Movies and TvShows featuring "origin-story" theme.

Told in flashbacks, Mufasa is 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.

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.

In the land of Oz, ostracized and misunderstood green-skinned Elphaba is forced to share a room with the popular aristocrat Glinda at Shiz University, and the two's unlikely friendship is tested as they begin to fulfill their respective destinies as Glinda the Good and the Wicked Witch of the West.

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.

With the city in peril following the seawall's collapse, Oswald "Oz" Cobb seeks to fill the power vacuum left by the death of Carmine Falcone and finally give his mother Francis the life he's always promised. But first, Oz must confront his enemies and his own demoralizing reputation as "the Penguin."

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

An alien child is evacuated from his dying world and sent to Earth to live among humans. His peace is threatened when other survivors of his home planet invade Earth.

The origin story of the iconic Captain Nemo: an Indian Prince robbed of his birthright and family, a prisoner of the East India Mercantile Company and a man bent on revenge against the forces that have taken everything from him.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Jesper, a lazy postman, befriends Klaus, a reclusive woodsman with handmade toys. They deliver toys to children, inspiring acts of kindness and ending a town's feud. Jesper learns the true meaning of Christmas and carries on Klaus' legacy.

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.