Movies and TvShows featuring "romantic-rivals" theme.

In this psychological thriller, a circus performer with a dark past becomes entangled in a romantic sabotage plot, leading to blackmail, murder, and a police manhunt. As secrets unravel and tensions rise, the characters are forced to confront their fears and desires, resulting in a thrilling and twisted tale of love and betrayal.

Northanger Abbey follows Catherine Morland and her journey as she navigates the world of love and mystery in the English countryside. Set in the 19th century, the story explores themes of innocence, family relationships, and forbidden love. Catherine's journey takes her to a grand estate, where she encounters a love triangle, romantic rivals, and dark secrets hidden within the mansion.

When a widowed father moves into a new home with his children, they soon discover that a cursed antique clock brings about demonic possession and a downward spiral of terrifying events.

Mansfield Park follows the story of Fanny Price, an 18-year-old girl who goes to live with her wealthy relatives at Mansfield Park. As Fanny tries to find her place among her cousins, she faces the challenges of family affairs, romantic rivalries, and societal expectations. Through it all, she must navigate the complexities of love and class differences in 19th-century England.

Peter has to be married by midnight or else his inheritance goes to his uncle... Who happens to live in a "haunted house".

A homeless man and his trusty dog must navigate the challenges of poverty, unemployment, and being chased by the police in this comedic silent film.

When a romance blooms between two rival house flippers, they must navigate their business rivalry and past relationship to find their happily ever after.

The Lower Depths is a film that explores the lives of slum dwellers in 19th-century Japan. It delves into the struggles of the inhabitants, their romantic conflicts, and the complex relationships amongst them. The story navigates themes of love, social class, and the human condition.

A woman named Martha Ivers has built a successful life for herself, but the weight of her dark past and the secrets she holds threaten to unravel everything. As a child, Martha witnessed a murder and her involvement in the crime has haunted her ever since. When her husband, Walter, discovers the truth, Martha will go to great lengths to keep her secrets buried, even if it means destroying those she loves.

In 'The Count' (1916), a tailor pretends to be a nobleman to attend a dance party and win the heart of a rich woman. He faces comedic mishaps, romantic rivalry, and tries to avoid the police.

The Bad Sister tells the story of two sisters, one good and one bad, living in a small town in Ohio during the Great Depression. The bad sister, driven by jealousy and a desire for a better life, plots to sabotage her good sister's relationship with a man they both love. As their rivalry escalates, secrets are revealed and lives are changed forever.

A former district officer is assigned to work on a team of diamond prospectors, who are busy double crossing each other until they are blown up having found bullion.

Tango Tangles (1914) is a comedy short film that revolves around mistaken identity, dance, and romantic rivalry. The story follows a man who gets caught up in a series of comedic misunderstandings when he is mistaken for someone else at a costume ball. As the confusion escalates, he finds himself entangled in a hilarious dance-off and a fight over a girl. The film is filled with slapstick comedy, pratfalls, and funny moments that will keep you entertained throughout.

In this comedy film, a young schoolboy develops a crush on his teacher, leading to a series of misadventures and comedic situations. As his infatuation grows, he becomes involved in a hilarious duel with a romantic rival, with unexpected consequences. Set in England, the film explores themes of obsession, disappointment, and first love, all with a dark and farcical twist.

Making a Living is a silent film comedy that tells the story of a scoundrel paperboy in Los Angeles who gets involved in theft, scoop reporting, and romantic rivalries. With slapstick comedy and a touch of romance, this early cinema debut is a must-watch.

In "The Fatal Mallet," a precocious boy causes a romantic rivalry when he flirts with a woman in a straw hat. Comedy ensues as multiple suitors compete for her attention, resulting in slapstick fights involving bricks and a wooden mallet.

Ruthless is a film-noir drama that tells the story of a woman who becomes entangled in a web of deceit, romance, and class divides. She must navigate her feelings for her adoptive brother, her engagement to a cheating fiancé, and her attraction to an ambitious man. As she tries to find her place in the world, she discovers that appearances can be deceiving and that true love may be closer than she thinks.

Butch Rogers and Sock McGillis are old submarine hands stationed in Panama. On land, Butch and Sock battle over pretty Ann Sawyer. At sea and underwater, however, our two heroes are inseparable.

Summer Storm is a captivating movie set in Soviet Russia during the 1940s. It follows the story of a peasant woman who gets framed for murder and an innocent man gets wrongly convicted. The movie explores themes of love, betrayal, and the pursuit of justice.

Judge Priest, a small-town judge in post-bellum Kentucky, deals with various challenges including love triangles, family issues, and racial stereotypes. With a mentally challenged man as his friend and a romantic rivalry with a neighbor, Judge Priest navigates the complexities of maintaining justice and harmony in his community.