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Big Love
Tv Show

Big Love (2011)

7.7
TV_MA
Taxi Driver
Movie

Taxi Driver(1976)

8.2
tomato89%
R
114Minutes
The Young and Prodigious T.S. Spivet
Movie

The Young and Prodigious T.S. Spivet(2013)

7
tomato78%
PG
105Minutes
Silas
Tv Show

Silas (1981)

7.4

Silas is a 1981 TV mini-series based on the novel of the same name. The story revolves around a 13-year-old boy who runs away with a horse and finds himself joining a circus in a rural village.

Cop Car
Movie

Cop Car(2015)

6.3
tomato82%
R
88Minutes

Two young boys, Travis and Harrison, come across an abandoned police car in a remote area and decide to take it for a joyride. Unbeknownst to them, the car belongs to Sheriff Kretzer, a dangerous and corrupt cop involved in criminal activities. As the boys enjoy their reckless adventure, they accidentally discover a bound and bloodied man in the car trunk. Panicking, they try to dispose of the body, but soon find themselves being pursued by Sheriff Kretzer who will stop at nothing to get his car back and eliminate any witnesses. The boys find themselves caught in a deadly game of cat and mouse, navigating through dangerous situations and trying to stay one step ahead of the relentless cop.

Anchors Aweigh
Movie

Anchors Aweigh(1945)

7
tomato56%
143Minutes

Anchors Aweigh follows two sailors, Joe and Clarence, who are on shore leave in Los Angeles. They encounter a young boy who has run away from home and is searching for his lost dog. The sailors take it upon themselves to help the boy while also pursuing their own romantic interests. Along the way, they encounter various adventures and misadventures, including a meeting with a famous actress and a dance with a cartoon mouse.

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System Crasher
Movie

System Crasher(2019)

7.8
tomato94%
118Minutes

System Crasher (2019) follows a problem child named Benni who urinates on the floor, demonstrates violently outbursts, self-harms, and displays sociopathic behavior. She struggles with loneliness and seeks connection, while her irresponsible mother exacerbates her emotional instability. As her emotional abuse increases, Benni finds herself in jeopardy and becomes a child thief. Through various encounters including medical examinations, hitchhiking, and camping trips, Benni's journey unveils themes of resilience and self-discovery as she searches for a safe and stable environment.

The Thief Lord
Movie

The Thief Lord(2006)

5.9
tomato50%
PG
98Minutes

The Thief Lord follows a group of orphaned children in Venice who form a gang led by the mysterious Thief Lord. They live in an abandoned theater and carry out daring heists, stealing from the rich to provide for themselves. When a detective tries to uncover their secrets, the gang's loyalty and friendship are put to the test. Along the way, they discover magic and uncover a hidden treasure. This heartwarming tale explores themes of friendship, family, and the power of imagination.

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The New Adventures of Pippi Longstocking
Movie

The New Adventures of Pippi Longstocking(1988)

5.9
tomato17%
G
100Minutes

The New Adventures of Pippi Longstocking is a movie about a young girl named Pippi with superhuman strength, who moves into an old cottage Villa Villekulla with a horse and a monkey. She quickly becomes friends with two local children and together they have thrilling adventures, including encountering pirates and searching for hidden treasure. Pippi's unconventional and independent spirit inspires everyone around her.

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The Wild Child
Movie

The Wild Child(1970)

7.5
tomato100%
G
83Minutes

runaway child

Discover a captivating collection of movies and TV shows that explore the heart-wrenching theme of runaway children. Delve into the emotional journeys, turbulent adventures, and bittersweet reunions depicted in these compelling narratives. Explore the trials and triumphs, the tender moments and heart-pounding suspense that awaits in these stories of young fugitives.

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