Movies and TvShows featuring "urban" theme.
Snowfall is a TV show that depicts the rise of the crack cocaine epidemic in Los Angeles in the 1980s. The story follows several characters as they navigate the dangerous and complex world of drugs, crime, and government conspiracies. The series explores the impact of the epidemic on the African-American community and the involvement of the CIA in drug trafficking.
A young law student starts to work as a detective, decided to uncover the identity behind a series of murders, as well as who is next.
Minder is a British comedy-drama television series about the London criminal underworld. Terry McCann is an ex-convict and Arthur Daley is a small-time crook who runs a car sales business. Their love-hate relationship forms the basis of the show as they get into various exploits and schemes.
Following a betrayal, a young man left for dead is reborn as a powerful devil-human hybrid after merging with his pet devil and is soon enlisted into an organization dedicated to hunting devils.
During a concert by idol group Zwei Wing, an alien force known as the Noise attack the stage. Group members Tsubasa Kazanari and Kanade Amou suppress the attack using their Symphogear armor, but despite their best efforts, innocent bystander Hibiki Tachibana is fatally injured. Distraught and much to Tsubasa's dismay, Kanade sacrifices herself in the process to save Hibiki. Two years later, Hibiki lives on. Tsubasa now fights alone. With the threat of the Noise increasing, Hibiki finds herself encountering the Noise once again but this time she is granted a chance to become attuned with the same Symphogear that Kanade wielded.
Great Pretender follows the story of Makoto Edamura, a small-time Japanese con artist, who gets involved in a high-stakes scam orchestrated by Laurent Thierry, a charismatic Frenchman. Together with a team of skilled con artists, they execute elaborate plans to deceive and steal from their targets, including powerful criminals, corrupt politicians, and greedy corporations. As they travel across the globe, the boundaries between truth and lies blur, and Edamura's skills as a con artist are put to the ultimate test.
After years of experiments, three researchers finally create Ninja-Gum. This substance awakens dormant power within people descended from ninjas, but its creation isn’t without consequences and will lead them to the mysterious Ninjala Tournament.
Saiunkoku is a world of eight provinces or houses, each named after a different colour. The new Emperor, Shi Ryuuki, has gained for a reputation for being uninterested in courtly matters and for flaunting his love for men. Shuurei, although born of the important Kou family, has difficulty making ends meet. She easily accepts an invitation to be the Emperor's concubine in order to turn him into a good ruler. The mysterious Seiran, a young man who was adopted by her father, goes with her as Ryuuki's bodyguard. Entering the imperial palace revives Shuurei's dream of being a court official, and, together with the many companions she meets along the way, continues moving bravely forward while trying to fend off the Emperor's advances.
Rascal Does Not Dream of Bunny Girl Senpai follows the story of Sakuta Azusagawa, a high school boy who comes across a girl named Mai Sakurajima dressed in a bunny costume. He soon realizes that Mai is not visible to other people, except for him. As Sakuta tries to uncover the truth behind Mai's invisibility, he discovers that she is not the only one experiencing supernatural phenomena. Together, they navigate through various mysteries and psychological challenges, unraveling the mysteries of adolescence and human connections.
Platinum End follows the story of Mirai Kakehashi, a high school student who is chosen by a pair of angels to become the next god of humanity. Mirai soon finds himself entangled in a dangerous game where he must confront his fears and face off against other candidates in order to survive. With the help of his newfound powers and the support of his angel companion, Mirai must navigate a world filled with mystery, betrayal, and supernatural forces.
Banana Fish follows the story of Ash Lynx, a young gang leader in New York City. When he discovers a mysterious drug called Banana Fish, he becomes entangled in a dangerous and deadly conspiracy. With the help of Eiji, a kind-hearted photographer from Japan, Ash must navigate the treacherous underworld of gangs, assassins, and corrupt politicians to unravel the truth behind Banana Fish.
Yuuki Yuuna is an ordinary second-year middle school student. She gets up in the morning, gets ready for school, goes to classes, participates in club activities, and has fun with her friends. But there is one extraordinary thing about Yuuna -- she belongs to the “Brave Hero Club.” What does the Brave Hero Club do? Who is the mysterious being called “Vertex?” Yuuki Yuuna and her friends’ story takes place in Year 300, Divine Era
Air Gear follows the story of Itsuki Minami, a teenager who becomes involved in an underground sport called Air Treck. He forms a gang of rollerbladers called Kogarasumaru and sets out to compete against other teams in order to become the top team in the sport. Along the way, he faces various challenges and encounters rival gangs, all while dealing with personal struggles and discovering more about himself.
Mitsumi moves to Tokyo to attend a prestigious school and achieve her dreams of making positive change in the world. However, her lack of experience in big city norms makes it difficult for her to adapt and make friends. Luckily, she meets Shima Sousuke, a laid-back classmate who becomes her fast friend. Together, they navigate the challenges of city life while Mitsumi strives to fulfill her goals.
Filled with rage against spirits known as tsukumogami, Kunato Hyoma is sent to live with Nagatsuki Botan to help him see a different side. Though both are part of a clan that return the spirits back to their world with divine powers, their experiences with the otherworldly vessels are vastly different. Kunato, robbed of a loved one, and Nagatsuki, saved by them. Can she get through to him?
The story of a girl from the province who decides to become an aspiring actress by starting from the bottom of the ladder. She crosses paths with a jaded and self-absorbed superstar who ends up falling for her. Jian Xi moves from the country to the big city of Beijing to find her biological mother. Somehow, she ends up in the acting world and has to fight with fellow rising starlets for the chance in the spotlight (because you either rise or fall). She meets arrogant top star Tang Fei and melts his heart with her pure beauty and passion for acting.
In a world where science has made magic obsolete, Adonis seeks revenge on the empire that took his mentor. What awaits at the end of his destructive path?
Li Zhi Cheng is a former soldier who has been ordered to take over his family's business when business was going downhill. He has a fateful meeting with Lin Qian, an independent and capable white-collar who was freshly graduated and meeting difficulties in starting up her own business. Due to Li Zhi Cheng's complete lack of experience in business, nobody in the industry had hopes in this newly appointed CEO of AiDa. But with the help of Lin Qian's working experience and drive, coupled with Li Zhi Cheng's wits and methods, they bring Ai Da's business to new heights together.
LINK CLICK is a thrilling Chinese animated TV show that follows the story of a young photographer who gains the ability to switch bodies with others by clicking his camera. As he navigates through various urban settings, he uncovers a mysterious link between people and a hidden supernatural world. With each click, he unravels the secrets of his own past and uncovers a tragic truth. This episodic series explores themes of memory manipulation, tragedy, and the consequences of altering time, making it an engaging watch for fans of urban fantasy and suspense.
The story revolves around Gu Sheng, a music-loving senior college student who perseveres in pursuing her dreams while silently maintaining another hidden identity as a low-profile figure in the traditional music circle known as "Sheng Sheng Man". She yearns for an opportunity to collaborate with her crush, a renowned figure in the voice-acting community called "Qiang Qing Ci". By a stroke of serendipity, she crosses paths with Mo Qingcheng, who is actually "Qiang Qing Ci", during an event. With the help of Gu's best friend, their distance gradually closes. Subsequently, Mo Qingcheng uses delectable cuisine and his captivating voice, slowly initiating a plan to win her heart. By the time Gu Sheng realizes it, she has already fallen into the sweet trap set by Mo Qingcheng.