Movies and TvShows featuring "person-with-a-disability" theme.

Taisho Otome Fairy Tale is a slice-of-life anime that takes place in 1920s Japan. It follows the story of a young girl with a physical disability who is married off to a stranger as part of an arrangement between their families. The series explores themes of family relationships, friendship, and young love in a historical setting.

After a selfish L.A. yuppie learns his estranged father left a fortune to an autistic-savant brother in Ohio that he didn't know existed, he absconds with his brother and sets out across the country, hoping to gain a larger inheritance.

An intellectually disabled man named Sam fights to gain custody of his 7-year-old daughter, Lucy. Through this process, he teaches his cold-hearted lawyer, Rita, the importance of love and family. Sam's mental disability is called into question, resulting in a custody case. Despite his limitations, Sam provides a loving environment for Lucy, but she soon surpasses his mental capacity. With the help of his neighbor Annie and his friends, Sam navigates the challenges of the legal system while working at Starbucks. Despite his setbacks, Sam's determination and love for Lucy ultimately win over the court and the foster family that initially planned to adopt her. The movie ends with Lucy's soccer game, where Sam serves as the referee, surrounded by his newfound support system.

The Ringer is a comedy film about a man named Steve Barker who pretends to be mentally challenged in order to enter the Special Olympics. He plans to rig the games by competing in events he knows he can win easily, but things don't go as planned. As Steve bonds with the other athletes, he realizes the importance of friendship and honesty.

Sarah is a young autistic woman with an extraordinary ability for lyrical singing. She begins taking lessons with renowned soprano Leonor Delise, but there is tension in the relationship. Sarah will learn to turn her silences into emotions; Leonor will have to restore her faith in humanity and reconcile with her daughter. Music will be the bond that transforms their lives.

Three autistic roommates find a way to live together and strive for similar things in life.

A Long Way Down follows four strangers who meet on New Year's Eve on the roof of a London building with the intention of committing suicide. However, instead of jumping, they form a surrogate family and make a pact to stay alive and support each other. The film explores themes of loneliness, friendship, and finding hope in unexpected places.

Champions tells the story of a basketball coach who, after losing his job, forms a team of disabled athletes. As they face various challenges and conflicts, the coach and his team learn valuable lessons about friendship, perseverance, and acceptance. With a mix of humor and heartfelt moments, this movie celebrates the power of teamwork and the strength of the human spirit.

After suffering a brain injury, Chris Pratt becomes a janitor at a bank and gets roped into being the lookout for a heist. As he tries to carry out his role, he struggles with his disability and the consequences of his actions.

Undercover (2016) follows the story of an undercover cop with a hidden past who infiltrates a criminal organization. As he gets closer to taking down the organization, he must navigate a web of conspiracy, cover-ups, and dangerous secrets. Set in London, England, the show explores themes of betrayal, loyalty, and the lengths people will go to protect their loved ones.

During World War II, a German spy infiltrates England with crucial information, but his plans go awry when he becomes entangled with a woman on a remote island.

John Callahan's Quads! is a Canada-Australia co-production cartoon, based upon work of John Callahan. The show aired on Canada's Teletoon, on Australia's SBS, and in Latin America on Adult Swim. It is noted for being one of the first shows animated completely using Macromedia Flash software. It is produced by Animation Works, Nelvana, Media World Features, SBS Independent and Film Victoria, with support from ScreenWest and the Lotteries Commission of Western Australia. It is a Teletoon Original Production and was first aired on Teletoon on February 3, 2001. It is also viewable on Rogers Kids On Demand. The misadventures of recently paralyzed man and his equally handicapped friends.

Bad Boy Bubby is a dark comedy film that follows the story of Bubby, a socially misfit man who has lived in captivity with his mother his entire life. After being resocialized and released into the outside world, Bubby navigates through various challenges and experiences, including becoming famous as a band singer. The film explores themes of religion, environmental pollution, and social adjustment.

After suffering a heart attack, a renowned conductor returns to his small hometown in Sweden in search of inner peace. He takes up the task of leading the local church choir and faces various challenges, including an abusive husband, bullying, and the suppression of his own past. Through the power of music, he helps the choir members find their true voices and brings about positive change in the community.

After a tragic accident leaves her paralyzed, a teenage rodeo rider must battle against the odds and find the strength to continue pursuing her dreams of competing in rodeos.

Cyclo is a gripping crime drama set in Saigon. It explores the gritty underbelly of the city, as a young man becomes involved in the criminal underworld after his bicycle is stolen. The film delves into themes of poverty, violence, and existential loneliness, painting a vivid picture of life in the streets of Saigon.

Clémentine was a 1985 French animated television series. The series consisted of 39 episodes which featured the fantastic adventures of a 10-year-old girl who uses a wheelchair. The show was produced by "IDDH", a company that originally started out producing French-dubbed versions of Japanese anime. It originally aired on Antenne 2. The series was released on VHS in 1990 and on DVD in 2006.

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.

Krystal is a comedy-drama film about a teenage boy who falls in love with an older woman while dealing with his own heart condition. As he navigates the complications of this forbidden relationship, he also learns about love, family, and the challenges of growing up.

Pleasures of the Flesh is a dark comedy that follows the story of a dentist who gets involved with a crime boss and becomes entangled in a web of corruption. Set in Japan, the dentist's life takes a dramatic turn as he navigates through a series of illicit activities, including an extramarital affair and involvement with the yakuza. This film explores themes of marriage, sex, power, and the consequences of one's actions.