Movies and TvShows featuring "riding-the-rails" theme.

The Ultimate Life is a heartwarming movie set during the Great Depression. It follows the story of a billionaire redhead man named Jason Stevens, who learns valuable life lessons through his relationships with his family and others. With religious overtones, the plot explores themes of love, perseverance, and the importance of faith. Jason's journey takes him from rags to riches as he discovers oil and builds a fence, all while dealing with a lawsuit and navigating complex relationships.

During the Great Depression, 15-year-old Natty Gann embarks on a cross-country journey to find her father. Along the way, she faces various challenges and encounters both friend and foe. With her loyal wolf-dog companion, she navigates through forests, lumber camps, and hobo camps, learning important life lessons and discovering her own strength and resilience.

I'm Not There is a film that tells the story of Bob Dylan through multiple characters, each representing a different phase in his life and career. It explores themes of identity, fame, and artistic expression. The film takes a non-linear and experimental approach to storytelling, capturing the essence of Dylan's enigmatic and ever-evolving persona within 500 characters.

Bound for Glory is based on the autobiography of Woody Guthrie, a folk musician who travels across the United States during the Great Depression. He experiences poverty, labor struggles, and the harsh reality of the Dust Bowl, all while trying to pursue his passion for music and provide for his family.

Walk on the Wild Side is a melodrama set in the 1930s New Orleans, revolving around the life of a drifter who finds himself in a brothel. He becomes entangled in the lives of the women working there, experiencing love, jealousy, and tragedy.

In this silent film from 1928, two lovers find themselves on the run after a series of unfortunate events. With a disguise and a plan, they navigate through a world filled with danger and uncertainty. Will they be able to escape the clutches of their pursuers? Find out in Beggars of Life.

The Life of Jimmy Dolan tells the story of a talented boxer who becomes an impersonator after a train station theft leaves him in dire circumstances. He finds himself in a world of riches-to-rags, struggling with physical disability and facing a manslaughter charge. Through a series of coincidences, he is nursed back to health by an alcoholic detective and gets a chance at redemption in the boxing arena. Framed for murder and fighting to clear his name, Jimmy Dolan must navigate a world of cynicism, betrayal, and family secrets to reclaim his life.

Chasing his wayward mother to Montana, fifteen year old Jake finds the picture perfect Tucker family instead who photoshop him into their lives, despite his questionable past. Too bad Jake can not stop himself from stealing, being seduced by the sexy next door neighbor, courting the mother of the house, encouraging the son in his first love affair, and leading the neighborhood boys in an ever escalating series of pranks. A drama about stealing radios, cars, and hearts

In Dust Be My Destiny, a man finds himself wrongly convicted of a crime he did not commit. Determined to prove his innocence, he embarks on a journey to uncover the truth, facing obstacles and challenges along the way.

A rich businessman brings home a homeless man who promises to tame his willful 18-year-old daughter.

The Lost Squadron follows a group of World War I fighter pilots who, after the war ends, struggle to find work in Hollywood. They eventually get the chance to work on a film set, but tragedy strikes when one of the pilots dies in an airplane crash. The group seeks revenge and embarks on a personal vendetta against the film's producer, who they believe is responsible for the crash.

In Grips, Grunts and Groans, The Three Stooges find themselves in a series of slapstick-filled adventures. From wrestling matches to boxing bouts and comedic mishaps at a gym, they leave a trail of laughter and chaos. With fake beards, bar bells, and falling objects, their hilarious shenanigans will keep audiences entertained.

The film tells the story of an imigrant to Argentina who works for the railway company of this land. Being a witness to the history of the land of silver in this century the film is also a shortcut of the changes in Argentina during the last 100 years.