Movies and TvShows featuring "salvation-army" theme.
The lives of several strangers intersect as their beliefs and faith are tested when a pastor challenges them to either live out their faith or deem it unnecessary.
Hallelujah! was a British sitcom made by Yorkshire Television for the ITV network and was broadcast from April 1983 to December 1984. The series was set in a Salvation Army citadel in the fictional Yorkshire town of Brigthorpe during series 1. Captain Emily Ridley has been posted there, having been an active member of the Salvation Army for 42 years. Despite the town and residents being seemingly pleasant, Emily is determined to flush out sin from behind the net curtains. Assisting Emily are her niece Alice Meredith. The programme was a repeat collaboration between Hird and the creator Dick Sharples, having worked together on the comedy series In Loving Memory between 1979 and 1986. The show even featured guest appearances from guest stars like Hird's Last of the Summer Wine co-star actor Michael Aldridge and television presenter & Countdown Legend Richard Whiteley Himself.
The 39 Steps is a thrilling crime mystery movie set in the 1930s. Richard Hannay, an innocent man, becomes embroiled in a conspiracy when a mysterious woman is murdered in his apartment. Accused of the crime, Hannay goes on the run to uncover the truth and clear his name. Along the way, he encounters dangerous spies, secret agents, and a vast conspiracy that threatens national security. With suspenseful chase sequences, unexpected twists, and a dash of romance, The 39 Steps keeps viewers on the edge of their seats.
The Phantom Carriage follows the story of a drunkard named David Holm who dies on New Year's Eve and is visited by the ghostly carriage of Death, which takes him on a journey through his past sins. Through a series of flashbacks, we see David's abusive behavior towards his wife and the Salvation Army's efforts to reform him. Ultimately, David is given a chance at redemption and must confront his past actions before it's too late.
Excessive Force is a 1993 action movie about a police detective who goes up against a dangerous drug dealer. As he investigates the case, he is faced with police brutality, race relations, and a home invasion that puts his life in danger. With the help of his sparring partner and saxophonist friend, he fights to bring down the criminal and restore justice.
During World War II, the British government creates a fictitious officer as part of a covert operation to deceive the Germans.
After being brutally beaten and left for dead, a man wakes up with no memory of his past. He navigates through Helsinki, Finland, relying on the kindness of strangers and the help of a charity shop worker to find a job and a place to call home.
In search of her estranged husband, a mother brings her 3 children to Los Angeles in the hope of finding him. With no prospects they wander the streets; becoming beggars before long. Things start to turn around for them when the mother meets a Christian missionary.
In 19th century Victorian England, the eccentric members of two wealthy families discover they are all competing for a tontine - a large sum of money that will go to the last living survivor. As they scheme and plot against each other, hilarious mishaps and mistaken identities ensue, leading to murder, train crashes, and a hunt for a serial killer. With dark comedy and witty humor, this movie is a delightful and chaotic romp through the eccentricities of Victorian society.
At a meeting at the Salvation Army a female soldier tells the story of her life.
A retired prizefighter becomes the unlikely guardian of a young orphan boy recently arrived from England to New York's Bowery District.
Heavens Above! (1963) is a satirical comedy about a well-meaning and naïve vicar who becomes the head of a wealthy suburban church. As he tries to implement radical changes and help the community, he is met with resistance and finds himself caught in a web of absurd situations. From mistaken identity to impersonating a priest, the vicar finds himself in hilarious and chaotic circumstances that highlight the naivety and challenges of trying to make a difference.
In this romantic comedy set in New York during the pre-code era, a singer gets involved with a smuggler and a Salvation Army officer while trying to navigate her way through a gold digger's secrets and a police officer's affections.
Elizabeth Is Missing follows the story of Maud, a woman with dementia who becomes obsessed with finding her missing friend, Elizabeth. As Maud's memory deteriorates, she navigates through multiple timelines and uncovers dark secrets. The film showcases the complexities of Maud's relationship with her daughter and the challenges faced by caregivers. It explores themes of friendship, loss, and the effects of dementia on the individual and their loved ones.
While conducting a street corner meeting in the slums, a recent Salvation Army convert encounters her crooked former lover.
When an orphanage is threatened by a corrupt sheriff and a counterfeiting ring, a group of Robin Hood-like gangsters step in to save the day. Filled with singing, dancing, and comedic antics, they must navigate the world of organized crime and illegal gambling to protect the innocent.
Major Barbara follows the story of a young woman who is torn between her estranged father, a wealthy weapons manufacturer, and her work with the Salvation Army. Inheritance, family relationships, and the clash between morality and wealth are major themes in the film.
A group of criminals posing as Santa Claus and his helpers open a luggage store as a front for their bank robbery plans. However, they face unexpected challenges and must navigate through a series of comedic situations to pull off the heist.
In Berlin, a judge is assigned a case involving an airplane hijacking and a defector. As he navigates the political tensions between East and West Berlin, he must also confront his own ideals and the complexities of the justice system.
