Movies and TvShows featuring "police-search" theme.

A young boy named Jack and his mother, known as Ma, have been held captive in a small room since his birth. They devise a plan to escape, and Jack is successfully rescued. They are brought to the outside world, where they must adjust to freedom and reconnect with their family.

A divorced mother and her teenage son offer a wounded man, who they later discover is an escaped convict, a ride, which ultimately leads to an unexpected love triangle.

He Walked by Night is a film noir crime drama about a loner electronics expert who becomes a cop killer and evades a manhunt by the Los Angeles police department.

In 'Frankenstein Must Be Destroyed,' a mad scientist named Victor Frankenstein resorts to blackmail and coercion to cover up his horrifying experiments. As he spirals further into insanity, he must face the consequences of his actions.

Over the Edge is a coming-of-age drama that follows a group of teenagers in a suburban community in the 1970s who rebel against the monotony and expectations of their middle-class lives. Frustrated with their parents, school, and the lack of opportunities, they turn to rebellion, drugs, and violence. The story takes a dark turn when their actions escalate and lead to tragedy.

A chilling documentary that explores the true story of Chris Watts, a man who murdered his wife and three children in a small town in Colorado. Through home videos, police interrogations, and social media posts, the film delves into the unraveling of their seemingly perfect family life and the shocking crimes committed.

When the detective in charge of investigating a series of bank robberies starts to get too close to the culprits, they set up a blackmail scheme to warn him off. But when the crooks begin to fall out with each other, the police learn the truth.

Four children run away on a motorboat after their parents are killed in a plane crash.

A police officer becomes obsessed with a married woman and resorts to murder to have her for himself. As he delves deeper into his dark desires, he becomes entangled in a web of deceit and manipulation.

Promise at Dawn is a biographical drama depicting the incredible journey of a talented writer, from his poverty-stricken childhood in Poland to his rise as a renowned novelist in France. The movie explores the enduring bond between the writer and his mother, their struggles with anti-Semitism, and the challenges they face during World War II. Based on the novel by Romain Gary, Promise at Dawn is a heartfelt tale of determination and love.

When a decomposed body is discovered in a small town, a police officer investigates the murder, delving into the haunted past and uncovering secrets that the town would rather forget.

The Lady and the Tramp is a heartwarming film that follows the unlikely romance between Lady, a pampered Cocker Spaniel, and Tramp, a street-smart mutt. When Lady's owners go on vacation, she finds herself in the company of Tramp, who teaches her about life outside of her comfortable home. Together, they navigate various adventures and obstacles, including run-ins with the law and a perilous journey through the streets. This timeless classic explores the themes of love, friendship, and the importance of embracing one's true self.

A detective is called in to investigate a murder that occurred on New Year's Eve in Tokyo. As he delves deeper into the case, he discovers various connections and uncovers a shocking truth. With time running out, he must race against the clock to catch the killer.

In 'Welcome,' a teenager from Iraq attempts to reach England by swimming across the English Channel. Along the way, he befriends a grumpy neighbor and they form an unlikely bond. The movie explores the challenges of illegal immigration and the social injustices faced by refugees.

Felix from West-Berlin falls in love with Thomas in East-Berlin. At first they keep their relationship going by regular visits from Felix, but the curfew forces him to return every evening. When the East-German authorities become suspicious, Thomas decides to try and flee to the West.

L.627 is a gripping French crime film that follows a narcotics detective navigating the complexities of bureaucracy, drug abuse, and police violence amidst the backdrop of the AIDS crisis in Paris. The film delves into the struggles of the protagonist as he deals with drug addicts, informants, and a relentless pursuit of justice. With a focus on gritty realism, L.627 provides an unflinching look at the challenges faced by law enforcement officers in their fight against drug trafficking and addiction.

During an operation with a master criminal, an undercover cop fails his mission because he was shot by an uniform officer. His superior suspects he has become a bad seed and refuses to allow him to rejoin the force. In order to prove his innocence, the cop decides to follow the thief to the Sino-Russian border on an arms struggle deal, but on the way they are chased by Mainland police. During the escape the cop and the criminal become friends. When they return to the Hong Kong border, the police awaits on the other side and...

A young woman with cancer travels to a remote wilderness zone in Northern Italy in search of an alternative cure. What she and her friend, Martino, find is a secluded paradise, but their arrival threatens its fragile existence.

After being illegally smuggled into Greece, a German man embarks on a perilous journey to Paris, encountering various obstacles and challenges along the way.

Ajami is a powerful crime drama set in the city of Jaffa, Israel. The movie depicts the lives of various individuals, including Palestinians, Israeli Jews, and Christians, as they navigate the complex web of violence, prejudice, and struggle for survival in an area plagued by political tensions and organized crime. The film explores themes of family relationships, love, and the consequences of violence in a modern-day apartheid society.