Movies and TvShows featuring "rescue-from-drowning" theme.

Baywatch follows a group of lifeguards on the beaches of California as they protect beachgoers, fight crime, and navigate personal relationships.

Kyle XY follows the story of a teenage boy who wakes up in the middle of the forest with no memory of who he is or any knowledge of the outside world. He quickly realizes that he possesses extraordinary abilities and attempts to navigate through the challenges of his new life while uncovering the truth about his origins. Along the way, he becomes entangled in various mysteries and forms close relationships with those around him.

Ariel, a sixteen-year-old mermaid princess, is dissatisfied with life under the sea and curious about the human world. With her best fish friend Flounder, Ariel collects human artifacts and goes to the surface of the ocean to visit Scuttle the seagull, who offers very inaccurate and comical knowledge of human culture. Ignoring the warnings of her father (King Triton) and head maestro (Sebastian the crab) that contact between merpeople and humans is forbidden (the sea's primary contact with humans involve fishermen, so King Triton considers humans as nothing more than mere predators), Ariel still longs to be part of the human world; to this end she has filled a secret grotto with all the human artifacts she has found. One night, Ariel, Flounder and an unwilling Sebastian travel to the ocean surface to watch a celebration for the birthday of Prince Eric, with whom Ariel falls in love. A sudden storm hits, during which everyone manages to escape in a lifeboat except for Eric who goes back to rescue his dog Max. He almost drowns saving Max but is saved by Ariel, who drags him to the beach. Although it seems that his heart isn't beating, Ariel notices that Eric is breathing. She sings to him but dives underwater when Max returns to Eric. Upon being assisted by his chancellor (Sir Grimsby), Eric has a vague impression that he was rescued by a girl with a beautiful voice; he vows to find her, and Ariel vows to find a way to join Eric. Triton and his daughters notice a change in Ariel, who is openly lovesick. Triton questions Sebastian about Ariel's behavior, during which Sebastian accidentally reveals the incident with Eric. Triton furiously confronts Ariel in her grotto, using his trident to destroy her collection of human treasures. After Triton leaves, a pair of eels, Flotsam and Jetsam, convince a crying Ariel that she must visit Ursula the sea witch, if she wants all of her dreams to come true. Ursula makes a deal with Ariel to transform her into a human for three days. Within these three days, Ariel must receive the 'kiss of true love' from Eric; otherwise, she will transform back into a mermaid on the third day and belong to Ursula. As payment for legs, Ariel has to give up her voice, which Ursula takes by magically removing the energy from Ariel's vocal chords and storing it in a nautilus shell. Ariel's tail is transformed into legs, leaving her naked except for her seashell bra. Sebastian and Flounder drag her to the surface. Meanwhile, Triton discovers Ariel and Sebastian's disappearance and, wracked with guilt over his behavior, orders a search for them. Eric and Max find Ariel on the beach. He initially suspects that she is the one who saved his life, but when he learns that she cannot speak, he discards that notion, to the frustration of both Ariel and Max (who knows the truth). He helps her to the palace, where the servants think she is a survivor of a shipwreck. Ariel spends time with Eric, and at the end of the second day, they almost kiss but are thwarted by Flotsam and Jetsam. Angered at their narrow escape, Ursula takes the disguise of a beautiful young woman named 'Vanessa' and appears onshore singing with Ariel's voice. Eric recognizes the song and, in her disguise, Vanessa/Ursula casts a hypnotic enchantment on Eric to make him forget about Ariel. The next day, Ariel finds out that Eric will be married to the disguised Ursula on a ship. She cries and is left behind when the wedding barge departs. Scuttle discovers that Vanessa is Ursula in disguise, and informs Ariel. As Ariel and Flounder chase the wedding barge, Sebastian informs Triton, and Scuttle is assigned to literally 'stall the wedding.' With the help of various animals, the nautilus shell around Ursula's neck is broken, restoring Ariel's voice and breaking Ursula's enchantment over Eric. Realizing that Ariel was the girl who saved his life, Eric rushes to kiss her, but the sun sets and Ariel transforms back into a mermaid. Ursula reverts to her true form and kidnaps Ariel. Triton appears and confronts Ursula, but cannot destroy Ursula's contract with Ariel. Triton chooses to sacrifice himself for his daughter, and is transformed into a polyp. Ursula takes Triton's crown and trident, which was her plan from the beginning. Ursula uses her new power to gloat, transforming into a giant, and forming a whirlpool that disturbs several shipwrecks to the surface, one of which Eric commandeers. Just as Ursula is set to use the trident to destroy Ariel, Eric turns the wheel hard to port and runs Ursula through the abdomen with the ship's splintered bowsprit, mortally wounding her. With her last breaths, Ursula pulls the ship down with her, but Eric escapes to shore in time. With Ursula gone, her power breaks and the polyps in Ursula's garden (including Triton) turn back into the old merpeople. Later, after seeing that Ariel really loves Eric and that Eric also saved him in the process, Triton willingly changes her from a mermaid into a human using his trident. She runs into Eric's arms, and the two finally kiss. In the final scene, an unspecified amount of time later, Ariel marries Eric in a wedding where both humans and merpeople attend.

In the fictional city of Agrabah, a street urchin named Aladdin and a Grand Vizier named Jafar both seek a magical lamp with the power to grant wishes. Aladdin, with the help of a genie, uses his wit and courage to win over Princess Jasmine and defeat Jafar.

In 14th-century Korea, a power struggle ensues as lust, betrayal, and political maneuverings threaten to tear apart the Joseon Dynasty. Amidst the chaos, a forbidden love affair blooms between a warrior and a concubine, leading to devastating consequences.

A guardian angel is sent to Earth to stop a man from killing himself. The angel shows the man what his life would have been like if he had never existed, helping him realize the impact he has had on others.

A retired detective with acrophobia is hired to follow a troubled woman, but becomes obsessed with her. As he delves deeper into her secrets, he uncovers a tragic past and must confront his own fears and obsessions.

In Splash, a mermaid named Madison falls in love with Allen Bauer, a produce seller in New York City. They meet when Allen falls into the water and Madison rescues him. Despite their differences, they develop a deep connection and face challenges in their relationship. The movie explores themes of love, acceptance, and the challenges of being in a relationship with someone from a different world.

In Friday the 13th Part VIII: Jason Takes Manhattan, Jason Voorhees, the supernatural killer with a hockey mask, wreaks havoc on a boat full of high school graduates traveling to New York City. As he stalks and slaughters his victims, the group tries to survive amidst a series of brutal murders and supernatural horrors. The movie combines elements of adventure, horror, and thriller as the survivors face their worst nightmares in the streets of Manhattan.

During World War II, a young boy named Angus finds a mysterious egg that hatches into a water horse, a creature from Celtic mythology. He forms a strong bond with the water horse and names it Crusoe. Together, Angus and Crusoe navigate the challenges of war-torn Scotland and the presence of the Loch Ness Monster. They face danger, adventure, and must protect Crusoe from those who want to exploit its existence.

Balto, a half-wolf half-dog, lives a peaceful life in Nome, Alaska until the town is hit by a devastating epidemic. With the help of his friends, Balto embarks on a dangerous journey to deliver the much-needed medicine and save the town.

Shortbus follows the lives of several sexually diverse individuals in Brooklyn, New York, as they navigate relationships, self-discovery, and personal challenges. The film explores themes of love, sexuality, and the search for meaningful connections.

The Rescuers is a heartwarming animated adventure film about a group of mice who set out to rescue a young girl named Penny from the clutches of an evil woman named Madame Medusa. With the help of an albatross named Orville and a brave janitor named Bernard, the mice face numerous obstacles and dangers to save Penny and bring her back home safe and sound.

The Devil's Backbone tells the story of a young boy named Carlos who arrives at an isolated orphanage during the Spanish Civil War. As he navigates the hostile environment, he discovers that the ghost of a former student haunts the institution. With secrets and political tensions escalating, Carlos must uncover the truth and confront the supernatural forces at play.

The Cameraman is a silent film comedy directed by Buster Keaton and Edward Sedgwick. The film follows the journey of a newsreel cameraman who falls in love with a secretary and tries to impress her by becoming a successful cameraman. Along the way, he faces various comedic obstacles and adventures, including a monkey, a streetcar, and a boat accident. Despite his best efforts, he struggles to capture the perfect shot and win the girl's heart. The Cameraman is considered one of Keaton's finest films, showcasing his trademark physical comedy and innovative filmmaking techniques.

A bullied young boy named Owen befriends Abby, a young female vampire who lives in secrecy with her guardian. As their friendship deepens, Abby's guardian struggles to secure blood for her, leading to a series of violent events. Owen discovers Abby's true nature and becomes her protector and handler, as they embark on a journey to find a new life.

After being released from prison, a man assumes the identity of a dead person and gets involved in a casino robbery. However, things get complicated when he falls for a manipulative woman and becomes entangled in a web of deceit, manipulation, and violence. With Christmas season as the backdrop, he must navigate through a small town filled with dangers and unexpected twists to survive and achieve his goals.

In this action-fantasy film, a sorcerer falls in love with a white snake demon, leading to a forbidden romance. They must navigate the challenges of their unconventional love and confront powerful supernatural beings.

In the year 1900, a scientist invents a time machine and travels to the year 802,701, where he discovers a dystopian future. He encounters two opposing societies: the peaceful and naive Eloi and the underground-dwelling, cannibalistic Morlocks. As he tries to find a way back to his own time, he forms a friendship with a young Eloi woman and learns the dark secrets of this future world.

Riding in Cars with Boys is a movie based on the true story of Beverly Donofrio, a woman who struggles with drug addiction, teenage pregnancy, and her dream of becoming a writer. Set in the 1960s and 1980s, the film explores Beverly's life as she navigates marriage problems, single motherhood, and her relationship with her son. With themes of coming-of-age, friendship, and resilience, Riding in Cars with Boys presents a raw and honest portrayal of one woman's determination to create a better life for herself and her child.