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Haruyoshi Kuga, a genius exorcist, is betrayed and nearly killed. He uses a reincarnation spell to be reborn as Seika Lamprogue in a new world. Seika is part of a distinguished wizard family and his only wish is to find happiness. However, Seika's onmyo art surpasses the magic of this world, making his life anything but easy and carefree.

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Wise Man's Grandchild
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Wise Man's Grandchild (2019)

6.9
TV_14

After dying in his world, Shin Wolford is reborn in a fantasy realm where he becomes the adopted grandson of Merlin Wolford, a legendary magician. Raised with incredible magical abilities, Shin enrolls in the prestigious Magic Academy and navigates the challenges of school life while uncovering a conspiracy that threatens the kingdom. Along the way, he forms strong bonds with his friends and uses his exceptional powers to protect his new home.

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Dan Bashin is a young Card Battler who dreams of winning the championship tournament of the trading card game Battle Spirits. One day, he follows a strange girl he meets at the championship. Suddenly he is flung into the Otherworld Grand Rolo ruled by Ikaiou. It is a world where Card Battles with Battle Spirits are the ultimate form of combat.

Zapped
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Zapped (2018)

6.8

In the TV show Zapped (2016), a high school student named Brian Weaver acquires a magical amulet that transports him to a parallel fantasy world. In this strange land, Brian must navigate through a medieval village filled with mythical creatures, wizards, and mermaids. As an unlikely hero, Brian must learn to use his newfound powers to survive and find a way back home. Along the way, he encounters psychopathic individuals, experiences interdimensional travel, and even explores alternate realities. Zapped (2016) is a comedic sitcom that combines elements of fantasy and sci-fi.

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Idaten Jump
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Idaten Jump (2006)

8.3
TV_PG

Idaten Jump follows the story of Sho Yamato, a young boy who discovers a hidden world of racing on mountain bikes. With the help of his friends, Sho embarks on thrilling adventures, competing against powerful opponents and uncovering the secrets of the idaten bikes. As he races through different terrains and overcomes various challenges, Sho learns valuable lessons about determination, teamwork, and the power of friendship.

Dinotopia
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Dinotopia (2002)

6.5
TV_PG

Dinotopia is a TV show set in a lost civilization where humans and dinosaurs coexist. It follows the adventures of two brothers who find themselves on the island and discover their own destinies. They must navigate the challenges of the island, including sibling rivalry, rebellious dinosaurs, and a political power struggle. Along the way, they learn about friendship, family, and the importance of living in harmony with nature.

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Let Me Check the Walkthrough First
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Let Me Check the Walkthrough First (2022)

5.1
TV_14

Liu Yinuo, a 30-year-old ordinary office worker, was accidentally summoned to the game world. To get back to the real world, Liu Yinuo, an excellent game player, began to teach an 18-year-old girl, Tian Enya to play games, who is the savior in the game world. In the end, the two girls finished the goal in the game world with the help of many partners and returned to the real world with a more positive attitude towards life.

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Watcher(2022)

6.3
tomato88%
R
96Minutes

Julia, an American actress, moves to Bucharest with her husband. She becomes fearful when she notices a man watching her from an apartment window, and her fear intensifies as she learns about a serial killer in the area. Julia befriends her neighbor, follows the man to a strip club, and discovers the decapitated body of her neighbor. When Julia confronts the man, he attacks her, but she manages to kill him. She is covered in blood when her husband finds her.

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Monster But Wild
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Monster But Wild (2023)

7.1

The player Dongdong mistakenly entered the game world "Azure" and changed into a skeleton, the weakest wild creature. The unidentified Dongdong used his years of gaming experience to amass a band of wild monsters early on. He met the main character, Bubble, made a deal with her to become her strongest pet, and then set off on an amusing and thrilling adventure with Bubble and his new pals in "Azure." The phenomenon of NPCs and wild monsters in the game gradually awakening and yearning for the human world was also identified at this time by Dongdong. To learn the truth and get back to your regular life. The main character group, led by Dongdong, as well as awakened NPCs, regular players, game developers, and other entities started to debate how the two worlds were connected.

Shadow Realm
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Shadow Realm(2002)

6
120Minutes

Shadow Realm is a compilation of four episodes of the short-lived Fox Network television series Night Visions. Each episode contained two stories and were originally hosted by musician/actor/writer Henry Rollins. The Sci-Fi Channel acquired the rights to broadcast the episodes, including the last two unaired episodes and strung them together as an anthology movie. Title sequences and end credits were changed and the Henry Rollins introductions were removed from the final product.

The Horn Blows at Midnight
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The Horn Blows at Midnight(1945)

6.6
tomato64%
78Minutes

In this musical comedy, a trumpet player falls asleep and dreams that he is called to Heaven. Once there, he is given the task of blowing a horn to announce the end of the world. However, he soon discovers that the job is not as easy as it seems. Chaos ensues as he tries to fulfill his heavenly duty and return to Earth. Keywords: trumpet, angel, fallen angel, trumpet player, attempted theft, pop music, musical comedy, supernatural fantasy, pop musical, classic musical, year 1945, midnight, coffee, Manhattan New York City, womanizer, waiter, violin, umbrella, US sailor, ticket agent, swing shift, swing music, suicide threat, New Year's Eve, last judgment, horn, spoon, snoring, sleep, screwball comedy, radio announcer, comedy fantasy, late-night radio, attempted robbery, interrupted suicide attempt, crying woman, jitterbug dancer, archangel, attempted suicide, jewel thief, radio program sponsor, bumbler, bungler, it was all a dream ending, stranger in a strange land, trumpeter, telegram delivery man

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Delta
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Delta(2008)

6.3
tomato71%
96Minutes

Delta (2008) follows a young man who finds himself in a river delta community filled with unfriendly locals and violence. He grapples with existential loneliness and forms a bond with his long-lost sister. As the story unfolds, he is faced with the choice of building a new life or succumbing to the darkness of his surroundings.

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Schultze Gets the Blues
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Schultze Gets the Blues(2003)

7
tomato74%
PG
114Minutes

After spending his whole life working as a miner in a small German town, Schultze is forced into retirement. With nothing to do, he starts playing his accordion and discovers zydeco music. Intrigued by the sound, Schultze becomes obsessed with this newfound passion and decides to travel to Louisiana, the birthplace of zydeco, in search of adventure and fulfillment. Along the way, he encounters various eccentric characters and experiences the joys and challenges of being a stranger in a strange land.

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White Shadows in the South Seas
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White Shadows in the South Seas(1928)

6.8
88Minutes

White Shadows in the South Seas is a silent film that follows a doctor who is haunted by his shameful past. Stranded on a tropical island, he must face the consequences of his actions and navigate through a dangerous and unpredictable environment. As he tries to survive and find redemption, he encounters native people, deals with cultural differences, and becomes entangled in a tragic romance. This classic romantic drama explores themes of guilt, forgiveness, and the clash of cultures.

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Savages
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Savages(1972)

5.5
tomato33%
R
106Minutes

A tribe of primitive "mudpeople" encounter a croquet ball, rolling through their forest. Following it, they find themselves on a vast, deserted Long Island estate. Entering, they begin to become civilized and assume the stereotypical roles and dress of people at a weekend party. There follows an allegory of upper-class behavior. At last, they begin to devolve toward their original status, and after a battle at croquet, they disappear into the woods.

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Discover a curated list of movies and TV series that explore the captivating theme of being a "Stranger in a strange land". Immerse yourself in tales of alien worlds, unfamiliar cultures, and characters venturing into unknown territories. From science fiction epics to thought-provoking dramas, embark on thrilling journeys and explore the themes of identity, adaptation, and the human experience. Find your next watch and delve into the enigmatic world of those who find themselves in uncharted territories.

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