Movies and TvShows featuring "talking-to-the-dead" theme.
Dexter Morgan, a blood spatter analyst for the Miami Metro Police Department, leads a double life. During the day, he helps solve crimes by analyzing blood splatter patterns. But at night, Dexter satisfies his dark urges by tracking down and killing other murderers who have evaded the justice system. As Dexter struggles to maintain his so-called 'code' and keep his activities hidden, he navigates relationships, grapples with his own dark past, and tries to balance his 'normal' life with his compulsions.
Medium is a TV show that follows Allison Dubois, a wife, and mother who possesses psychic abilities. She uses her gift to help solve crimes and bring justice to the victims.
Melinda Gordon has the ability to communicate with earthbound spirits, ghosts who cling to the living because they have unfinished business that prevents them from moving beyond the familiar plane of existence that we call life. Inspired in part by the work of famed medium James Van Praagh and of Mary Ann Winkowski, a real-life communicator with spirits, Ghost Whisperer explores the spiritual side of life and death as Melinda navigates among the dead and the living in her sometimes chilling, sometimes heart-rending and sometimes amusing attempts to act as an intermediary between the ghosts and the living.
Six Feet Under follows the lives of the Fisher family, who run a funeral home in Los Angeles. The show explores various themes such as family relationships, sexuality, and mortality, with a mix of comedy and drama.
Ed and Lorraine Warren travel to North London to help a single mother raising four children alone in a house plagued by a supernatural spirit. Anita Gregory, a skeptic, questions the authenticity of the hauntings. The Warrens discover that the demon haunting the house is named Valak. With the help of the Hodgson family, they manage to banish Valak back to Hell.
Rescue Me (2004) is a dark comedy TV show set in New York City that follows the life of a firefighter who struggles with guilt, alcoholism, and post-9/11 trauma. As he deals with the aftermath of 9/11 and the emotional toll it takes on him, he also navigates the challenges of being a firefighter in a dangerous city. The show explores themes of addiction, divorce, and the complex relationships firefighters have with their families and each other. With its unique blend of humor and drama, Rescue Me offers a compelling look at the life of a firefighter in the 21st century.
In the small New England town of Blithe Hollow, Massachusetts, a boy named Norman Babcock is able to speak with the dead. Almost no one believes his ability is genuine, and he is isolated emotionally from his family and bullied by his peers. When Norman has a vision of the town's past and being pursued as a witch, he discovers that he must perform a ritual to protect the town. With the help of his friend Neil, Norman sets off on a journey to retrieve a special book to stop the curse. Along the way, they are pursued by zombies, but eventually find the grave of Agatha, the witch who cursed the town. Norman confronts Agatha's ghost, convincing her to let go of her vengeance and move on. The curse is broken, and Norman is regarded as a hero by his town.
After losing her husband, a woman escapes an abusive boyfriend and goes to live on her estranged father-in-law's Wyoming ranch. There, she forms a bond with her father-in-law, a retired rancher, as they both heal from their past traumas and learn to forgive.
In Ghost Town, a man named Bertram Pincus unexpectedly gains the ability to see and communicate with ghosts after a near-death experience during a routine medical procedure. With this newfound ability, Bertram finds himself being pursued by a lonely ghost named Frank who wants him to prevent his widow from marrying another man. Along the way, Bertram also forms an unlikely friendship with a spirited woman named Gwen. As Bertram navigates his way through the world of the supernatural, he learns valuable lessons about life, love, and the importance of human connections.
Durham County is a gripping crime drama that follows the life of a homicide detective named Mike Sweeney. When a serial killer strikes in his suburban hometown, Mike must navigate the dark underbelly of his community while dealing with personal issues and family dynamics. As the body count rises, secrets are revealed, and Mike must confront his worst fears to bring the killer to justice.
In Blithe Spirit, a crime writer seeks inspiration from a mystic, but accidentally summons the ghost of his deceased wife. Chaos ensues as his current wife becomes increasingly jealous of the supernatural presence, leading to a hilarious series of events involving revenge, farce, and attempts at murder.
Miss Meadows, a sweet and innocent substitute teacher, leads a secret life as a vigilante, taking justice into her own hands. When she learns of a child molester in her town, she must decide whether to stick to her prim and proper life or take action.
A family experiences strange circumstances while being faced with an apparent alien invasion. With their screens as their only source of information, ex-spouses must protect their children from an invisible enemy they don't even know exists.
Fanny and Alexander is a drama/fantasy/mystery film set in 1900s Sweden. The movie follows the Ekdahl family as they navigate the joys and turmoil of the Christmas season. It explores themes such as loss, abuse, and family relationships. Fanny and Alexander, the two young protagonists, find themselves caught in a world filled with magic and reality, as they confront their abusive stepfather and the mysteries that surround their family history.
During World War II, a British soldier finds himself behind enemy lines in Cairo, Egypt. To survive, he assumes the identity of a hotel waiter and becomes embroiled in a dangerous game of espionage and double agents.
In 'The Diabolical,' a single mother and her two children are terrorized by an evil force in their home. As they try to uncover the truth behind the haunting, they realize that they are dealing with something much more sinister than they could have imagined.
Ironweed follows the story of a drifter named Francis Phelan, who returns to his hometown of Albany, New York. He is haunted by his past, especially the death of his infant son. Francis battles alcoholism and struggles with guilt as he tries to mend his broken relationships, including with his wife. Set during the Great Depression, the film delves into themes of love, compassion, and the harsh realities faced by the homeless population.
Idlewild is a movie set in the 1930s and follows the lives of Percival and Rooster, two friends working at a club called Church. Percival dreams of becoming a pianist, while Rooster is involved in criminal activities. Their lives take a dramatic turn when they get entangled in love, betrayal, and redemption.
My Golden Days is a movie set in the 1980s that follows the life of Paul Dédalus, a middle-aged anthropologist, reminiscing about his teenage years and the formative events that shaped his adult life. The story revolves around his relationship with Esther, an elusive and wild woman, and their tumultuous romance. As Paul reflects on his past, he grapples with themes of identity, obsession, and the fleeting nature of youth. The movie explores the complexities of love, the lasting impact of our actions, and the bittersweet nostalgia that comes with the passage of time.