Movies and TvShows featuring "womens-rights" theme.

Yae no Sakura is a 2013 Japanese television series. It is the 52nd NHK taiga drama. The story focuses on Niijima Yae, who is portrayed by Haruka Ayase.

Forbidden from practicing law, Lidia prepares an appeal to overturn the court's decision in this true story of Lidia Poët, Italy's first female lawyer.

Versailles is a captivating TV show that takes place in the court of King Louis XIV in the opulent palace of Versailles. It explores the intrigue, politics, and romance of the era, highlighting the struggles of the royal family and the courtiers. The show delves into themes of power, betrayal, and desire, immersing viewers in the decadent and complex world of 17th-century France.

It's not easy being Ho Goo, a low-key guy who can neither score a date nor score high enough on his civil service exams, which he's failed 7 years running. But when he has a chance reunion with national swimming champion Do Hee, the most popular girl of his high school, his luck begins to change — perhaps for the worse. After staying out all night with Do Hee, Ho Goo experiences a rude awakening when he realizes that not only has Do Hee left him, she's also pregnant!

Fröken Frimans krig (2013) is a comedy-drama TV show that takes place in the year 1905. It revolves around the story of a group of women who start a cooperative grocery store and fight for women's suffrage, highlighting the challenges they face and the class struggle they encounter.

Jo March reflects on her life, telling the story of the March sisters. Jo becomes a teacher and writer, while her sister Amy goes to Paris. In New York, Jo faces criticism from a professor and ends a friendship. She receives news of her sister Beth's illness and returns home. The story goes back seven years, where the sisters befriend Laurie, experience hardships, and find love. In the present, Jo's book, titled Little Women, is published and she opens a school.

Rumpole of the Bailey is a comedy-drama TV show set in London, England. Horace Rumpole, a witty barrister and World War Two veteran, takes on diverse cases at the Old Bailey. He navigates through legal proceedings, often dealing with criminal and mysterious situations. Alongside his diamond stud, Rumpole's sharp mind and unconventional style make him a formidable presence in the courtroom. The show explores themes of justice, relationships, and the complexities of the legal system.

Iranian female judokas Leila and her coach Maryam, travel to the Judo World Championship, intent on bringing home Iran’s first gold medal. Midway through the Judo World Championships, they receive an ultimatum from the Islamic Republic ordering Leila to fake an injury and lose, or she will be branded a traitor of the state. With her own and her family’s freedom at stake, Leila is faced with an impossible choice: comply with the Iranian regime as her coach Maryam implores her to do, or fight on, for the gold.

In 17th-century Puritan Boston, Hester Prynne becomes pregnant out of wedlock and is forced to wear a scarlet letter 'A' as a mark of shame. As she faces the judgment and condemnation of the Puritan community, Hester strives to find redemption and happiness amidst the harsh realities of her society.

David Olusoga tells the story of those who lived in one house, from the time it was built until now. Searching through city archives, scouring records, and tracking down their living descendants, presenter David Olusoga tells the untold stories of the people who once lived in the house and gains a unique insight into the making of modern Britain.

Series about the life of Nancy Astor who was the first woman to take her seat in the House of Commons.

The lives of the Pankhurst women and their role in the Suffragette Movement.

Maude Findlay, a liberal and independent woman living in New York City in the 1970s, navigates various social issues, family relationships, and political activism.

Maid in Manhattan is a romantic comedy film about Marisa Ventura, a hotel maid in Manhattan who gets mistaken for a wealthy socialite by a politician staying at the hotel. As Marisa goes along with the mistaken identity, she falls in love with the politician, leading to a series of humorous and romantic situations. However, their different backgrounds and the truth about Marisa's real identity create complications in their relationship.

A woman clones her deceased lover and raises him as her own son, causing controversy and exploring themes of motherhood, love, and ethical boundaries. As the boy grows up, their relationship becomes increasingly complicated and taboo.

Jodi Kantor and Megan Twohey embark on a quest to break the Harvey Weinstein scandal. They uncover a pattern of abuse and harassment in Hollywood, encountering brave women who come forward with their stories. Facing threats and obstacles, Jodi and Megan persist, determined to expose the truth and spark change in the industry.

Misbehaviour (2020) follows the story of a group of women who disrupt the Miss World competition in London in 1970, protesting against the exploitation of women in beauty pageants and fighting for gender equality. The film explores the challenges faced by these women as they challenge the patriarchy and fight for their rights.

Professor Marston and the Wonder Women is a movie based on the unconventional relationship between Professor William Moulton Marston, his wife Elizabeth, and their lover Olive Byrne. Marston, a psychology professor at Harvard University, is inspired by the women in his life to create the iconic superheroine Wonder Woman. The movie explores themes of polyamory, BDSM, and the challenges faced by the trio in a society that is not accepting of their unconventional relationship.

Rabbit Test is a comedy film released in 1978. It tells the story of a man who becomes the first pregnant person in history. The movie explores various comedic situations that arise from this unique situation.