Movies and TvShows featuring "pre-war" theme.

In Kweilin, China, 1932, Newt Scamander helps a Qilin - a magical creature that can see into one's soul as well as the future - give birth. Gellert Grindelwald's acolytes, led by Credence Barebone, attack and kill the mother and kidnap the newborn. Grindelwald subsequently kills the creature intending to harness its ability of precognition. However, unbeknownst to them, the Qilin had twins, the younger of which Newt saved. Unable to battle Grindelwald due to their blood pact, Albus Dumbledore recruits Newt, Newt's brother Theseus, Ilvermorny Charms teacher Lally Hicks, Senegalese-French wizard Yusuf Kama, American No-Maj Jacob Kowalski, and Newt's assistant Bunty Broadacre to thwart Grindelwald's plan for world domination. They travel to Berlin, Germany where Yusuf is planted as a spy in Grindelwald's inner circle. Grindelwald has his convert, Queenie Goldstein, use legilimency to test Yusuf's trustworthiness. The International Confederation of Wizards (ICW) acquits Grindelwald of all previous criminal charges, allowing for his candidacy as Supreme Mugwump of the ICW, despite Dumbledore's attempts to otherwise persuade current Supreme Mugwump Anton Vogel. Meanwhile, Grindelwald's acolytes, who have undermined the German Ministry of Magic, arrest Theseus and plot to assassinate the Brazilian Supreme Mugwump candidate, Vicência Santos. Dumbledore dispatches Newt to the Erkstag, the secret German wizarding prison, to find Theseus. Lally and Jacob successfully prevent the assassination. They escape but Jacob is framed for attempting to murder Grindelwald, who then justifies turning the Wizarding world against all Muggles. Meanwhile, Credence battles Albus Dumbledore, who quickly defeats him. Credence learns he is the illegitimate son of Aberforth Dumbledore, Albus Dumbledore's brother. Credence then questions his loyalty to Grindelwald. Elsewhere, Newt and Theseus escape the Erkstag and use a Portkey to transport to Hogwarts. Wizarding world leaders gather in Bhutan for the Walk of the Qilin ritual, where a Qilin selects a worthy new Supreme Mugwump. Grindelwald foresees Dumbledore and Newt smuggling the surviving twin Qilin to the ceremony in a suitcase. To thwart Grindelwald's cohorts, each Dumbledore ally carries an identical suitcase. As the team moves through the village, Queenie, who has renounced Grindelwald, finds and reunites with Jacob. Using necromancy, Grindelwald reanimates the dead Qilin and manipulates it to choose him during the Supreme Mugwump selection ceremony. Grindelwald immediately declares war on all Muggles and tortures Jacob. However, Credence, Newt, and Bunty expose him. Bunty produces the surviving Qilin which bows to Dumbledore, who declines the position. Santos is then chosen as the new Supreme Mugwump. Enraged, Grindelwald tries to kill Credence by casting the killing curse, but Credence is simultaneously protected by Aberforth (his father) and Albus (his uncle). Dumbledore's and Grindelwald's clashing spells break the blood pact. Their ensuing battle reaches a stalemate, and Grindelwald disapparates. In the aftermath, Aberforth accepts the ailing Credence as his son and takes him home. Jacob and Queenie marry at Jacob's bakery shop in New York City, with most of the group and Tina Goldstein in attendance. Newt spots Dumbledore watching from across the street. Dumbledore thanks Newt before disappearing into the night.

A TV mini-series depicting the rise of Adolf Hitler, exploring his journey from a failed artist in Vienna to becoming the dictator of Germany, leading up to World War II. It examines his political ideology, his role in the Nazi party, and the events that led to his rise to power.

Sir Nicholas 'Nicky' Winton, a young London broker, risks his life to rescue Jewish children from the Nazis during World War II. He embarks on a race against time to save as many children as possible before the borders close. Years later, haunted by the children he couldn't save, Nicky finds redemption when he meets the surviving adults on a live TV show.

Set in the 1920s and 1930s, the movie follows a young Jewish girl who escapes Russia and finds herself in England and France. Along the way, she experiences the trials of war, the challenges of romance, and the struggle to find her place in the world.

As Far As My Feet Will Carry Me follows the incredible journey of a German soldier who escapes a Siberian labor camp and embarks on an epic trek to return home. Facing numerous obstacles and dangers along the way, he must rely on his resourcefulness and determination to survive.

Set in post-World War II England, the film follows Mr. Stevens, a butler who has dedicated his life to serving his employer. As he looks back on his career, he starts to question whether he has sacrificed too much for his sense of duty, particularly in regards to his personal relationships. The film explores themes of loyalty, dignity, and class differences.

During World War II, a group of English women and an Italian orphan form a unique friendship in Florence, Italy. They navigate through the challenges of war, love, and loss while preserving their bonds.

Nitta Sayuri, a young Japanese girl, is sold into servitude by her parents. She enters the world of geisha and rises to become one of the most famous in Japan.

In Man Hunt, an Englishman is mistaken for a Nazi spy and goes on the run. The plot involves deception, reprisal, and a plot to kill Hitler. With the help of improvised weapons and his survival skills, he navigates through danger and persecution. The story takes place during World War II, with suspenseful moments and a gripping chase.

In 1939, Finland faces an invasion by the Soviet Union. A group of Finnish soldiers, including a war veteran, must defend their homeland against the invading army.

In 1930s Germany, a wealthy family becomes entangled in the political turmoil of the rising Nazi Party. As their greed and decadence blind them to the real dangers, they get caught up in a world of debauchery, sexual deviants, and dark secrets. The story explores themes of incest, homosexuality, and the destructive influence of power. A gripping tale of a family's downfall in the shadow of the Third Reich.

The Gathering Storm is a biographical drama that focuses on Winston Churchill and his role as the British Prime Minister during World War II. The movie portrays Churchill's struggles and triumphs during this critical period in history.

In pre-war Paris, two sisters who work as mediums are hired by a film director to investigate a case of paranormal activity. As they delve deeper into the investigation, they uncover dark secrets and face personal challenges that test their bond and beliefs. The film explores themes of loss, sisterhood, and the blurred line between reality and illusion.

In 1930s Germany, a neurotic professor grapples with the ethical implications of living under the Nazi regime, while also dealing with personal dilemmas and relationships.

Mother Night is a drama film set during World War II. It follows the story of an American playwright who becomes intertwined in the politics of the Third Reich, working as a spy for both the Germans and the Americans. After the war, he faces a trial for his actions and struggles with his identity and redemption.

A young man falls in love with a married woman in 1830s Germany. Years later, they reunite in Mexico but face challenges from their past.

Whoops Apocalypse is a six-part 1982 British sitcom by Andrew Marshall and David Renwick, made by London Weekend Television for ITV. Marshall and Renwick later reworked the concept as a 1986 film of the same name from ITC Entertainment, with almost completely different characters and plot, although one or two of the original actors returned in different roles. The series has a big cult audience, and copies of videos are heavily sought after. The British budget label Channel 5 Video released a compilation cassette of all six episodes edited together into one 137-minute chunk in 1987. In 2010 Network DVD released both the complete, unedited series and the movie on a 2-DVD set entitled Whoops Apocalypse: The Complete Apocalypse.. John Otway also recorded a song called "Whoops Apocalypse", which was used as the theme song for the film. He occasionally performs it live.

Set in the 1930s, a medical student and a high school graduate experience love, friendship, and the struggles of coming of age in a world on the brink of war.

In 1940, a Jewish refugee struggles to survive in Nazi-occupied Prague, facing denunciations, police persecution, and the need to cross borders to secure temporary visas. As the war intensifies, the refugee experiences the horrors of internment camps and the constant threat of deportation. The story depicts the resilience of the human spirit amidst the rise of anti-Semitism and fascism.

Occupation in 26 Pictures is a powerful drama that takes place during the Italian occupation of Yugoslavia in World War II. The film tells the story of the hardships faced by the local population, the resistance movement, and the brutalities of war. It explores themes of fear, betrayal, revenge, and ultimately, the triumph of the human spirit.