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Drama movies

Emotional and character-driven narratives that explore the complexities of the human condition and relationships.

Subgenres include: Psychological Drama, Professional Drama, Entertainment Industry Drama.

Edward Scissorhands

2381. Edward Scissorhands

Fantasy Drama Romance Supernatural Fantasy Relationship Drama
7.8

19901h 45min

United States

Director: Tim Burton

A small suburban town receives a visit from a castaway unfinished science experiment named Edward.

Themes

Underdog status, Suburban gothic, Isolation and belonging, Topiary as expression, Hair salon aspiration, Social judgment and rumor

Available on

Disney Plus
Amazon Video
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Misery

2382. Misery

Drama Thriller
7.8

19901h 47min

United States

Director: Rob Reiner

During a terrifying blizzard, a famous writer gets into a car accident. He’s rescued by a woman—a devoted fan of his work—who is ready to do anything so she never has to let him go.


Awakenings

2383. Awakenings

Drama
7.8

19902h

United States

Director: Penny Marshall

Dr. Malcolm Sayer, a shy research physician, uses an experimental drug to "awaken" the catatonic victims of a rare disease. Leonard is the first patient to receive the controversial treatment. His awakening, filled with awe and enthusiasm, proves a rebirth for Sayer too, as the exuberant patient reveals life's simple but unutterably sweet pleasures to the introverted doctor.


The Bone Collector

2384. The Bone Collector

Crime Thriller Drama Mystery
6.7

19991h 58min

United States

Director: Phillip Noyce

A renowned criminologist and a young police officer are on the trail of a bloodthirsty maniac who leaves ciphers and hidden clues beside his victims. Each new discovery raises the stakes in this deadly game.


Blast from the Past

2385. Blast from the Past

Drama Romance Comedy
6.7

19991h 52min

United States

Director: Hugh Wilson

Following a bomb scare in the 1960s that locked the Webers into their bomb shelter for 35 years, Adam now ventures forth into Los Angeles to obtain food and supplies for his family, and a non-mutant wife for himself.


Summer of Sam

2386. Summer of Sam

Crime Drama Thriller
6.7

19992h 22min

United States

Director: Spike Lee

Spike Lee's take on the "Son of Sam" murders in New York City during the summer of 1977 centering on the residents of an Italian-American Northeast Bronx neighborhood who live in fear and distrust of one another.


Anna and the King

2387. Anna and the King

Drama Romance History
6.7

19992h 28min

United States

Director: Andy Tennant

The story of the romance between the King of Siam (now Thailand) and the widowed British school teacher Anna Leonowens during the 1860s. Anna teaches the children and becomes romanced by the King. She convinces him that a man can be loved by just one woman.


Mystery, Alaska

2388. Mystery, Alaska

Drama Comedy
6.7

19991h 59min

Canada, United States

Director: Jay Roach

In Mystery, Alaska, life revolves around the legendary Saturday hockey game at the local pond. But everything changes when the hometown team unexpectedly gets booked in an exhibition match against the New York Rangers. When quirky small-towners, slick promoters and millionaire athletes come together.


Ride with the Devil

2389. Ride with the Devil

Drama War Romance Western
6.7

19992h 18min

United States

Director: Ang Lee

Ride with the Devil follows four people who are fighting for truth and justice amidst the turmoil of the American Civil War. Director Ang Lee takes us to a no man's land on the Missouri/Kansas border where a staunch loyalist, an immigrant's son, a freed slave, and a young widow form an unlikely friendship as they learn how to survive in an uncertain time. In a place without rules and redefine the meaning of bravery and honor.


Snow Falling on Cedars

2390. Snow Falling on Cedars

Drama Romance
6.7

19992h 7min

United States

Director: Scott Hicks

In the 1950s, a Japanese-American fisherman is suspected of killing his neighbour at sea. For Ishmael, a local reporter, the trial strikes a deep emotional chord when he finds his ex-lover is linked to the case. As he investigates the killing, he uncovers some startling clues that lead him to a shocking discovery.