Movies and TvShows featuring "prodigal-son" theme.

Six Feet Under follows the lives of the Fisher family, who run a funeral home in Los Angeles. The show explores various themes such as family relationships, sexuality, and mortality, with a mix of comedy and drama.

Jericho is a TV show set in a small town in Kansas, which faces the aftermath of a nuclear attack. The residents must navigate the challenges of survival, including a shortage of resources, political unrest, and mysterious conspiracies.

Wuthering Heights is a gripping drama that follows the tumultuous relationship between Heathcliff and Catherine, two star-crossed lovers whose passion knows no bounds. Set in the eerie landscape of the moors, their forbidden love drives them to the brink of insanity, leading to tragic consequences for everyone involved.

Normal (2007) is a drama movie that tells the story of a young man with autism and the struggles he goes through. The plot revolves around his relationships with his mother, father, and teacher, and how they all play a role in his life. The movie explores themes of adultery, anger, guilt, and closure.

The movie revolves around the conflict between two families in a Tamil Nadu village. The story follows the protagonist, who returns from abroad to his ancestral village and gets involved in a power struggle. Themes of family feuds, love, responsibility, and betrayal are explored.

A lost and wayward man returns to his hometown, seeking forgiveness and redemption for his past sins. Along the way, he encounters various obstacles and challenges that test his faith and determination. Will he be able to find the forgiveness he seeks?

The Cake Eaters follows the lives of two families in a small town as they navigate through love, loss, and the complexities of family relationships. As they come together to celebrate a special occasion, they also confront their own personal struggles and find solace in unexpected places. This heartfelt drama explores themes of grief, acceptance, and the enduring power of love.

Radha is a resolute mother, who strives hard against poverty and a lecherous money lender to feed her two sons who grew up with contrasting temperament.

Jacob is tired of living on the family farm, submitting to the rules of his father. One day he demands an early inheritance from his father, who shocks his young son by agreeing to give it to him. So, he heads to the big city doing things his way without restraint, and for a while he does well-surprisingly well. He takes huge business risks and converts his small fortune into a big fortune, despite his extremely flamboyant lifestyle that attracts the wrong women, including seductive Laura, whose rich boyfriend Frank is often dangerously nearby. Jake had it all: money, ladies, prestige-but then-he loses it all and just when he things he's hit bottom the bottom drops some more- until he is eating out of dumpsters and eventually ends up living in a literal pig pen. Coming to his senses he heads home, determined to work in an entry level position for his dad, who surprises him once again by running to him-but is it to kiss him or kill him?

Joshua Steed returns to Missouri a wealthy man with a beautiful wife; however, the past has a way of catching up. Soon Joshua is tangled in a web of rumors, deception and betrayal that threatens to tear his family apart. Back in Kirtland, financial trouble riddles the foundations of the fledgling Church causing a division, and questioning of the Prophet Joseph Smith's divine calling. Has he lost his prophetic gift? Hundreds of Saints immigrate to Missouri, where Governor Boggs raises an army - with Joshua at its head - to address the "Mormon Problem." When the militia receives orders to attack the Mormon settlement, only Joshua can save his family from the gathering mob.

Sherry Swanson, a recovering heroin addict, returns to her hometown in New Jersey after being released from prison. She tries to rebuild her life, reconnect with her young daughter, and find employment while dealing with the challenges of her past.

Meet Darby (Junior Asparagus), the son of a Kansas floss farmer who, more than anything else in the world, just wants to have fun. When he learns about the Wonderful Land Of Ha's - an amusement park with all the fixin's - and its mysterious Wizard who promises to make his dreams come true, Darby is determined to go. But when his father tells him he's needed to help with the harvest, Darby decides that nothing is going to stop him and he makes a choice that will change his life forever. With his pet dog Tutu by his side, Darby flees the farm and sets off to find the Wonderful Land Of Ha's. Along the way he meets a bored scarecrow (Mr. Lunt), a tin man (Larry the Cucumber) who wants to ride roller coasters and a lion (Pa Grape) that craves cotton candy. Each with their own dreams, they set off to see the Wizard.

A single mother in a small town in the Catskills tries to balance her responsibilities while dealing with her brother's unexpected visit.

Dirty Laundry is a comedy/drama/romance movie that tells the story of a prodigal son who returns home to deal with family drama. He must confront his dysfunctional family and their secrets while navigating a complicated love triangle. Along the way, he learns the importance of forgiveness and acceptance.

Roadie follows Jimmy Testagross, a former roadie for a Kiss-esque rock band, who returns to his hometown in Queens, New York after losing his job. He reunites with his mother and his estranged high school girlfriend, who is now married and has a son. As Jimmy tries to find his place in the world, he must confront his past and come to terms with the choices he has made.

A San Francisco hood is rubbed out by rival Bruno Felkin, who himself reports the crime to Homicide Lt. Kelsey in an alibi scheme which fails. To escape, he stows away on a fishing boat. At sea, skipper Hamil Linder receives Bruno kindly, teaching him fishing; Bruno enlists Hamil's wayward son Carl to tend his slot machines. Then Carl takes an interest in Bruno's girl Connie. Climax in a storm at sea.

The state police try to break up racketeering in a coal mining town.

When a man returns to his rural hometown of Lake City, he finds himself entangled in a dangerous web of crime and family secrets after witnessing a murder. As he tries to navigate this treacherous landscape, he must confront his own troubled past and reconcile with his estranged mother. Along the way, he discovers the truth about his father's death and uncovers a dark conspiracy involving stolen drugs and a ruthless drug dealer. With his life on the line, he goes on the run and must confront his demons to protect his loved ones.

Devdas, the spoiled brat of a wealthy family, falls in love with Paro, a village school teacher. However, their love is forbidden, leading to a series of tragic events including alcoholism, death, and unrequited love.