Movies and TvShows featuring "teleplay-adapted-by-author" theme.
The 39th NHK Taiga Drama is Aoi Tokugawa Sandai. It is James Miki's dynamic and colorful tale of three generations of the Tokugawa dynasty--from its founder Ieyasu to Iemitsu, the third Shogun who solidified the Tokugawa power base.
Emil is a naughty child who constantly gets into mischief on his family's farm in rural Sweden. Despite his mischievous nature, Emil has a heart of gold and is deeply loved by his family and friends. Set in the early 1900s, this TV show is based on the beloved novel and showcases the adventures of Emil as he navigates childhood on a farm.
The drama depicts the crisis of a couple in the midst of a malaise, the anguish of their children as they grow into adulthood, the disintegration of their family, and finally the collapse of their house due to water damage.
Further Tales of the City is a TV mini-series that revolves around the lives of the diverse residents of 28 Barbary Lane in San Francisco. The story explores themes of love, friendship, and self-discovery within the LGBTQ+ community.
This TV show adaptation of the classic novel 'The Phantom of the Opera' follows the story of a masked phantom who falls in love with a young opera singer and terrorizes the Paris Opera House. It explores themes of love, obsession, and desire within the backdrop of the opera world.
Madicken is a comedy-drama TV show that takes place in a small town. It follows the adventures of a young girl named Madicken and her family. The show is based on a popular novel and combines humor and drama to create a heartwarming story.
A miniseries based on the Jackie Collins novel "Lady Boss." In this sequel to "Chances," Lucky Santangelo returns to Hollywood determined to become its most powerful woman.
Dr Robyn Penrose is a lecturer in English at Rummidge University. Vic Wilcox is the Managing Director of Pringle's, an engineering firm in Rummidge. They meet when Robyn is told by her Head of Department to "shadow" Vic as part of Industry Year. They are initially hostile to each other but gradually come to understand each other's point of view. Based on the novel by David Lodge.
The Winds of War is an epic family saga that follows the lives of various characters during World War II. It explores the personal and political struggles they face, as well as their relationships and experiences during this tumultuous period in history. The story is set in various locations, including Japan, London, and Berlin, and features an ensemble cast. The series delves into themes such as love, war, betrayal, and the human spirit.
Pippi Longstocking is a young girl with supernatural powers who lives alone with her horse and monkey. She becomes friends with a young boy and they go on adventures together. Pippi is known for her braided hair and redheaded appearance. The show is based on the cult-favorite children's book and features a strong female protagonist.
Favorite Son is a miniseries about political intrigue that aired on NBC in 1988 a week before that year's presidential election. It starred Harry Hamlin, Linda Kozlowski, James Whitmore, Robert Loggia, John Mahoney, Ronny Cox, and a pre-Seinfeld Jason Alexander. The miniseries was adapted from the 1987 novel of the same written by Steve Sohmer, who also wrote the teleplay.
This mini-series is a critically acclaimed drama of psychological intrigue, conspiracy and murder. It began in 1979 with the grisly discovery of school teacher Susan Reinert's nude, battered body. It ended seven years later, after one of the most massive homicide investigations in history.
A recovering alcoholic writer becomes the caretaker of an isolated hotel during the winter, but supernatural forces drive him to madness and lead to a deadly confrontation.
77-year-old Maurice James Kingsley writtes a successful novel about a fashion model, in this Dennis Potter miniseries. But Maurice’s furious niece recognises her life in its pages.
Empire Falls is a small town in Maine with a blue-collar community. Miles Roby, the manager of the Empire Grill, goes through various challenges as he navigates his personal and professional life. The series explores themes of family, love, and the struggles of working-class individuals.
Comanche Moon is a TV mini-series set in 19th century Texas, following the adventures of the Texas Rangers as they deal with conflicts and challenges posed by the Comanche Indians. The story revolves around the struggles of the Rangers to maintain law and order in the American South amidst the backdrop of the Wild West. The plot explores the dynamics between the Rangers and the Comanches, highlighting the complex relationships, battles, and cultural clashes between the two groups. With elements of drama and Western, Comanche Moon offers a thrilling and captivating narrative filled with action, adventure, and historical context.
Death of a Salesman follows a salesman named Willy Loman who, after years of hard work, finds himself facing the harsh realities of his life. As he struggles with the pressures of his failing career and strained relationships with his family, Willy dreams of a better future and reflects on his past mistakes.
Prescription: Murder is a crime drama and mystery TV movie from 1968. It revolves around a psychiatrist who assists a detective in investigating a murder case. The plot revolves around an alibi, impersonation, and a murder play. The psychiatrist and the detective engage in a battle of wits to solve the case.
The Diary of Ellen Rimbauer is a chilling and mysterious movie based on the novel of the same name. It tells the story of Ellen Rimbauer, who begins keeping a diary as a young girl and continues throughout her life. The diary reveals the dark secrets of her marriage to the wealthy oil magnate John Rimbauer, their dysfunctional relationship, and the supernatural events that occur within their haunted mansion. As Ellen's downward spiral unfolds, the movie explores themes of fear, hate, and deliberate cruelty, making it a gripping psychological horror thriller.
In the 1960s, amidst the Cold War tensions, a group of tourists become trapped inside an American embassy behind the Iron Curtain. Hilarity ensues as they try to find a way to escape while unintentionally creating chaos.