Movies and TvShows featuring "universal-studios" theme.
In a post-industrial dystopia, ex-con Jensen Ames is coerced by a prison warden to assume the persona of a legendary racer in a deadly car race against inmates. As he navigates the race filled with deadly traps and rival racers, Ames seeks revenge against the man who framed him for his wife's murder. With the ultimate reward of freedom at stake, Ames must survive the brutal race and protect his daughter at all costs.
Dave, a stressed lawyer and family man, and Mitch, a carefree single man, switch bodies after making a wish at a fountain. As they live each other's lives, they realize that things aren't as easy as they seemed. They search for the fountain to reverse the switch while trying not to mess up each other's lives.
In Cape Town, South Africa, a young CIA agent is tasked with looking after a fugitive in a safe house. But when the safe house is attacked, he finds himself on the run with his charge. Together, they must navigate a dangerous landscape while being pursued by mercenaries and corrupt officials. As they unravel the secrets contained in a stolen data storage device, they discover a web of betrayal and deception that reaches the highest levels of intelligence agencies. Their fight for survival becomes a battle to expose the truth and bring justice to those involved.
After losing their jobs, a couple decides to explore an alternative lifestyle and end up joining a commune. They learn to navigate the challenges of communal living and discover new ways to connect with each other.
Borderline is a film-noir crime thriller set at the Mexican border. It follows an undercover detective and a customs officer who pose as husband and wife to bust a drug-smuggling ring.
An expedition into the interior of Papua New Guinea comes across a tribe of ape-like people who may or may not be ancestors of early man.
A lawyer gets caught up in a web of deception when he takes on a case involving a stolen painting, an assassination plot, and a conspiracy to cover it all up. With his career and life on the line, he must navigate the intricate web of lies and solve the mystery before it's too late.
Backdraft 2 is a thrilling action crime drama movie that revolves around an arson investigator who discovers a conspiracy involving nuclear arms. As he delves deeper into the case, he must navigate through political corruption, personal loss, and a race against time to stop a terrorist attack. Set in Chicago, the movie explores themes of loyalty, family, and the devastating power of fire.
When a group of terrorists takes over their naval base, the misfit sailors of McHale's Navy must band together to save the day. With a mix of comedy and action, they use their unique skills to outsmart the terrorists and protect their base.
In Hard to Hold, a musician in San Francisco faces a creative block and struggles to find inspiration. He meets a female child psychologist who helps him break through his wall and they fall in love. However, their relationship is tested by his rock star lifestyle and the pressures of his career. Can they overcome these obstacles and make their relationship work?
A Vietnam War veteran suffering from selective amnesia and struggling with his past trauma embarks on a road trip with his friend, involving a robbery, a race car, and a bar fight.
Set in 1940s New York City, 'The Public Eye' follows a lonely news photographer who becomes involved with the mob and gets caught up in their criminal activities. As he documents their actions, he must navigate his way through a dangerous world of violence and deceit. Along the way, he forms a romantic connection with a middle-aged woman and becomes embroiled in a web of blackmail, murder, and corruption.
Born in East L.A. tells the story of Rudy, a musician from East Los Angeles, who is mistaken for an illegal immigrant during a government raid and deported to Mexico. In order to make his way back to America, Rudy goes through a series of humorous and challenging situations, highlighting the struggles and perseverance of immigrants.
When George Kuffs' brother is killed, he inherits a stake in a San Francisco-based private security business. As he attempts to get revenge on his brother's killer, Kuffs finds himself caught up in a dangerous world of organized crime. With the help of his talking-to-the-camera narration, Kuffs navigates a series of explosive situations and learns what it takes to be a police officer.
A desert guerilla, with flashing scimitar, opposes a tyrannical prince and marries the caliph's daughter.
Bustin' Loose is a comedy-drama film that follows Joe Braxton, an ex-convict who takes a job as a bus driver for a group of mentally challenged children. When their housing goes up in flames, Joe and the kids embark on a cross-country road trip to find them a new home. Along the way, they face various challenges and learn important life lessons.
Taking Off is a 1971 movie that follows the story of a couple who become involved in a search for their missing daughter. The movie explores themes of anti-establishment, drug culture, and societal norms prevalent in the 1970s. It combines comedy and drama to depict the couple's journey to find their daughter and the challenges they face along the way.
Raid on Rommel is a war movie set in North Africa during World War II. The story follows a British soldier who is tasked with going behind enemy lines to carry out a dangerous mission. He faces various challenges and obstacles in the harsh desert environment, while also dealing with the threat of the infamous German Field Marshal Erwin Rommel. The movie showcases the action, drama, and intensity of war, as well as the bravery and determination of the main character.
Ed is a comedy movie that tells the story of a minor league baseball player who discovers that his new teammate is a chimpanzee named Ed. Together, they form an unlikely friendship and face various challenges on and off the field.
When a tavern singer in New Orleans gets caught in a pirate adventure in the West Indies, she must navigate treacherous waters and face off against blackmail, sword fights, and secret identities.