Movies and TvShows featuring "time-loop" theme.

In the small town of Winden, two children go missing, prompting an investigation that uncovers a complex web of secrets. As the search for the missing children intensifies, the dark past of the town and its residents is revealed, including the existence of a time portal, a nuclear power plant, and a series of mysterious disappearances spanning multiple time periods. The interconnected lives of the town's inhabitants become entangled in a surreal journey involving time loops, time travel, and the manipulation of past and future events. With each revelation, the characters grapple with their own personal tragedies and the consequences of their actions, creating a suspenseful and mind-bending narrative.

Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World- follows Subaru Natsuki, a high school student who is suddenly transported to a parallel world. There, he discovers that he has the ability to return to a specific point in time whenever he dies. Subaru soon finds himself caught up in a dangerous web of events and must navigate this new world while trying to uncover the truth behind his ability and find a way back home.

In a world where mass extinction events threaten humanity, a covert organization known as 'The Lazarus Project' has the power to manipulate time and prevent these catastrophes. With the ability to make time go backwards, they work tirelessly to ensure the survival of mankind. However, their operations are shrouded in secrecy and the consequences of altering the past are unknown. As they navigate through dangerous missions and face both internal and external conflicts, they must grapple with the ethical implications of their actions. Can they save humanity without unraveling the fabric of time?

Higurashi: When They Cry (2006) is a suspenseful and brutal TV show that follows the story of a group of friends living in a village plagued by mysterious deaths. As they unravel the truth behind the gruesome murders, they find themselves trapped in a time loop, facing insanity and terror. With its macabre plot and psychological thrills, this anime is a must-watch for horror enthusiasts.

The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya follows the story of a high school girl named Haruhi Suzumiya, who possesses godlike powers and is completely unaware of it. She forms a school club called the SOS Brigade, with the goal of finding aliens, time travelers, and espers. However, the other members of the club, including Kyon, a normal student, soon discover that Haruhi's desires can shape reality, leading them on various strange adventures.

Due to the death of her childhood friend, Shinpei returns to her native home on Hitogashima and reunites with his family. However, beneath the surface, this island holds some secrets that are about to be revealed.

Steins;Gate 0 is a TV show set in a dystopian future where the protagonist, Okabe Rintarou, tries to save his friends from a tragic fate by utilizing time-traveling technology and artificial intelligence. The story explores themes of grief, loss, and the consequences of altering the past.

A rancher named [name] is determined to protect his land and family from various conflicts. However, his life takes a drastic turn when he stumbles upon a mind-boggling mystery situated at the outskirts of Wyoming's vast wilderness. As he delves deeper into the enigma, he uncovers an unfathomable phenomenon that defies all logic and understanding. [name]'s journey becomes a thrilling and suspenseful tale, filled with supernatural elements, psychological drama, and the exploration of unexplained phenomena. Will he be able to unravel the secrets hidden within this captivating and dangerous landscape? Discover the secrets of the Outer Range.

Higurashi: When They Cry - NEW (2020) follows a group of friends in the small town of Hinamizawa who become entangled in a series of gruesome murders and supernatural events. As they uncover the dark secrets of the town and its residents, they are trapped in a time loop, forced to relive the same terrifying events over and over again.

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?

Reality and fantasy seem to be breaking down for student Kyo Sogoru. Is he really a smart but unpopular swim enthusiast at Maihama High School, or is he a pilot of a giant robot in a war-devastated world? Which life is real and which is fantasy?

Steins;Gate follows the story of a group of friends who accidentally stumble upon a way to send messages to the past. As they experiment with time travel, they unknowingly become involved in a dangerous conspiracy that puts their lives at risk. They must navigate the complexities of time travel and make difficult choices to protect themselves and unravel the mysteries surrounding their invention.

A sorcerer tears pages from a book and escapes with the help of his followers. Renowned surgeon Dr. Strange, after a car accident, loses the ability to use his hands. He travels to Nepal and learns about the mystical world from the Ancient One. Strange trains in Kamar-Taj and discovers the existence of other dimensions. A former student of the Ancient One, Kaecilius, steals a spell and plans to call in Dormammu from the Dark Dimension to take over the world. Strange must use his newfound powers to stop him and protect Earth.

When Jacob discovers clues to a mystery that stretches across time, he finds Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children. But the danger deepens after he gets to know the residents and learns about their special powers.

Mo Lian Cheng is the 8th prince of Dongyue who is forced to marry Qu Tan Er who was already in love with Mo Yi Huai (Mo Lian Cheng's elder brother). Qu Tan Er tries to commit suicide one day because she doesn't want to marry Mo Lian Cheng but doesn't succeed. One day, she woke up and another person entered her body, two people in one body but each person has a different personality and actions. Every time one of them tells a lie, they would switch bodies. Although their outer appearance is the same, their souls aren't. Mo Lian Cheng is suspicious at why Qu Tan Er is sometimes so different but soon he falls in love with Xiao Tan, who is not lady like. Xiao Tan who is from the modern world tries all methods so she can go back but so far nothing helps. Can Xiao Tan ever go back to the modern world?

In the year 2029, a war between humans and machines is being fought. A soldier is sent back in time to 1984 to protect a woman who plays a key role in humanity's future. A cyborg assassin is also sent back to kill her. They must evade the assassin and find a way to prevent the future war.

Rishe, the duke’s daughter, is no stranger to reincarnation—it’s her seventh life, after all. Each life restarts at her broken engagement. Having been a merchant, a maid, and a knight, she now desires leisure. But her world changes when a prince, who killed her in a past life, proposes! To prevent war and live to a ripe old age, she begins her seventh life as the bride of an enemy nation’s prince.

Puella Magi Madoka Magica is a dark fantasy TV show that follows the story of Madoka Kaname, a middle school girl who is approached by a magical creature named Kyubey. Kyubey offers Madoka and her friend Sayaka the chance to become magical girls and grant any wish they desire. However, in exchange for their powers, they must fight witches, powerful creatures born from despair. As they embark on their journey, Madoka and Sayaka soon realize the true price they must pay for their wishes.

After a bus-bomb explosion, the lives of video game architect Xiao Heyun and college student Li Shiqing are trapped in a time loop. With each reset, they collaborate with the police to uncover the truth and prevent the explosion, determined to save innocent lives.

Starlight is a play loved throughout the world. Karen and Hikari make a promise with each other when they're young that one day they'll stand on that stage together. Time passes, and now the girls are 16 years old. Karen is very enthusiastic about the lessons she takes every day, holding her promise close to her heart. Hikari has transferred schools and is now away from Karen. But the cogs of fate turn, and the two are destined to meet again. The girls and other Stage Girls will compete in a mysterious audition process to gain acceptance into the revue.