Movies and TvShows featuring "old-maid" theme.
Di Gi Charat (a.k.a. Dejiko) - along with Petit Charat (a.k.a. Puchiko) and Gema - travels to Earth as part of her training to become a full-fledged princess. They crash on a small town in Japan, where they meet the Omocha brothers (who spend most of their time thinking how cute Puchiko is) and Mr. & Mrs. Ankoro (an elderly couple that makes Japanese sweets).
In a sleepy village in Cornwall, England, two elderly sisters, Janet and Ursula, are living a quiet and routine life until a mysterious young man named Andrea washes up on their beach. As they nurse him back to health, their lives are forever changed as they discover a new joy and passion in the presence of this enigmatic stranger. However, their newfound happiness is threatened when Andrea's true identity and intentions come to light, leading to a series of unexpected events that test the strength of their sisterly bond.
An ex-schoolteacher is asked by the police to help locate a missing heiress.
Separate Tables is a drama/romance movie set in a seaside hotel, where the lives of the guests intertwine. The film explores themes of loneliness, class differences, sexual repression, and scandal. It follows the story of various characters, including a retired teacher, an old maid, and a domineering mother. Through conversations and discussions, secrets are revealed and relationships are tested. Based on a stage play, Separate Tables captivates with its intriguing blend of emotions and complex characters.
Marty, a 29-year-old shy Italian-American man, lives with his overbearing mother. He contemplates suicide but finds love and happiness when he meets Clara. The story revolves around their blossoming relationship amidst societal pressures and the prejudices they face.
Lovers and Other Strangers is a 1970 movie that explores the various relationships and love dynamics among a group of characters. Focused on a wedding and its aftermath, the film delves into themes of adultery, extramarital affairs, dysfunctional families, and the challenges of maintaining relationships. With multiple storylines and a touch of comedy, Lovers and Other Strangers offers a nuanced perspective on the complexities of love.
The investigation of Paul Vandervent into the mysterious death of his father brings further discord among two feuding families tied together in business and marriage, living under the same roof.
Old Acquaintance is a drama and romance movie that tells the story of two childhood friends, Kit Marlowe and Millie Drake, who both become successful authors. As they navigate their careers and personal lives, their friendship is tested by jealousy, resentment, and a love triangle. Will their bond withstand the challenges or will it crumble under the weight of success and personal ambition?
Quality Street is a story about a 30-year-old spinster named Phoebe who poses as her 20-year-old niece Livvy to court a man, after receiving an invitation to a dance. Chaos ensues when her secret is at risk of being revealed.
Con men Calvin Churchill and Clip McGurk know how to fix a horse-race or boxing match. Calvin wants to go straight and win back his estranged wife, but first the men must dodge a dogged IRS agent and bilk a bunch of aviation investors out of the backing boodle for a balloon excursion into the stratosphere.
Stephanie is a beautiful, sweet, and pampered bride who's so in-love with her rich beau Harold. Harold is Stephanie's first boyfriend and true love. Despite their constant petting, she is reserving herself for their honeymoon. During their wedding day, a total eclipse occurs triggering the high magnetic field on the road going to the beach resort. As the guests and the bride travel to the venue, a freak car accident happens causing a major soul swap.
In this children's adventure, the children of a small town are enthralled by the tales of the town drunk.
Li'l Abner is a hillbilly who competes against other suitors for the hand of Daisy Mae in the Sadie Hawkins Day race. Meanwhile, they must deal with various comedic and dramatic situations in their small town.
When a charming but devious man marries a wealthy widow, his dark intentions are revealed as he plans to murder her for the inheritance.
A writer diagnosed with brain cancer embarks on a journey of self-discovery, dealing with his own mortality and the challenges of his failing health. With black humor, he navigates through his tumultuous relationships, including his failing marriage, and finds solace in the most unexpected places.
9 Month Stretch is a comedy crime movie that follows a woman who is falsely accused of murder. While dealing with her pregnancy, she must prove her innocence and navigate through a complicated legal case.
The Old Maid is a drama set in Philadelphia during the American Civil War. It tells the story of a woman who becomes an old maid after giving birth to an illegitimate child. The movie explores themes of love, betrayal, and the challenges faced by women in the 19th century.
Nearly a thousand miles away from their beloved Moscow, Chekhov's Three Sisters live in virtual exile. Olga , a schoolmistress, attempts to support her siblings and the home that is the sole legacy of their late father.
The Demi-Paradise is a comedy-drama movie that takes place in Britain during World War II. The story revolves around a Russian engineer who comes to England to build a new ship for the British Navy. Along the way, he encounters romance, political activism, and the challenges of war.
A young woman is involved with a married man, although she does not know that he is married. He kills his jealous wife and implicates her in the murder. However, a playboy character who had been flirting with the woman earlier turns amateur detective and clears her.