Movies and TvShows featuring "year-1937" theme.

Death on the Nile is a murder mystery set on a luxurious Nile cruise. When a wealthy woman is found dead, detective Hercule Poirot must unravel the complex web of relationships and motivations to uncover the killer.

In the 1930s, wealthy martial artist Ip Man is forced to leave his home during the Japanese invasion of China. With little means of survival, he and the people of his city must find a way to survive. Ip's skills in Wing Chun martial arts lead him to confront and defeat aggressive Northern Chinese martial artists and Japanese soldiers. Despite the hardships, Ip maintains his integrity and eventually establishes a Wing Chun school in Hong Kong, training students including the future legend Bruce Lee.

Can a young woman prove her loyalty to her country and her family? Lan Yan Zhi is a privileged banker’s daughter in Shanghai and a student activist who mistakenly comes into possession of a letter from the Japanese Army in 1937. She gets misunderstood for a spy by her crush, Zhou Yu Hao, an upstanding officer in the Chinese Army. To prove her innocence, Yan Zhi agrees to infiltrate the home of her best friend, Feng Man Na, and help Yu Hao track down a mysterious “Mister Traitor.” But what will Yan Zhi do when the search leads to a member of her own family?

Ulysses Everett McGill, Delmar, and Pete escape from a chain gang in Mississippi during the Great Depression. They search for hidden treasure while being chased by Sheriff Cooley. Along the way, they encounter various obstacles, including a bank robbery, seductive sirens, a Bible salesman, and a Ku Klux Klan rally. They ultimately find redemption and reunite with their families.

Stan & Ollie is a biographical comedy-drama set in the 1950s, based on the true story of the famous comedy duo, Stan Laurel and Oliver Hardy. The film follows their reunion and final theatrical tour in Britain, showcasing their enduring friendship, betrayal, and the challenges they faced. It explores the comedic genius, the bonds they shared, and the impact they made on the world of comedy.

Mank is a biographical drama that follows the life of screenwriter Herman J. Mankiewicz as he races to finish the screenplay for the iconic film Citizen Kane. Set in 1930s and 1940s Hollywood, the movie provides a glimpse into Mankiewicz's complicated relationship with director Orson Welles and the challenges he faces in the movie industry. With a witty and sharp script, Mank explores themes of ambition, power, and betrayal.

A little girl convinces her attorney father to defend a mute war veteran accused of murdering a store owner.

The Eight Hundred is an epic war drama that takes place in 1937 during the Second Sino-Japanese War. It follows a group of Chinese soldiers who take shelter in a warehouse in Shanghai, facing constant attacks from the Japanese army. Based on a true story, the film showcases the bravery and resilience of the soldiers as they fight for their country.

In 1938, as war engulfs Changsha, the Hu family struggles to protect their twins. Amid loss and destruction, Xiangxiang faces love, tragedy, and duty, while the people of Hunan unite to resist the Japanese invasion.

The Hindenburg is a historical drama film that tells the story of the famous Hindenburg disaster that occurred in 1937. The movie explores the events leading up to the disaster, including the suspicions and investigations surrounding it. Filled with danger and survival, the film highlights the relationships between characters, including those of the father-son and brother-brother. It also delves into themes of impersonation and the role of an actor. The movie takes place in various locations such as a bar, port, and airplane, creating a sense of adventure and intrigue. With its black-and-white-to-color transition, The Hindenburg provides a cinematic experience that captures the fear and panic during the evacuation of the airship.

In Blithe Spirit, a crime writer seeks inspiration from a mystic, but accidentally summons the ghost of his deceased wife. Chaos ensues as his current wife becomes increasingly jealous of the supernatural presence, leading to a hilarious series of events involving revenge, farce, and attempts at murder.

During the Spanish Civil War, a dying father seeks forgiveness while his son uncovers a shocking betrayal. This intense story explores themes of love, martyrdom, and the struggle for identity amidst the chaos of war.

Cristóbal Balenciaga makes his debut as a designer in Paris, but the designs that set a trend in Spain don't work well in the sophisticated empire of fashion where Chanel, Dior, and Givenchy set the trends. Guided by his obsession with control in all aspects of his life, Balenciaga will define his style and end up becoming the greatest of all.

Appointment with Death (1988) is a crime, drama, mystery, and thriller movie based on the novel of the same name. Set on a cruise ship in Trieste, the story revolves around a murder mystery. A female murderer, blackmail, and poisoning are key elements in the plot. The investigation is led by a lawyer, with a crowd of suspects and a murder suspect. The story takes a twist as a woman is in jeopardy and psychological torture unfolds. The middle-east, secret past, disguise, and fireworks add intrigue to the plot. Other elements like foot chase, sightseeing, photography, and interrogation are also part of the story.

For Whom the Bell Tolls is a movie about a young American dynamiter who is assigned to blow up a strategic bridge during the Spanish Civil War. While on his mission, he falls in love with a Spanish woman and finds himself torn between his duty and his love for her.

Air Strike is a gripping war film set in China during the Second Sino-Japanese War. It follows the story of an American colonel who joins forces with Chinese resistance fighters to stop the Japanese invasion. Filled with intense battles, bravery, and sacrifice, this movie explores the brutality of war and the resilience of the human spirit. The film showcases the struggles of the Chinese people during this tumultuous period in history.

In 'Young and Innocent', a man is wrongly accused of murder and goes on the run to clear his name. With the help of a young woman, they navigate through dangerous situations and unravel the truth behind the crime. Set in the English countryside, this gripping thriller keeps you on the edge of your seat.

In a town plagued by racism, Bayou and Leanne's young love is torn apart when Leanne is taken away by her mother. Years later, they reunite but face even greater challenges. Leanne is passing as white and trapped in a loveless marriage, while Bayou is falsely accused and hunted down by racist white men. As their paths cross again, tragedy looms, leading Bayou to flee to Chicago. A tale of sibling rivalry, ambition, and betrayal unfolds as Willie Earl, Bayou's jealous brother, seeks revenge.

Set in 1930s Shanghai, a Russian countess running a dancehall falls in love with an American diplomat as they navigate the chaos of war and the invasion of Japanese forces.

Hester Murdoch is found naked and nearly beaten to death by four young Hawaiian men on the beach and taken to the hospital. Some of the men didn't want to get involved, fearing they might be blamed, because she was white, but do so anyway. Almost immediately everyone suspects they are to blame. When Hester's politically influential mother Doris finds out what really happened, she fearing a scandal, forces her daughter to blame the men who rescued her, of raping and beating her. It's up to detective Curt Maddox, to find out what really happened, and their Hawaiian lawyer to do the impossible. Convince a white court of law, that they are innocent.