Movies and TvShows featuring "tropics" theme.

Gilligan's Island is a comedic TV show about a group of castaways who are stranded on a tropical island after their boat is shipwrecked. They must learn to survive on the island while hoping to be rescued.

Das Traumschiff follows the stories of passengers and crew members aboard a luxury cruise ship, as they navigate through various adventures, romances, and comedic situations.

During World War II, U.S. Marine Private Robert Witt is AWOL and living with Melanesian natives. He is found and imprisoned but later joins his unit. The soldiers of C Company, 25th Infantry Division, land on Guadalcanal and prepare to take Hill 210, a key Japanese position. The soldiers face heavy resistance, and tensions arise among them. Captain Staros and Lieutenant Colonel Tall clash over a frontal assault on the Japanese bunker. The men eventually succeed in taking the bunker and are rewarded with leave. Private Bell receives a letter from his wife, who wants a divorce. Captain Staros is relieved of command and offered a position in Washington, D.C. The soldiers continue their patrols and encounter a Japanese column, resulting in the death of Private Coombs and Private Witt. The company receives a new commanding officer, Captain Bosche, and eventually leaves Guadalcanal.

In the 1930s, a French convict named Papillon befriends a fellow criminal, Dega, as they begin their sentence on Devil's Island, a penal colony in South America. Papillon, determined to escape, convinces Dega to join him in his plan. They endure harsh conditions, crocodile attacks, and betrayal as they make their way to freedom. Despite setbacks and the passage of time, Papillon's determination leads him to eventually succeed and outlive the prison.

During World War II, British prisoners of war are tasked with building a bridge over the river Kwai for the Japanese. Unbeknownst to them, the allied forces are planning a commando raid to destroy it. The story follows the struggle of the British POWs under the leadership of Colonel Nicholson as they navigate the hardships of construction, while the commando group led by Major Warden and American Navy Commander Shears embark on a mission to blow up the bridge.

During World War II, a group of American soldiers are dropped into Burma to carry out a mission against Japanese forces. They face numerous challenges and dangers as they navigate the treacherous jungle and battle against the enemy.

The Three Caballeros follows the adventures of Donald Duck as he explores the wonders of South America. Along the way, he encounters various characters and experiences the vibrant culture and stunning landscapes of the region. From Bahia, Brazil to the snowy landscapes of Antarctica, Donald Duck's journey is filled with music, comedy, and excitement.

After a shipwreck in the 1800s, a man finds himself marooned on a tropical island. He must use his survival skills to stay alive and face challenges such as cannibals and a slave auction.

Mutiny on the Bounty is a story based on true events that took place in the 18th century. It follows the journey of the British naval ship, Bounty, and its crew as they face punishment, hardship, and discontent. The tyrannical captain and the animosity among the sailors lead to a mutiny on the ship. The crew takes a detour to a tropical island, Tahiti, where they encounter a language barrier and interact with the native tribe. The movie explores themes of discipline, questioning authority, and the consequences of rebellion.

During World War II, a group of American soldiers find themselves stranded on a Pacific island. As they struggle to survive and maintain their sanity, they face various challenges such as enemy soldiers, shark attacks, and diseases like malaria. With limited resources and constant danger, the soldiers must rely on their training and ingenuity to stay alive.

Red Dust tells the story of a love triangle in a rubber plantation in French Indochina, where a plantation overseer falls in love with the wife of a surveyor. The tropical setting, racial tensions, and infidelity create a dramatic backdrop for the characters' struggles.

Set on a Pacific island during a heavy rainstorm, a group of people seek refuge in a general store. An American missionary, fearing the effects of the rampant immorality, tries to convert a prostitute. Their clash leads to a tragic outcome.

For decades, pirates roamed the seas, searching for booty to plunder and coastal villages to terrorize. Who were these men and women? As you dig beneath the myth of Blackbeard, Captain Kidd and other legendary warriors of the waters in this docudrama, you'll discover who they were and what motivated them to wreak havoc wherever they sailed. Includes the movie Long John Silver's Return to Treasure Island.

During World War II, a British army major finds himself in a moral dilemma as he leads his brigade against Japanese soldiers in the Burmese jungle. The major must navigate the challenges of warfare, including ambushes, imprisonment, and the ethical complexities of war crimes. As the conflict unfolds, the major grapples with questions of morality and the consequences of his actions, all while trying to survive in the harsh jungle environment.

In a field hospital during World War Two, a doctor must confront a syphilis outbreak that threatens the lives of his patients. As he tries to cure them, he must also face his own demons and the challenges of a war-torn environment.

All the Way Boys is a 1972 action-comedy film about two friends, Sal and Vince, who embark on an adventure to recover a priceless gem in Peru. Along the way, they encounter various obstacles, including dangerous jungle adventures, airplane crashes, knife fights, and deceitful schemes. The duo must use their cunning and friendship to outsmart the kingpin and his exploitative schemes while dodging piranhas and other perils.

Guadalcanal Diary follows the harrowing experiences of a group of American soldiers as they fight for survival and victory in the Pacific Theater. The film portrays the intense jungle warfare, courageous acts, and the human cost of war. It showcases the camaraderie among the soldiers and highlights their bravery in the face of overwhelming odds.

The story of a pair of Australian pilots working for a small South Pacific airline. Paul, a wildly successful womanizer, leaving conquests at every port and Martin, sad and lonely in his search for a true love. Together, they... well, they don't do much of anything besides chase girls on various Polynesian islands.

In the midst of the first Indochina War in 1954, the 317th platoon of French soldiers find themselves behind enemy lines in the treacherous jungle. As they struggle to survive, tensions rise and comradeship is put to the test.

Learning To See is a documentary film about a wildlife photographer who embarks on a journey to explore and capture the beauty of the Amazon rainforest. Through his lens, he discovers the intricate details of the rainforest ecosystem and encounters various wildlife creatures, including snakes, mantises, and other insects. The film also delves into the photographer's personal journey as he reflects on his mid-life crisis and the transformative power of nature.