Movies and TvShows featuring "origin-story" theme.

As New York City is invaded by alien creatures who hunt by sound, a woman named Sam fights to survive with her cat.

Smallville follows the story of a teenage Clark Kent as he navigates the challenges of his dual identity, balancing his high school life with his developing superpowers. With the help of his friends and family, Clark learns what it means to be a hero and embraces his destiny as Superman.

Gotham explores the early days of Batman's city, focusing on the origins of famous villains and the corruption of the city's various institutions. The series follows the young detective James Gordon as he navigates the dangerous and corrupt world of Gotham City, dealing with mobsters, psychopaths, and a growing number of individuals with superpowers.

Willy Wonka, a young and poor chocolatier, dreams of opening a chocolate shop in a city known for its chocolate. However, he discovers that the industry is controlled by a cartel of greedy chocolatiers. With the help of his friends, Willy embarks on a journey to defy the cartel and fulfill his dream.

Forced to confront revelations about her past, paramedic Cassandra Webb forges a relationship with three young women destined for powerful futures...if they can all survive a deadly present.

Pennyworth follows the story of Alfred Pennyworth in 1960s London, where he navigates through the treacherous world of organized crime, espionage, and political conspiracy. As a former SAS soldier, he must protect his loved ones and unravel the secrets of a secret society while serving as a security consultant and forming a crucial alliance with Thomas Wayne. This historical drama unveils the origin story of Batman's loyal butler.

Still reeling from the loss of Gamora, Peter Quill and the Guardians of the Galaxy face a new threat. They must defend the universe and embark on a dangerous mission to save one of their own. As they battle against enemies both old and new, the outcome of their mission could mean the end of the Guardians if they are not successful.

Rafiki relays the legend of Mufasa to lion cub Kiara, daughter of Simba and Nala. Told in flashbacks, the story introduces Mufasa as an orphaned cub, lost and alone until he meets a sympathetic lion named Taka—the heir to a royal bloodline. The chance meeting sets in motion a journey of misfits searching for their destiny and working together to evade a threatening and deadly foe.

In a bid to restore his family's prosperity, Coriolanus Snow becomes a mentor in the 10th Hunger Games. He is assigned the District 12 female tribute, Lucy Gray Baird, and aims to win the viewers' hearts. As he bonds with Lucy Gray, a rebel bomb explodes, leading to chaos and death. Coriolanus realizes that genetically modified snakes will be unleashed, and cleverly uses Lucy Gray's scent to save her. However, he is punished for cheating and forced to join the Peacekeepers. In District 12, he reencounters Lucy Gray and discovers a rebellion plot. Coriolanus's actions result in the death of rebels and his desire to escape with Lucy Gray.

Joker is a dark and gritty character study that explores the descent of a mentally troubled comedian named Arthur Fleck into becoming the iconic supervillain known as the Joker. Set in the gritty and chaotic streets of Gotham City in the 1980s, Arthur struggles with his own inner demons and the societal decay around him. As he faces humiliation, rejection, and a series of unfortunate events, Arthur's psychological torment transforms him into the criminal mastermind who wreaks havoc and terrorizes the city.

Perry Mason is a defense attorney and private investigator in 1930s Los Angeles. Set against the backdrop of the Great Depression, Mason navigates through criminal cases with a film noir style, uncovering mysteries and fighting for justice.

The untold origin story of Optimus Prime and Megatron, better known as sworn enemies, but once were friends bonded like brothers who changed the fate of Cybertron forever.

Estella, a young girl with black and white hair, experiences tragedy when her mother dies. She falls in with thieves Jasper and Horace and they make a living as pick-pockets. Estella's fashion sense catches the eye of the fashion Baroness, but she turns against her after finding out the truth of her mother's death. With the help of her friends and her creative genius, Estella adopts the persona of Cruella de Vil to seek revenge and claim her place as a villain.

In 1918 Texas, Pearl, a young woman living on her parents' farm, is captivated by movies and dreams of becoming a chorus girl. As she spirals into madness, she indulges in abusing morphine and commits a series of murders, including her parents and a projectionist. Pearl's ultimate goal is to create a comfortable home for her husband who returns unexpectedly from war.

Stargate Origins is a TV show that serves as a prequel to the Stargate franchise. It follows the adventures of Catherine Langford as she embarks on a mission to uncover the secrets of the Stargate and the ancient civilizations it connects.

Mike Wazowski and James P. Sullivan, future scarers at Monsters Inc., start off as rivals at Monsters University but eventually become friends. They join a misfit fraternity and participate in the Scare Games to prove themselves. Along the way, they face challenges and learn important lessons about teamwork and friendship. This animated adventure-comedy highlights the journey of these two monsters as they work their way up in the monster world.

In the 1930s, a group of superheroes known as The Union gained superhuman abilities and fought crime. In the present day, their children struggle to live up to their parents' legacy while facing their own challenges. Loyalty, family relationships, and the dynamics within the superhero group are tested as they navigate their way through a changing world.

The TV show follows the events of the Halo universe, specifically focusing on the events leading up to and during the Fall of Reach. It explores the conflict between humanity and the alien alliance known as the Covenant, as well as the origin story of the iconic character Master Chief.

The origin of the sleuth and member of the Mystery Inc. gang, Velma. Velma Dinkley, a fifteen year old girl, finds herself embroiled in a murder mystery after she becomes the prime suspect. She enlists the help of her best friend, Norville Rogers, who is always there for his best friend, even when she's not there for him. As Velma tries to solve the mystery, she tries to fix her friendship with Daphne Blake, and also enlists the help of Fred Jones. All the while, Velma reestablish her quest to find her missing mother, and thwart the visions stopping her.

Buzz Lightyear, a Space Ranger, is marooned and encounters an army of robots led by Zurg who want to steal his fuel source. He spends years attempting to return home while dealing with time dilation. Along the way, he forms friendships and faces challenges as he fights to protect his crew and planet. Eventually, Buzz and his team defeat Zurg and revive the Space Ranger Corps. They embark on new adventures in parts unknown.