Movies and TvShows featuring "playing-basketball" theme.

Slam Dunk is a TV show about a delinquent student named Hanamichi Sakuragi, who joins the Shohoku High School basketball team in order to impress a girl. Despite his lack of basketball skills, Sakuragi's athleticism and passion for the game help him become a valuable player. Alongside his teammates, Sakuragi faces various challenges on and off the court as they strive to become the best in Japan.

Tyler Gage, a troubled young man involved in drugs and crime, gets a chance to turn his life around when he receives a scholarship for a performing arts school. He meets Nora, a talented dancer, and they start working together. As Tyler learns about discipline and dedication, he begins to change his perspective on life. Together, they choreograph a fusion of ballet and hip-hop, but when Nora's old partner returns, Tyler feels used and storms out. However, he ultimately returns to perform with Nora and they deliver a spectacular performance, leading to Nora getting accepted into a dance company and Tyler being welcomed as a student at the school.

White Men Can't Jump follows two streetball hustlers who join forces to compete in a basketball tournament. Along the way, they face challenges such as racial tensions, friendship, and the ups and downs of their hustle.

2 Hearts is a romantic drama that tells the story of two couples whose lives become interconnected across different time periods. The film explores themes of love, destiny, and the power of the human heart. As the characters navigate through life's ups and downs, they discover that love has the ability to transcend time and space.

Junho is a vampire on the brink of extinction, desperate to survive by drinking pure blood and becoming human. His path changes when he encounters Min-hyun, a human with pure blood. However, Hae-soo, another vampire who knows about Junho's traumas, interferes and causes a rift between Minhyun and Junho. As Junho navigates the challenges of living a normal life as a human and protecting Minhyun, he must confront the obstacles that lie ahead.

A young man from a private school in New York befriends a recluse novelist, who's harboring a dark secret.

Dinner in America is a comedy-drama movie that tells the story of a rebellious punk rocker who forms an unlikely bond with a fan of his music. The movie explores themes of love, friendship, and self-discovery.

After contemplating suicide, Craig checks himself into a psychiatric ward, where he forms meaningful connections with fellow patients and learns to embrace his true self.

Made in Hong Kong is a gritty crime drama that follows the story of a young man named Autumn Moon, who navigates the complexities of life in 1990s Hong Kong. Faced with violence, poverty, and societal expectations, Autumn Moon finds himself drawn into a world of crime and rebellion. As he struggles to find his place in a rapidly changing city, he must confront his own inner demons and make difficult choices that will shape his future.

Soul Man tells the story of Mark Watson, a young man who decides to impersonate a black man in order to get a scholarship to Harvard Law School. Hilarity ensues as he navigates the challenges of living a double life and dealing with the consequences of his actions.

A speech therapist at a school for the deaf becomes drawn into a romantic relationship with a former student who is deaf. Despite their differences, they struggle to overcome communication barriers and societal norms to build a meaningful connection.

A detective investigates a series of murders where the victims are women. As he delves deeper into the case, he discovers a trail of clues that leads him to a serial killer. With time running out, he must stop the killer before more innocent lives are taken.

Vision Quest is a coming-of-age drama that follows a high school student named Louden Swain as he navigates the challenges of love, wrestling, and personal growth. Determined to achieve his weight loss goals and prove himself on the mat, Louden embarks on a vision quest that leads him to confront his fears and discover the true meaning of inner strength.

In 'Lay the Favorite', a professional gambler named Beth becomes involved in a romantic relationship with a journalist named Jeremy. As Beth navigates the ups and downs of her gambling career in Las Vegas, she must also navigate the complexities of her newfound love. With elements of comedy, drama, and romance, this movie explores themes of trust, betrayal, and the pursuit of happiness. Will Beth be able to balance her personal and professional lives, or will her choices lead to unforeseen consequences?

When a journalist investigates a cult led by a charismatic leader, he documents the horrifying events that unfold, including brainwashing, mass suicide, and a massacre.

Ella's unique designs inspire publishing mogul Derek to include plus-sized fashion in his magazine. It's not long before Derek realizes Ella's influence reaches far beyond the catwalk.

Jacknife is a drama film that follows the story of a Vietnam War veteran who deals with the emotional and mental trauma of his experiences. The movie explores themes of guilt, loss, and the difficulty of moving on from the past. It delves into the character's relationships, especially with his best friend's widow, and his struggle to find redemption and peace.

In 'The Gambler,' a college professor named Axel Freed becomes a gambling addict and gets himself deep in debt to the mafia. As he desperately tries to win back his money, Axel's life starts spiraling out of control.

In Kicks, a teenager named Brandon sets out on a mission to recover his stolen shoes after being assaulted by a gang. Along the way, he discovers the true value and meaning behind them, learning important life lessons in the process.

What Will People Say is a gripping drama that follows the story of a Pakistani immigrant teenager, Nisha, living in Norway. Nisha, who is torn between her Pakistani culture and the Western lifestyle she encounters in Norway, leads a double life. When Nisha's father catches her with her boyfriend, he takes strong actions to protect their family's reputation. This leads to a series of events that push Nisha to make difficult choices and face the consequences of her actions. The movie explores themes of cultural identity, family dynamics, and the challenges faced by immigrants in a foreign land.