Movies and TvShows featuring "nonviolence" theme.

Ferdinand, a gentle and pacifist bull in Spain, gets mistaken for a fierce beast and is captured and taken away. Determined to return to his family, Ferdinand gathers a group of misfit animals and embarks on an exciting adventure to escape and find his way back home.

Gandhi, a lawyer, leads the Indian revolts against British rule using nonviolent protest. He fights for the rights of Indians in South Africa and later returns to India to fight for independence. Despite setbacks, violence, and imprisonment, Gandhi's campaign gains international attention and eventually leads to India's independence. However, the country is divided into India and Pakistan, causing religious tensions and violence. Gandhi spends his last days trying to bring peace and is eventually assassinated.

Bret Maverick is a light-hearted comedy-drama set in the Wild West of the 1880s. The show follows the adventures of Bret Maverick, a nonviolent gambler who navigates the world of poker, saloons, and ranches in the Arizona Territory. With his wit and charm, Bret finds himself entangled in various situations, often involving Apache Indians and conflicts over treaties. Despite the dangers and challenges, Bret manages to navigate his way through the Wild West with his unique style and endearing personality.

Hummingbird (2013) follows Joey, an ex-special forces soldier haunted by his past, who assumes a new identity as a homeless person in London. One day, he meets a nun who gives him shelter and helps him find solace. Joey becomes an enforcer for a Chinese mafia group while struggling to cope with guilt and his past. As he seeks redemption, Joey unleashes his skills to retaliate against those who wronged him.

Crip Camp: A Disability Revolution is a documentary that follows a group of teenagers with disabilities who attend a summer camp in the 1970s. The camp becomes a catalyst for the disability rights movement, as the campers fight for equal rights and accessibility. Through their activism and protests, they challenge societal norms and push for legislation such as the Americans with Disabilities Act. The film showcases their journey of overcoming adversity, building self-esteem, and advocating for a more inclusive society.

Cesar Chavez follows the journey of the renowned activist as he leads the fight for fair labor practices for farm workers in Yuma, Arizona. Through nonviolent methods and driven by his liberation theology beliefs, Chavez organizes strikes, tackles racial prejudice and discrimination, and builds a powerful union movement that aims to address economic inequality and empower Mexican-American laborers. The movie is based on a true story.

The Hayworth family lives in a Quaker territory in up-state New York. The matriarch, Emily runs the local bank. Years before, she and her family took in troubled, young Jimmy Flood to protect him from his abusive father. Though one of Emily's grown daughters, Janet feels she did not belong in the quiet, devoutly religious community and left the Quakers, Emily believed that her family ties stayed strong. Real trouble comes to the family when Jimmy Flood returns to the house after busting out of prison with the help of Digby and Lester, and he takes Emily's family hostage in exchange for $4 million. If Emily fails to secure the money in time, her entire family will lose their lives. Determined to resolve the potentially deadly conflict in a peaceful manner, Emily calls an emergency meeting of the town friends to work out a solution and save her family.

Lage Raho Munna Bhai is a story about a goon named Munna Bhai who starts seeing the apparition of Mahatma Gandhi. Inspired by Gandhi's philosophy of nonviolence, he sets on a journey to spread love and peace. Along the way, he participates in a radio contest, confronts an unscrupulous builder, and fights against the capitalist system. With the help of his loyal sidekick, Circuit, Munna Bhai brings about a satyagraha revolution.

John Lewis: Good Trouble (2020) is a documentary that chronicles the life and activism of civil rights leader John Lewis. The film explores his journey from his early days as a young activist in the 1960s to his influential role as a member of the United States House of Representatives. Through archival footage and interviews, the film highlights Lewis's commitment to social justice, voting rights, and fighting against racial discrimination.

In Some Mother's Son, a group of Irish republican prisoners go on a hunger strike to protest against the British penal system. The film explores the struggle for justice and democracy amid prison violence and police violence. It tells the story of a mother's unconditional love for her son and the sacrifices made in the fight for freedom. The movie also delves into the political propaganda, the role of the church, and the emotional toll on the widows of those involved.

Tubelight is a heartwarming story of a man's unshakeable belief in himself and the love for his family, even in the face of adversity. Set in the 1960s, during the Indo-China war, the film follows the journey of Laxman, a simple-minded yet lovable man. When his younger brother Bharat joins the army and goes missing, Laxman sets out on a mission to bring him back. With faith in his heart and the support of the people around him, Laxman faces various challenges and learns valuable lessons about life, love, and the power of hope.

Set during the tumultuous period of the partition of India, the story follows a man named Saket Ram who is consumed by grief and anger after his wife is brutally murdered. As he embarks on a journey to seek revenge, he is forced to confront his own prejudices and witness the horrors of violence and religious intolerance.

Drop Squad is a satirical comedy that follows the story of a secret society called Drop Squad, which aims to deprogram African-Americans from harmful stereotypes. The film explores themes of social activism and political satire through a humorous lens. The members of the secret society use brainwashing techniques and operate from a hidden headquarters to dismantle harmful stereotypes and promote positive African-American representation. The plot unfolds with a mix of comedic moments and thought-provoking commentary on societal issues.

Freedom Song follows the life of Owen Walker, a young African-American boy, as he navigates the challenges of growing up in Mississippi during the Civil Rights Movement. Inspired by the actions of his father and witnessing firsthand the injustices and racism of the time, Owen becomes involved in the fight for equality, using nonviolence and peaceful protests to bring about change.

April Captains is a drama movie set in 1970s Portugal during the Carnation Revolution. It follows the story of a young teacher who becomes involved in the student rebellion against the dictatorship. The movie explores themes of democracy, colonialism, and the struggle for freedom.

Blind swordsman Zatoichi travels to a corrupt town where he becomes caught in a battle between rival yakuza factions. With his exceptional sword skills and strong sense of justice, Zatoichi fights against injustice and restores peace to the town.

A drug-addict woman enters into a fake marriage for money, but when her conscience starts to bother her, she must navigate the dangerous world of Albanian gangsters and immigration fraud.

Dev is a powerful movie that delves into the dark world of political corruption, religious fanaticism, and the devastating consequences of violence. It follows the story of a police officer who is determined to bring down a corrupt politician and seek justice for his father's tragic death. As tensions between different religious communities escalate, Dev and his friends find themselves caught in the midst of riots and controversy. With themes of friendship, tragedy, and revenge, Dev portrays the struggle for justice and the fight against religious intolerance.

When his father dies, Jeffrey is sent to live with his aunt Charlotte in Canada. Once there he leads his aunt and his friends in staging, a non-violent hunger strike to try to save his aunt's house from being demolished to make room for a ski resort.

The Prayer follows a young drug addict who voluntarily commits himself to a rural rehabilitation center in the French Alps. Through hard labor, community living, and strict rules, he embarks on a journey of self-criticism and nonviolence. Along the way, he forms unlikely friendships, finds love, and learns the power of prayer.