Movies and TvShows featuring "sideshow" theme.

In 19th Century Victorian England, Dr. Frederick Treves rescues a heavily disfigured man, The Elephant Man, who is mistreated as a side-show freak. Treves realizes that behind his monstrous appearance, the man possesses kindness, intelligence, and sophistication.

Basket Case 2 follows the story of a mutant named Belial and his loyal brother Duane. After being separated, the brothers reunite and find themselves in a mansion filled with other mutants. As they navigate their way through the bizarre world, they must confront their own demons and face the horrors that await them.

I Was a Rat is a UK children's drama series broadcast on BBC One in autumn 2001 based on the popular children's book I Was a Rat! or The Scarlet Slippers by Philip Pullman. It was aired in the Sunday tea-time slot which traditionally accommodates a children's drama series in the run-up to Christmas. The series was produced by Andy Rowley and starred Calum Worthy in the leading role, alongside Tom Conti and Brenda Fricker. It was adapted by Richard Carpenter, who won a BAFTA award for the work.

In Freaks, a group of circus sideshow performers seek revenge on a trapeze artist who plots to murder one of their own. The film explores themes of disability, bigotry, and betrayal as the characters navigate a world of human deformity and societal prejudice.

In Freaked (1993), a young actor and his friends get transformed into freaks when they visit an amusement park run by a mad scientist. They must then find a way to escape and return to their normal lives.

Koko-di Koko-da is a dark comedy movie that follows the story of a couple who find themselves trapped in a time loop while on a camping trip. They must confront their inner demons and face the horrors of their past in order to break free from the cycle.

In The Ape Woman, a young woman with grotesque features is exploited in a circus sideshow, where she is forced to sing against her will. This dark comedy explores themes of exploitation and the human fascination with the grotesque.

Dr. Parnassus, an immortal mystic, must protect his daughter from the Devil, who claims her soul on her 16th birthday. In a race against time, he enlists the help of various characters to win the souls needed to save her. A captivating and surreal journey unfolds as Dr. Parnassus faces his dark past and fights for his daughter's freedom.

Something Wicked This Way Comes is a fantasy horror movie based on the novel by Ray Bradbury. The story follows two young boys, Jim Nightshade and Will Halloway, who discover that a mysterious carnival has come to their small town. The carnival is run by the enigmatic Mr. Dark, who offers the townspeople their deepest desires at a price. As the boys uncover the dark secrets of the carnival, they must confront their own fears and decide whether to save their town from its sinister influence.

In 'Nightmare Alley,' an ambitious con artist with a gift for mind reading manipulates his way to success in the cut-throat world of a traveling carnival. However, his rise is followed by a dark and tragic fall.

Jonah Hex meets fellow bounty hunter Slow Go Smith when Slow Go saves him from certain death at the hands of a murderous gang. Hex must intervene when Slow Go's life is put in danger.

Set in 19th-century Ohio, "Beloved" tells the story of Sethe, a former slave haunted by the ghost of her baby. As she tries to rebuild her life, the past comes back to haunt her, leading to a powerful and emotional journey of freedom, regret, and resilience.

The Unholy Three follows a group of criminals who use disguises to pull off a series of robberies. Along the way, they encounter unrequited love, betrayal, and a murder trial. This silent film combines elements of macabre and redemption, set against the backdrop of a Christmas Eve.

Even Cowgirls Get the Blues (1993) is a comedy-drama-romance film about a young woman named Sissy Hankshaw who embarks on a cross-country journey to find herself. Along the way, she encounters various eccentric characters, explores her sexuality, and challenges societal norms. With its quirky humor and unique perspective, the film offers a refreshing take on female empowerment and self-acceptance.

When the enigmatic showman Dr. Lao comes to a small western town, he brings with him a magical circus that offers the townspeople enchanting spectacles, but also stirs up hidden desires and fears. As the townspeople interact with Dr. Lao and his various personas - a Chinese man, a snake charmer, a panther-woman, and more - they confront their own shortcomings and learn valuable lessons about themselves and the world they inhabit.

In Meridian, a young art restorer named Catherine travels to Italy to restore an old painting located in a mysterious castle. As she delves deeper into the restoration, Catherine uncovers a dark prophecy and a portal to another world. With the help of a priest and a carnival performer, she must break the curse that has plagued the castle for centuries. Along the way, Catherine encounters evil magicians, a sideshow featuring a strongman and a snake charmer, and an evil twin. She must confront her own fears and find true love to overcome the supernatural forces at play.

In Ghoulies II, a group of demons wreak havoc at an amusement park, terrorizing visitors and causing mayhem. As the chaos unfolds, a brave group of individuals must band together to stop the ghoulies and save innocent lives. With a mix of comedy and horror, this film provides thrilling entertainment.

Torture Garden is an anthology horror film that follows a group of people who visit a mysterious carnival sideshow. Each person is forced to confront their deepest fears and desires, leading to shocking and horrifying outcomes. The film explores themes of greed, murder, obsession, and the supernatural.

Roustabout is a drama musical film set in the South. It tells the story of a drifter who joins a carnival and falls in love with a singer. However, their relationship is challenged by an overprotective father and various obstacles.

In a 1930s freakshow, a werewolf seeks revenge on the knife-thrower who mutilated him. Loyalty and love are tested as the freakshow spirals into mayhem, with cannibalism, bloodshed, and an implied-fellatio scene involving an armless man. The gore and horror reach a nightmarish climax as the twisted carnival becomes a stage for carnage.