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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.

The Great Flood

1. The Great Flood

Science Fiction Adventure Drama Post-Apocalyptic Sci-Fi Survival Adventure
5.4
20251h 49min

Overview

When a raging flood traps a researcher and her young son, a call to a crucial mission puts their escape — and the future of humanity — on the line.

Themes

Survival ethics, Institutional secrecy, Human enhancement ethics, Family bonds under disaster, Existential risk governance, Technological mediation

Available on

Netflix
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Left-Handed Girl

2. Left-Handed Girl

Drama
7.5
20251h 49min

Overview

A mother and her two daughters move to Taipei to open a noodle stand at a vibrant night market, but family secrets and tradition test their fresh start.


A Big Bold Beautiful Journey

3. A Big Bold Beautiful Journey

Romance Fantasy Drama Romantic Comedy Time-Rule Fantasy
6.2
20251h 49min

Overview

In a world where a rental car’s GPS opens doors into your past, two strangers on their way to a wedding tumble through their own memories, forced to relive every almost-love and almost-life as the route keeps changing and the exits back to the present start to disappear.

Themes

Second chances in love, Fate vs choice, Memory as compass, Familial bonds and absence, Revisiting past relationships

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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The Captive

4. The Captive

Drama History
6.1
20252h 14min

Overview

In 1575, the young soldier Miguel de Cervantes is captured on the high seas by Barbary pirates and taken to Algiers as a hostage. Aware that a cruel death awaits him if his family does not pay his ransom soon, he finds refuge in his passion for storytelling.


The Voice of Hind Rajab

5. The Voice of Hind Rajab

Drama History
8.5
20251h 29min

Overview

January 29, 2024. Red Crescent volunteers receive an emergency call. A five-year old girl is trapped in a car under fire in Gaza, pleading for rescue. While trying to keep her on the line, they do everything they can to get an ambulance to her. Her name was Hind Rajab.


Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale

6. Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale

Drama Romance Historical Drama Passionate Romance
7.3
20252h 3min

Overview

When Mary finds herself at the center of a public scandal and the family faces financial strife, the entire household grapples with the threat of social disgrace. The Crawleys must embrace change as the staff prepares for a new chapter with the next generation leading Downton Abbey into the future.

Themes

Tradition vs reform, Class dynamics and public judgment, Financial risk and strategic investment, Female leadership and succession, Reputation management and shunning, Generational change and continuity

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Peacock Premium
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Swiped

7. Swiped

History Drama Biographical History Professional Drama
6.4
20251h 51min

Overview

Whitney Wolfe uses extraordinary grit and ingenuity to break into the male-dominated tech industry.

Themes

Online harassment escalation, Gender bias in tech, Investor influence on careers, Women-led leadership challenges, Leadership exclusion dynamics, Empowerment through entrepreneurship

Available on

Disney Plus
Hulu
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Hamilton

8. Hamilton

History Drama
8.3
20252h 40min

Overview

Presenting the tale of American founding father Alexander Hamilton, this filmed version of the original Broadway smash hit is the story of America then, told by America now.


Twinless

9. Twinless

Comedy Drama
7.4
20251h 40min

Overview

Two men who lost their respective twin brothers develop a growing friendship after meeting in a support group. However, both harbor long-hidden secrets that threaten to tear them apart.


Eleanor the Great

10. Eleanor the Great

Drama
6.6
20251h 38min

Overview

94-year-old Eleanor Morgenstein tries to rebuild her life after the death of her best friend. As a result, she moves back to New York City after living in Florida for decades.