Movies and TvShows featuring "succession" theme.
When aristocratic Eddie inherits the family estate, he discovers that it's home to an enormous weed empire — and its proprietors aren't going anywhere.
When the world's largest cattle station is left without a clear heir, rival factions descend as a fierce generational struggle upends the land's future.
The King of Legend is a 2010 South Korean historic drama based on King Geunchogo of Baekje. Besides than the historic info obtained from Samguk Sagi and Samguk Yusa, it was also inspired by a novel written by Lee Munyeol, a renowned Korean writer. The drama was aired on KBS 1TV in Korea, and internationally through KBS World.
Scarlet Heart (2011) is a story about a modern-day woman who travels back in time to the Qing Dynasty. She finds herself trapped in the body of a young girl and becomes entangled in a web of political ambition, manipulation, and forbidden love. As she navigates the dangerous waters of the royal court, she must choose between the crown prince and his charismatic brother, all while trying to find a way back home.
Feng Qingchen is a sorceress of Mingyi Tower, the secret organisation tasked with protecting the royal family. Yuan Ling is a prince from Western Wei, a ruling kingdom during the Northern and Southern Dynasties. Yuan Zhan, the seventh prince, is Yuan Ling’s biggest competitor in both power and love. After getting to know each other, Feng Qingchen is impressed by Yuan Ling’s abilities and suppresses her feelings for the sake of seeing him ascend his rightful position. Despite Qingchen’s contributions to the kingdom, the court is vehemently against Yuan Ling marrying a woman who dabbles in black magic. Yuan Zhan launches a coup on the day of the wedding ceremony, and Qingchen uses her powers to reset the universe in an effort to prevent further bloodshed. Will Qingchen succeed to heal the rift between Yuan Ling and Yuan Zhan? Will Yuan Ling and Yuan Zhan be able to join hands and overthrow the corrupt officials, and eventually return peace to the land? Will the love between Qingchen and Yuan Ling prevail?
Gomorrah is a crime drama TV show that follows the story of the Neapolitan mafia, known as the Camorra. It explores the complex dynamics of power, loyalty, and betrayal within the Italian organized crime syndicate. The show is set in Naples, Italy, and delves into the violent world of drug trafficking, gang warfare, and the struggle for control. It offers a raw and gritty portrayal of the dark side of society and the consequences of living a life of crime.
Monarca is a gripping drama series that revolves around the power struggles, corruption, and intense sibling rivalry within a tequila empire. Set in the 2010s and 2020s, the show takes place in the 21st century, delving into the intricate dynamics of a wealthy Mexican family determined to maintain their legacy.
Happy and accomplished, Ellias becomes the new artistic director of a famous French Haute Couture house. When he learns that his father, whom he has not seen for many years, has just died of a heart attack, Ellias goes to Quebec to settle the estate. The young creator will discover that he has inherited much worse than his father's fragile heart.
Ma Fuya is a princess of the Chu state in 10th-century imperial China during the Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms period. In this time of warring kingdoms and political upheaval, Fuya's uncle usurps the throne and brutally kills her father. Ma Fuya is left an orphan, and she escapes with the help of a eunuch. She also falls in love with Meng Qiyou, the Prince of Later Shu. He instead uses her as a political tool, and he brings her back into his kingdom. Many of his brothers are attracted to her, such as Meng Qixing and Meng Qiyun. Due to her resemblance as Meng Qiyun's mother, the Emperor also falls in love with her. Ma Fuya is forced to marry the Emperor, but the procession is interrupted by Liu Liancheng.
In 1940s British India, archnemeses Mallikajaan and Fareedan are locked in a battle of succession of Heeramandi, an elite house of courtesans, while seeds of rebellion take root in the world around them.
It is the start of the 14th century and Philip IV the Fair reigns supreme over France. His three sons would rule after him. Isabelle, his only daughter, is married to King Edward II of England. Under Philip's reign, France is great but its people are unhappy. Only one power dares to stand up to him: the order of the Knights Templar. When the last Grand Master of the Temple, Jacques de Molay, is burned at the stake, he curses Philip and so begins a dark period, full of blood and violence, death and tears ...
After ten years, a loyal employee is framed for embezzlement, then murdered by his employers, only to be reborn as their youngest son with a yearning for revenge guiding his hostile takeover.
When a young boy named Kyuta runs away from his home, he stumbles upon a world of beasts where he meets Kumatetsu, a grumpy creature who becomes his unlikely father figure. As Kyuta trains to become Kumatetsu's disciple, he discovers the importance of family, friendship, and strong bonds. Together, they navigate the challenges of a magical world and learn valuable life lessons along the way.
Mortal Wound follows the story of a successful businessman from London who is drawn into a web of corruption and deceit in Dubai and Tehran. As he navigates the dangerous world of capitalistic greed and power struggles, he becomes a pawn in a deadly game orchestrated by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. Based on a novel, this thrilling TV show explores the dark underbelly of the Middle East.
In the ruthless criminal underworld of South Korea, an undercover cop finds himself torn between duty and loyalty when he is tasked with infiltrating a powerful crime syndicate. As he climbs the ranks and forms close relationships with the gangsters, he must navigate the dangerous politics and betrayals that come with his double life.
Follows the famed queen Marie Antoinette, who was the last queen of France before the French Revolution.
Elizabeth (1998) is a movie about the early years of Queen Elizabeth I's reign in England. After her Catholic sister dies, Elizabeth, a Protestant, becomes the new Queen. With a distressed England and treasonous nobles, Elizabeth must navigate the challenges of being a monarch. She faces pressure to marry and produce an heir, but delays her decision and continues her secret affair. As she stabilizes her rule and faces assassination attempts, Elizabeth must make difficult choices to secure her place as the Queen.
Set in the 18th century during the Joseon Dynasty, The Throne tells the story of the conflicts within the royal family, particularly between the King and his Crown Prince. The movie explores themes of power, succession, family conflict, and the consequences of decisions made by those in positions of authority. The story is based on true events and provides a glimpse into the history of Chosun Dynasty Korea.
When the ailing king of America's largest renaissance festival declares his retirement, an epic power struggle ensues between an actor, a former elephant trainer, and a kettle-corn kingpin to claim his throne.
A two-night, four-hour primetime television event documenting the fascinating lives of the British royal family, featuring an extraordinary panel of experts and voices. Explore pivotal moments in the crown’s history beginning with a simple question: How exactly did we get here?