Mayor of Kingstown follows the McClusky family, who navigate the underworld of a fictional town in Michigan, where they must deal with crime, corruption, and the complexities of family relationships.
Inside of his book, adventurous Harold can make anything come to life simply by drawing it. After he grows up and draws himself off the book's pages and into the physical world, Harold finds he has a lot to learn about real life.
The Lucy Show follows Lucy Carmichael, a widow and mother of two who lives with her best friend Vivian and their respective children. The show focuses on Lucy's comedic mishaps as she navigates life as a single mother and secretary in 1960s New York City.
A single mother thinks she's found the key to calming her child down – a VHS copy of a strange children's program named Mr. Crocket's World. However, a darker, bloodier secret waits to invade their home from inside the tape.
It seems like a fairy tale story. Plucked from obscurity by the legendary actress Chigusa Tsukikage, 13-year-old Maya Kitajima is given the chance of a lifetime and the opportunity to study at a legendary acting school. She'll also find an archrival, however, and Ayumi Himekawa is as determined to be the greatest actress of her generation as Maya is. To succeed, each girl must conquer every acting challenge placed in front of her and then push even further as they aim for the same ultimate goal: the role of the Crimson Goddess in the play of the same name, a part created by Chigusa herself. All the world is the stage as the ultimate dramatic rivalry begins in the original anime classic.
Based on the true story and memoir, The Durrells is a comedy-drama TV show about a widowed mother and her four children who relocate to the Greek island of Corfu in the 1930s. They experience culture shock and navigate the challenges of their new life, forming friendships and discovering the natural beauty of the island, all while facing the humorous challenges that arise from their peculiar family dynamics.
Mister Ajikko is a Japanese manga series written and illustrated by Daisuke Terasawa about a young boy cook. It was later adapted into anime series, produced by TV Tokyo and Sunrise. This show was broadcast from October 8, 1987 to September 28, 1989 with a total of 99 episodes. One of the earliest cooking/battle related manga and anime of its kind, there are some indications that this series is the inspiration for the live action competitive cooking show, Iron Chef.
Set in the 19th century during the Industrial Revolution, Cranford follows the lives of the residents of a small English town. The arrival of the railroad and the changing social and economic landscape disrupt their traditional way of life, leading to class differences and conflicts. The series explores themes of love, friendship, and the challenges faced by the townspeople as they navigate the evolving world around them.
Little Lord Fauntleroy, also known as Shoukoushi Ceddie, is a Japanese anime series produced by Nippon Animation in 1988 and was broadcast on the World Masterpiece Theater, an animation staple that showcased each year an animated version of a different classical book or story. The series is based on Frances Hodgson Burnett's book, "Little Lord Fauntleroy".
Follows newly widowed Cora Seaborne who moves from Victorian London to the village of Aldwinter in Essex to investigate reports of a mythical serpent%s. She forms a bond with the local pastor based on science and skepticism. However, when tragedy strikes, the villagers blame her for attracting the creature.
In the early 1900s, an aging gunfighter named J.B. Books returns to Carson City, Nevada, with the knowledge that he has terminal cancer. Determined to die with dignity, he seeks out a doctor who confirms his diagnosis and prescribes laudanum to manage his pain. While Books tries to make arrangements for his own death, he forms unexpected relationships with a widow and her son. As his health deteriorates, Books is faced with a decision on how he wants to be remembered.
The Secret of NIMH follows Mrs. Brisby, a widowed mouse, who must seek the help of a group of rats who have gained intelligence as a result of experiments at the National Institute of Mental Health. She embarks on a dangerous journey to move her family's home before it is destroyed by a farmer's plow.
In 1862, an Englishwoman named Anna Leonowens travels to Siam to become a tutor to the King's many children. Despite their cultural differences, Anna and the King develop a strong bond and learn from each other.
The Boy Who Could Fly tells the story of a young boy with autism who discovers his unique ability to fly. With the support of his widowed mother, he navigates through the challenges of school, bullies, and loss, all while finding hope, determination, and love.
When a widow with eight children marries a widower with ten children, they must learn to navigate the challenges of blending their families and dealing with the chaos that ensues. Hilarity and heartwarming moments abound as they try to create a new family dynamic.
These Are the Days is an animated television series from Hanna-Barbera, originally broadcast on ABC from September 7, 1974, to September 27, 1975. The series, although critically acclaimed, only lasted 16 total episodes. Each episode had a run time of 30 minutes.
Bess Steed marries her childhood sweetheart in the early part of the 20th century and begins a life in the high society of Dallas, Texas. As time goes by, things do not work out as she expects. Her husband dies of influenza, and she finds that she must pick up and carry along with her life. She proves to be a strong, committed, and loving individual who attracts new loves into her life and finds that she can take good care of the old ones. Despite further tragedy in losing her oldest son, and a second marriage that is not all that she expects it to be she continues to survive as independently as she has discovered the courage to do so.
Late Autumn (1960) tells the story of a young widow who faces challenges in her life as she navigates through generational conflicts, societal traditions, and the search for love. She finds herself caught between the expectations of her traditional family, the desires of her heart, and the complexities of modern society. With the help of her best friend and the support of a free-spirited woman, she learns to embrace new opportunities and rediscover the joy of living.
In the small coastal town of Sussex, England, a retired doctor and his new love interest are faced with suspicion and intrigue as they navigate the complexities of their family relationships and deal with a series of mysterious incidents. The secrets of their pasts and the hidden intentions of those around them threaten to unravel their lives.
Holiday Affair is a charming and romantic movie set during Christmas time. The story revolves around a war widow, a department store clerk, and a salesman who each find themselves caught in a love triangle. With the magic of the holiday season in the air, they discover the importance of family, love, and the joy of new beginnings.