Movies and TvShows featuring "overbearing-mother" theme.

After receiving her ex-husband's novel, a wealthy art gallery owner is consumed by its violent and symbolic revenge story, leading her to reflect on her own unhappiness and past regrets.

Big Sky follows the story of an ex-cop and a private detective who team up to solve a series of mysterious crimes in Montana. They uncover a web of deceit, corruption, and human sex trafficking, all while dealing with personal struggles and complex relationships. As they delve deeper into the dark underbelly of the state, they find themselves entangled in a dangerous game of cat and mouse.

A talented P.I. agrees to work as the in-house investigator for his mother, who is reeling from the recent dissolution of her marriage. Margaret hires her scruffy but excellent former private detective son, Todd, who fell on hard times after his license got revoked for his flexible interpretation of the law. Margaret's adherence to the law clashes with Todd's scrappy methods. When Todd inadvertently teams up with his mother on a case, she sees a way to put him on a suitable path to a financially solvent life.

After getting engaged, Charlotte meets her fiancé's mother, who will stop at nothing to sabotage their relationship. Through a series of comedic events, Charlotte must navigate her way through her future mother-in-law's schemes and save her relationship.

Police officer Darby Spencer and her mystery novelist mother Victoria Spencer have opposite personalities but still embark on the unlikeliest of ventures: becoming partners in a private detective agency.

Competitive ice skater Tonya Harding rises amongst the ranks at the U.S. Figure Skating Championships, but her future in the activity is thrown into doubt when her ex-husband intervenes. Based on a true story, the film follows Tonya's journey from a young age as she is pushed into figure skating by her abusive and overbearing mother. Despite facing abuse from both her mother and her ex-husband, Tonya remains determined to succeed in the sport and becomes the first American woman to successfully pull off a triple axel. However, her personal life continues to unravel, leading to a notorious incident involving her rival, Nancy Kerrigan. Tonya's involvement in the incident leads to her banishment from the U.S. Figure Skating Association and the end of her professional skating career. Following the incident, Tonya faces a trial, divorce, and a struggle to rebuild her life. She goes on to compete as a boxer in an attempt to stay in the public eye. The film ultimately portrays Tonya as a complex and resilient woman, highlighting the challenges she faced as a figure skater and the impact of her personal life on her career.

In 'Throw Momma from the Train', a man who is tired of his overbearing mother comes up with a plan to swap murders with an aspiring writer. As chaos ensues, he becomes entangled in a web of mystery and paranoia. Will he be able to carry out his sinister plan or will his conscience get the best of him?

In The Innocent, a spoiled heiress is trapped in a life she doesn't want. Desperate to break free from her domineering mother, she embarks on a journey of self-discovery. Along the way, she forms unexpected friendships and discovers the true meaning of love and independence.

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.

Arthur is a wealthy man-child who is about to be disowned by his mother unless he marries a woman of her choosing. Along the way, he falls in love with a working-class woman and must prove himself worthy of his inheritance.

Fleming is a miniseries that tells the story of Ian Fleming, the creator of the iconic James Bond character. Set in the 1940s during World War Two, the series explores Fleming's experiences as a spy for the British Secret Service and his involvement in wartime intelligence. It delves into his personal life, including his complicated relationship with his overbearing mother and his reputation as a womanizer. The miniseries offers a glimpse into the life of this historical figure and provides insights into the inspirations behind Fleming's popular novels.

I Killed My Mother follows the story of a teenager named Hubert, who struggles with his tumultuous relationship with his mother. As he navigates his journey of self-discovery and explores his sexuality, he must confront the challenges of growing up while dealing with an overbearing parent.

After a whirlwind marriage with social media influencer Akhil Chadha that ends in divorce, chef Saloni Bagga meets hotelier Gurbir Pannu. One night with Gurbir – and then also with Akhil – leads to Saloni getting pregnant. But who's the father? By a one-in-a-billion twist of fate, Saloni is carrying twins – and not just any twins, each child has a different father!

A woman brings her son and husband to a tropical vacation spot for a little rest and relaxation. The only problem is that the husband has been dead for quite some time, and his wife had him stuffed and carries him everywhere with her. Complications ensue.

When a high school girl goes missing in Paris during spring break, her best friend and overbearing mother become frantic and desperate to find her. As they search for clues in the city and follow leads that take them to Tijuana, Mexico, they encounter strangers, danger, and a race against time to bring the missing girl home.

A rebellious student embarks on an affair with the mother of his best friend, leading to disastrous consequences.

Sasiwimol is an extremely successful director. She has a close, friend-like relationship with her teenage son Wang. What will she do when Wang experiences his first love with Inthawut, her old friend? Love, relationships, understanding, mother and son learning from each other in this era of changeability. A friendship will forever be altered.

Next Stop, Greenwich Village is a comedy-drama film set in the 1950s. It follows a young aspiring actor who moves to Greenwich Village, New York City, and explores the bohemian lifestyle, relationships, and struggles in the entertainment industry.

Overwhelmed and extra-sensitive, Katrine has a hard time coping when her more relaxed boyfriend, Andreas, takes a business trip just days after the birth of their first child. The fussy baby has difficulty breastfeeding, and vulnerable, insecure Katrine feels like a failure. When Katrine’s emotionally withholding mother Lise consents to stay for a few days, the two quickly fall into what are clearly familiar dysfunctional behavior patterns.

Spain, early 20th century. Hildegart is raised and educated by his mother Aurora as the subject of a social experiment, to be the first truly free woman in the world, the one who will lead humanity into a new era; and, in order to achieve this goal, is insanely loved… until the moment when she becomes a young and gifted woman and actually tries to fly freely, away from the oppressive nest of her creator and guardian.