Movies and TvShows featuring "monastery" theme.

Vikings follows the adventures of legendary Norse hero Ragnar Lothbrok and his Viking brethren as they raid, battle, and explore new lands. The show explores themes of war, mythological characters, betrayal, and the struggles of Viking life. It also delves into the complex relationships between brothers, husbands and wives, and fathers and sons. With its gripping storytelling and intense action sequences, Vikings has become a beloved TV show for fans of history, drama, and adventure.

In 1940s Australia, a nine-year-old Aboriginal orphan boy arrives at a remote monastery run by a renegade nun. His presence disturbs the delicate spiritual struggle and reveals the cost of survival.

Set in the 14th century, 'World Without End' follows the lives of the residents of Kingsbridge as they navigate the challenges of the Hundred Years' War and the devastating outbreak of the Black Death. The miniseries explores themes of betrayal, corruption, witch-hunts, and social upheaval in a time of turmoil and uncertainty.

Two years after their escapade in Las Vegas, Stu, Phil, Alan, and Doug travel to Thailand for Stu's wedding. A mishap during the pre-wedding brunch leads to a series of chaotic events, including a missing bridegroom, a severed finger, a face tattoo, encounters with mobsters, and a rescue mission. As they race against time to find the groom and piece together the events of the night, they face unexpected challenges and hilarious situations.

A woman gets caught by the wife of her lover which results in a stabbing. Feeling guilty she runs away and joins a nunnery. But she soon discovers that several nuns and a well known author have turned the place into their own personal S&M playground.

In the present, a teenage girl reads a memoir about the Grand Budapest Hotel, a once-glorious establishment in a war-torn country. The story follows the hotel's lobby boy, Zero, and the eccentric concierge, Gustave, as they navigate a murder accusation, theft, and a chase with an assassin. Amidst the chaos, they uncover the truth and Gustave is proven innocent. The story ends with the hotel's decline and Zero's dedication to preserving its memory.

Nacho Libre is a comedy film about a Mexican monastery cook who dreams of becoming a professional wrestler to save the orphanage.

In the 14th century, knights Behmen and his comrade Felson return to Europe from the Eastern Crusades only to find their homeland devastated by the Black Plague. Upon arriving, they are ordered by the church to transport an accused witch to a distant abbey, where monks will perform a ritual to break her curse. On their journey, the group faces various challenges, including a growing suspicion of the accused witch and encounters with supernatural forces. As tensions rise, Behmen must confront his disillusionment with the church and the true nature of the witch.

When nightclub singer Deloris witnesses a murder, she seeks refuge in a convent. She becomes Sister Mary Clarence and turns the choir into a talented group, but her celebrity status endangers her true identity.

In medieval England, Brother Cadfael, a former soldier turned monk and herbalist, uses his knowledge of herbs and his keen intellect to solve a series of murders in his Benedictine abbey. His investigations take him into the feudal society of the time, exploring the dynamics between the clergy, nobleman, and common people. As he uncovers the truth behind each murder, he must navigate the complexities of the English Civil War and the challenges of maintaining justice and order.

On May 10, 1996, mountain guides Rob Hall and Scott Fischer combine their expedition teams for a final ascent to the summit of Mount Everest. With little warning, a storm strikes the mountain and the climbers must now battle to survive. Set in the year 1996, Rob Hall gathered his team, Adventure Consultants, to go ahead and climb Everest themselves. Rob meets with his team, including experienced climber Beck Weathers, Doug Hansen, Yasuko Namba, and co-guide Andy 'Harold' Harris. Together, they plan to embark on what they hope will be a successful and adventurous expedition. The teams encounter problems on their summit, such as several climbers beginning to fall ill, Beck having trouble seeing, and no fixed ropes over the south summit. Facing a huge blizzard on their descent, the climbers face tragedy as some die and others battle hypothermia and frostbite. Despite the loss, Beck manages to survive and return to camp with the help of a rescue team.

A religious mystery protected by a secret society is discovered after a murder in the Louvre. Clues lead to the existence of the Holy Grail and a secret that could undermine the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church.

The Pillars of the Earth is a TV show set in 12th-century England, focusing on the construction of a cathedral and the struggles faced by the characters amidst political intrigue, war, and a power struggle for the throne.

Beyond the Hills follows the story of a young woman who goes to a Romanian monastery to reunite with her ex-lover. The reunion sets off a series of dramatic events, as the young woman clashes with the Orthodox community's strict rules and beliefs.

When an American private detective learns that his friend's daughter has been kidnapped by the yakuza in Japan, he travels to Tokyo to rescue her. Along the way, he must navigate the dangerous world of the Japanese mafia and face his own past.

Ace Ventura, Pet Detective, returns from a spiritual quest to investigate the disappearance of a rare white bat, the sacred animal of a tribe in Africa. Accompanied by his Capuchin monkey, Spike, he must overcome his fear of bats and navigate the problems of dealing with the tribes to solve the mystery. Along the way, he discovers a plot to let the tribes destroy each other and takes down the mastermind behind it. With his mission accomplished, Ace returns the bat to the tribes, but his actions have consequences.

After losing her parents, a teenage girl in Los Angeles turns to karate and seeks the guidance of a wise Buddhist monk to overcome her grief and stand up to her bullies.

Set in ancient China, a skilled warrior steals a legendary sword and begins a journey filled with romance and adventure. Along the way, she encounters love, betrayal, and a dangerous bandit, all while grappling with her own inner demons.

During the Hyborean Age, a group of sorcerers created a powerful mask that could subjugate the world. After being defeated by the Cimmerians, the mask was destroyed and its pieces scattered. Years later, Conan, a vengeful barbarian warrior, sets off on a journey to avenge his father's death and stop the evil warlord who seeks to unlock the mask's true power. Along the way, Conan faces numerous challenges and battles, ultimately finding redemption and forging his own path. This action-packed movie combines elements of fantasy and adventure to deliver an epic tale of revenge, sacrifice, and triumph.

When an evil demon threatens to bring darkness to the world, a social worker must find and protect the Golden Child, a mystical being who has the power to stop the demon. Along the way, the social worker must navigate a dangerous journey filled with monks, mystics, and dark forces.