Movies and TvShows featuring "mississippi-river" theme.

In Jackson, Mississippi during the civil rights movement, aspiring author Skeeter Phelan decides to write a book about the lives of the African American maids who work for white families. As she delves into their stories, she exposes the hardships they face on a daily basis due to racial segregation and discrimination.

The Adventures of Tom Sawyer follows the escapades of a young boy in a fictional town along the Mississippi River. Tom, along with his friend Huckleberry Finn, embarks on various adventures filled with action, comedy, and drama. The story explores themes of friendship, freedom, and the challenges of growing up in the 19th century.

Riverboat is a 44-episode western television series starring Darren McGavin and Burt Reynolds broadcast on the NBC television network from September 13, 1959 until January 2, 1961. It was produced by Revue Studios.

Follow the escapades of Huckleberry Finn and his friends as they navigate the Mississippi River, encounter colorful characters, and confront the issues of racism and slavery in 19th century America.

In 1932, a man wrongfully convicted of murder forms a strong friendship with a fellow inmate while navigating the cruel and unjust world of prison. Together, they face racial injustice, escape attempts, and the harsh realities of life behind bars.

In the city of New Orleans, a new drug called Power emerges that gives its users superhuman abilities for five minutes. A former soldier, a teenage girl, and a cop must team up to take down the group behind the drug and uncover its origin. As they dig deeper, they discover the pill's dark secret and the dangerous consequences it brings.

In Canton, Mississippi, a fearless young lawyer and his assistant defend a black man accused of murdering two white men who raped his ten-year-old daughter, inciting violent retribution and revenge from the Ku Klux Klan. The trial becomes a national media sensation, with the lawyer's family facing death threats and arson. As tensions rise and the trial progresses, the lawyer must navigate racial tension and deep-seated racism to fight for justice. In the end, he delivers a powerful closing argument that challenges the jury's prejudices and sparks hope for a fair outcome.

The Mississippi was a television series which ran for 2 seasons from 1982 to 1984. The series consisted of 27 episodes, 1 pilot, 6 first season episodes and 17 episodes in the second season. The series was written by Aubrey Solomon and starred Ralph Waite, Linda Miller and Stan Shaw. Ralph Waite played Ben Walker, a successful criminal attorney who after retiring his law practice, sought a more simple life on the mighty Mississippi river as a simple stern-wheel river boat captain. But at every port he would stop at he'd find someone who needed a good attorney and he would end up defending them. His "crew" consisted of Stella McMullen and Lafe Tate, both of whom was more interested in helping people, fighting crime and becoming attorneys than running the tug. Filming occurred in several cities along the Mississippi River including Natchez, Mississippi, and Memphis, Tennessee.

Quarry is a TV show about a Vietnam War veteran returning home to Memphis, Tennessee in the 1970s. He becomes a hitman after being disowned by his family and facing financial troubles. The show explores his journey into the criminal underworld and his struggle with his past traumas.

In this biographical drama, a 73-year-old man travels from Iowa to Wisconsin on a lawnmower to visit his estranged brother who is gravely ill. Along the way, he encounters various challenges and learns valuable lessons about forgiveness and determination.

Bret Maverick, a wisecracking gambler, needs money for a poker tournament. He faces various comic mishaps and challenges, including a charming woman thief. Maverick rides into the town of Crystal River to collect money owed to him. Along the way, he encounters an antagonist named Angel, a con-artist called Mrs Annabelle Bransford, and legendary lawman Marshal Zane Cooper. They all end up in a scheme to swindle a Russian Grand Duke. Maverick eventually reaches the poker game and faces his rivals. After winning, he uncovers a conspiracy, steals the prize money, and discovers that Cooper is his father. Maverick then robs Bransford and plans to get the rest of the money back from her.

Ulysses Everett McGill, Delmar, and Pete escape from a chain gang in Mississippi during the Great Depression. They search for hidden treasure while being chased by Sheriff Cooley. Along the way, they encounter various obstacles, including a bank robbery, seductive sirens, a Bible salesman, and a Ku Klux Klan rally. They ultimately find redemption and reunite with their families.

Based on the novel of the same name, 'The Sound and the Fury' explores the intertwined lives of the Compson family, focusing on their struggles, relationships, and the impact of mental disability and racism. Set in the southern USA, the story spans the 20th century and delves into themes of incestuous desire, suicide, and the tragic nature of human existence.

An eccentric Southern professor and his crew of criminals disguise themselves as a musical ensemble to steal from a casino, all while their strict landlady remains oblivious. As they dig a tunnel from her basement to the casino, they play orchestral music to mask the sound. Amid comical mishaps, they manage to break into the vault and steal the loot. However, when their landlady discovers their crime, they are faced with a difficult choice. As tensions rise and members of the group are killed off, their heist takes a darkly humorous turn of events.

In this live-action adaptation of the classic fairy tale, a young mermaid named Ariel falls in love with a human prince and makes a deal with a sea witch to become human. As she tries to navigate life on land, she must overcome obstacles and discover the true meaning of love and identity. Will Ariel's love for the prince conquer all obstacles and lead to a happy ending?

Two F.B.I. Agents with different styles investigate the disappearance of civil rights activists in 1960s Mississippi. As they dig deeper, they uncover a web of racism, violence, and corruption.

Set in the Mississippi Delta during the Jim Crow era, Mudbound tells the story of two World War II veterans who return home to work on a farm. The film explores themes of racism, family, and the lasting effects of war. As tensions rise, the characters navigate the complexities of their relationships, ultimately leading to tragic consequences.

Cat on a Hot Tin Roof (1958) tells the story of a Southern family gathering to celebrate the birthday of patriarch Big Daddy Pollitt. As they come together, the family members confront their own personal demons and struggles, such as a failing marriage, alcoholism, and the fear of dying. The tension rises as secrets are revealed and the family tries to maintain appearances in the face of their own inner conflicts.

A writer going through a divorce is accused of stealing a story by a mysterious stranger. As the stranger becomes more violent, the writer must prove his innocence. However, he soon realizes that the stranger is not real, but a manifestation of his own dark side. The writer ultimately gives in to his dark persona, committing murder and burying the bodies in a cornfield.

Two young boys encounter a fugitive named Mud who killed a man that harmed his girlfriend. They help Mud evade the vigilantes and reunite him with his girlfriend in exchange for his pistol. Along the way, they face personal troubles and heartbreak. Mud is eventually shot but survives, and he and one of the boys escape on a boat down the Mississippi River.