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16 Wishes

331. 16 Wishes

Fantasy Drama Family Supernatural Fantasy Coming-of-Age Drama
5.4

20101h 30min

United States

Director: Peter DeLuise

The story about Abby Jensen, a girl who's been eager to reach her 16th birthday and has kept a secret wish list since she was a little girl. When the Big Day actually arrives, utter disaster strikes, leaving Abby to think her birthday is ruined. But when a mysterious box of magical birthday candles arrives to turn things around, Abby's 16 Wishes start to come true. Her day gets better and better...until she makes one wish that threatens to change everything.

Themes

High school rivalry, Magic as catalyst, Secret wish lists, Birthday party expectations, Adult autonomy consequences, Growing up pressures

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The Other Guys

332. The Other Guys

Comedy Action Satire Buddy Action
6.7

20101h 47min

United States

Director: Adam McKay

Unlike their heroic counterparts on the force, desk-bound NYPD detectives Gamble and Hoitz garner no headlines as they work day to day. When a seemingly minor case turns out to be a big deal, the two cops get the opportunity to finally prove to their comrades that they have the right stuff.

Themes

Bureaucratic obstruction, Power and influence, Partnership under pressure, Duty vs ambition, Public image vs competence, Financial crime exposure

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Amazon Video
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Tinker Bell and the Great Fairy Rescue

333. Tinker Bell and the Great Fairy Rescue

Animation Adventure Family Fantasy Animated Fantasy Adventure
6.9

20101h 16min

India, United States

Director: Bradley Raymond

During a summer stay on the mainland, Tinker Bell is accidentally discovered while investigating a little girl's fairy house. As the other fairies, led by the brash Vidia, launch a daring rescue in the middle of a fierce storm, Tink develops a special bond with the lonely, little girl.

Themes

Belief vs skepticism, Parental attention vs work, Growth and independence, Collective rescue effort, Intergenerational friendship

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Disney Plus
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Despicable Me

334. Despicable Me

Family Comedy Animation Science Fiction Family Animation
7.6

20101h 35min

United States

Director: Pierre Coffin

Villainous Gru lives up to his reputation as a despicable, deplorable and downright unlikable guy when he hatches a plan to steal the moon from the sky. But he has a tough time staying on task after three orphans land in his care.

Themes

Life's dream vs reality, Villain rivalry, Orphanage pressures, Moon ambitions, Adoptive father dynamics, Caregiver deception tactics

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Netflix
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Grown Ups

335. Grown Ups

Comedy Buddy Comedy
6.0

20101h 42min

United States

Director: Dennis Dugan

After their high school basketball coach passes away, five good friends and former teammates reunite for a Fourth of July holiday weekend.

Themes

Enduring friendship under strain, Wealth and status tension, Family dynamics under stress, Masculine pride and competition, Humor through chaos, Parenting responsibilities during upheaval

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
fuboTV
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Toy Story 3

336. Toy Story 3

Animation Family Comedy Family Animation Parody
8.3

20101h 42min

United States

Director: Lee Unkrich

Woody, Buzz, and the rest of Andy's toys haven't been played with in years. With Andy about to go to college, the gang find themselves accidentally left at a nefarious day care center. The toys must band together to escape and return home to Andy.

Themes

Group loyalty under threat, Abandonment by owner, Fear-based control, Authority in care setting, Ownership transfer, Autonomy vs belonging

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Disney Plus
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Knight and Day

337. Knight and Day

Action Comedy Spy Action Buddy Comedy
6.3

20101h 49min

United States

Director: James Mangold

A fugitive couple goes on a glamorous and sometimes deadly adventure where nothing and no one – even themselves – are what they seem. Amid shifting alliances and unexpected betrayals, they race across the globe, with their survival ultimately hinging on the battle of truth vs. trust.

Themes

Betrayal within ranks, Alliance volatility, Spy pressure, High-stakes pursuit, Improvisational loyalties, Deceptive maneuvering

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
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The A-Team

338. The A-Team

Action Comedy Crime Military Action Parody
6.7

20101h 57min

United Kingdom, United States

Director: Joe Carnahan

A man who loves when a plan comes together, Col. Hannibal Smith leads a close-knit team of elite operatives and Iraq War veterans. Framed for a crime they didn't commit, Smith and his men, Capt. H.M. ‘Howling Mad’ Murdock , Sgt. Bosco ‘B.A.’ Baracus, and Lt. Templeton ‘Faceman’ Peck, break out and go rogue, using their special talents to clear their names and find the perpetrator. Hot on their trail is Capt. Charissa Sosa, who was once involved with a member of Smith's team and has sworn to capture them, no matter what it takes.

Themes

Deception and betrayal, Loyalty under pressure, Authority vs autonomy, Framed by authorities, Teamwork under duress, Private power interests

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Netflix
Amazon Video
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Shrek Forever After

339. Shrek Forever After

Comedy Adventure Fantasy Animation Family
6.3

20101h 33min

United States

Director: Mike Mitchell

A midlife-crisis burdened Shrek, longing for the days when he felt like a real ogre, makes a pact with magic deal-maker Rumpelstiltskin. But when he's duped and sent to a twisted version of Far Far Away—where Rumpelstiltskin is king, ogres are hunted, and he and Fiona have never met—he sets out to restore his world and reclaim his true love.

Themes

Power dynamics, Witch deception, Midlife identity crisis, Ogre resilience, Sequel pressure, Villain ambition, Ogre sovereignty

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Just Wright

340. Just Wright

Romance Comedy Romantic Comedy Parody
5.9

20101h 41min

United States

Director: Sanaa Hamri

Physical therapist Leslie Wright lands the dream job of working with basketball superstar Scott McKnight, helping him recover from a career-threatening injury. All goes well and soon Leslie finds herself falling in love with him. Just as their friendship deepens, however, Scott focuses his attention back on his tenuous relationship with his ex-fiancé Morgan, Leslie's gorgeous godsister, who would love to be the basketball player's trophy wife.

Themes

Ambition vs loyalty, Jealousy and manipulation, Career resilience under injury, Professional boundaries under pressure, Public scrutiny and opportunity, Friends to lovers dynamic

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Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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