a way to start a new life together.
In 'Who's That Girl', a lawyer is falsely accused of murder, and a female ex-convict gets involved in a series of reckless events to prove his innocence. Their journey takes them through a hilarious adventure in New York City, involving a mountain lion, a semiautomatic pistol, a safe deposit box key, and many more unexpected twists.
Wrongfully Accused is a spoof comedy film about a violinist who becomes the prime suspect in the murder of his benefactor. He must go on the run and evade capture while trying to uncover the truth and clear his name. Along the way, he encounters various absurd situations and hilarious misunderstandings.