Movies and TvShows featuring "surrogate-son" theme.

Two lifelong friends fall in love with each other's sons, leading to a complex web of relationships and unfaithfulness.

Chimes at Midnight is a comedy-drama film set in 15th-century England. It follows the life and adventures of the iconic character Falstaff, known for his wit and love for indulgence. The movie explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the clash between generations, all with a touch of Shakespearean humor.

In a small town in Italy during the 1960s, two brothers, one a committed communist and the other a member of a far-right organization, navigate their conflicting ideologies, tumultuous relationships, and the changing political climate.

Cimarron tells the tale of the Cravat family as they navigate the challenges of life in the Oklahoma Territory during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Yancey Cravat, a newspaper owner and adventurer, becomes involved in the land rush and tries to build a successful life for himself and his family. However, their journey is filled with obstacles, including racial segregation, xenophobia, and the ever-present threat of violence. As the Cravats face these challenges head-on, they are forced to confront their own personal ambitions and the impact they have on their loved ones.

After her son goes missing, a grieving mother embarks on a journey to find him, uncovering dark secrets and facing danger along the way.

In 'That's My Mommy,' Tom the cat, mistaking a duckling for his lost son, tries to hatch it in the oven. Jerry the mouse intervenes to save the duckling from harm. The mistaken identity leads to a comedic chase and a heartfelt resolution as Tom learns the importance of being a surrogate father.

The Intruder (2004) is a drama movie set near the French-Swiss border. It follows a man who is living a solitary life and dealing with existential loneliness. His life takes a turn when an intruder enters his world, leading to a series of events involving violence and self-discovery.

Betty Fisher, a successful novelist, becomes entangled in a dangerous game of deception and guilt when her young son is kidnapped by a criminal. As she tries to find her son, she uncovers dark secrets and must confront her own demons.

In 'Save Me,' a man struggling with his homosexual feelings is sent to a Christian conversion therapy center in New Mexico. There, he forms deep connections with the fellow residents and confronts his internalized homophobia. The movie explores themes of friendship, love, religion, and self-discovery.

Geppetto is a woodcarver who longs for a son. One day, a magical blue fairy brings his puppet to life, turning it into a real boy named Pinocchio. Geppetto must navigate the challenges of being a father and help Pinocchio learn the values of honesty and bravery.

After the death of her husband and teenage son, a woman puts an ad in a newspaper for a surrogate child.

An old man named Geppetto creates a wooden puppet named Pinocchio who comes to life

Endgame follows the story of a man who finds himself trapped in a cycle of absurd situations, as he tries to navigate the challenges of life. With dark humor and surreal elements, the movie explores themes of existentialism and the search for meaning.

Romantic tragedy, the story of Tristan and Isolde.

Giulio, a young man from Sicily, arrives in Rome to trace back Aurora, his ex-girlfriend whom he cannot forget. He stays with a couple of family friends, Rosalia and Eugenio, who have lost their only son, Nello, of the same age as Giulio. The presence of Giulio in their house forces Rosalia and Eugenio to come out of their long period of mourning, but at the same time Giulio, realizing that he will probably never find Aurora, starts sinking into a depressive state fueled by drinks and drugs. Rosalia and Eugenio's efforts to get Giulio out of it are in vain and when Giulio finally meets Aurora by accident, things can only get worse.