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1. A Cure for Wellness (2016)
R | 146 min | Drama, Fantasy, Horror
An ambitious young executive is sent to retrieve his company's CEO from an idyllic but mysterious "wellness center" at a remote location in the Swiss Alps, but soon suspects that the spa's treatments are not what they seem.
Director: Gore Verbinski | Stars: Dane DeHaan, Jason Isaacs, Mia Goth, Ivo Nandi
Votes: 109,563 | Gross: $8.11M
2. I Care a Lot (2020)
R | 118 min | Comedy, Crime, Drama
A crooked legal guardian who drains the savings of her elderly wards meets her match when a woman she tries to swindle turns out to be more than she first appears.
Director: J Blakeson | Stars: Rosamund Pike, Peter Dinklage, Eiza González, Dianne Wiest
Votes: 145,981
3. Hush...Hush, Sweet Charlotte (1964)
Not Rated | 133 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
An aging, reclusive Southern belle plagued by a horrifying family secret descends into madness after the arrival of a lost relative.
Director: Robert Aldrich | Stars: Bette Davis, Olivia de Havilland, Joseph Cotten, Agnes Moorehead
Votes: 16,036 | Gross: $7.63M
4. Bull (2021)
R | 88 min | Crime, Horror, Thriller
Bull mysteriously returns home after a 10 year absence to seek revenge on those who double crossed him all those years ago.
Director: Paul Andrew Williams | Stars: David Nellist, Kevin Harvey, Mark Springer, Neil Maskell
Votes: 8,243
5. The Bad Lieutenant: Port of Call - New Orleans (2009)
R | 122 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
Terence McDonagh is a drug- and gambling-addled detective in post-Katrina New Orleans investigating the killing of five Senegalese immigrants.
Director: Werner Herzog | Stars: Nicolas Cage, Eva Mendes, Russell M. Haeuser, Val Kilmer
Votes: 80,883 | Gross: $1.70M
6. The Locket (2002 TV Movie)
PG | 100 min | Drama
A young man taking care of his dying mother is distraught and grief-stricken when she finally passes away. On the advice of his doctor, he takes a job in an upscale nursing home, and is ... See full summary »
Director: Karen Arthur | Stars: Vanessa Redgrave, Chad Willett, Marguerite Moreau, Lori Heuring
Votes: 686
7. Rage (1966)
Approved | 103 min | Drama, Thriller
A man bitten by a rabid dog in the desert must find help before it's too late.
Director: Gilberto Gazcón | Stars: Glenn Ford, Stella Stevens, David Reynoso, Armando Silvestre
Votes: 741
8. A Patch of Blue (1965)
Unrated | 105 min | Drama, Romance
A blind, uneducated white girl is befriended by a black man who becomes determined to help her escape her impoverished and abusive home life by introducing her to the outside world.
Director: Guy Green | Stars: Sidney Poitier, Shelley Winters, Elizabeth Hartman, Wallace Ford
Votes: 9,537
9. Jug Face (2013)
R | 81 min | Drama, Horror, Thriller
When she learns the supernatural pit worshipped by her remote community in the woods has demanded her as a blood sacrifice, Ada struggles to find a way to survive, while the pit lashes out in anger.
Director: Chad Crawford Kinkle | Stars: Sean Bridgers, Lauren Ashley Carter, Kaitlin Cullum, Larry Fessenden
Votes: 7,955
10. Georgetown (2019)
R | 99 min | Biography, Crime, Drama
Ulrich Mott, an ambitious social climber, marries a wealthy widow in Washington D.C. in order to mix with powerful political players.
Director: Christoph Waltz | Stars: Christoph Waltz, Vanessa Redgrave, Annette Bening, Corey Hawkins
Votes: 6,147
11. The Amusement Park (1975)
54 min | Drama, Horror, Thriller
An elderly gentleman goes for what he assumes will be an ordinary day at the amusement park, only to find himself in the middle of a hellish nightmare.
Director: George A. Romero | Stars: Lincoln Maazel, Harry Albacker, Phyllis Casterwiler, Pete Chovan
Votes: 3,161
12. Dennis the Menace (1986–1988)
TV-G | 30 min | Animation, Adventure, Comedy
Good-natured, 6 y.o. Dennis is a menace to his parents and especially to his neighbor, Mr. Wilson. He has adventures with his friends and dog, Ruff. Each episode has 3 6-10 min. stories.
Stars: Brennan Thicke, Jeannie Elias, Marilyn Lightstone, Sharon Noble
Votes: 5,972
13. The Mole Agent (2020)
Not Rated | 84 min | Documentary
A private investigator in Chile hires someone to work as a mole at a retirement home where a client of his suspects the caretakers of elder abuse.
Director: Maite Alberdi | Stars: Sergio Chamy, Romulo Aitken, Marta Olivares, Berta Ureta
Votes: 9,499
14. The Whole Truth (2010–2012)
60 min | Crime, Drama
Legal drama about the prosecution's and the defense team's take on each criminal case.
Stars: Rob Morrow, Maura Tierney, Eamonn Walker, Anthony Ruivivar
Votes: 727
15. Circle of Violence: A Family Drama (1986 TV Movie)
Not Rated | 90 min | Drama
Georgia Benfield is at a difficult place in her life; her husband, Pete has left her for a younger woman, her teenage son, Chris is unmanageable, and she's struggling financially when her ... See full summary »
Director: David Greene | Stars: Tuesday Weld, Geraldine Fitzgerald, Peter Bonerz, River Phoenix
Votes: 155
16. Placido (1961)
85 min | Comedy, Drama
In a small Spanish town, a group of old ladies decides to celebrate Christmas Eve with a "seat a poor man at your table" dinner: each wealthy household of the town will have a homeless ... See full summary »
Director: Luis García Berlanga | Stars: Cassen, José Luis López Vázquez, Elvira Quintillá, Manuel Alexandre
Votes: 3,768
17. The Guardians (I) (2018)
104 min | Documentary
An investigative documentary that examines the systemic abuse of elderly people in Las Vegas, Nevada exposing a cautionary tale where some of our society's most vulnerable citizens are robbed of their life savings and freedom.
Director: Billie Mintz | Star: Dee Drenta
Votes: 120
18. Kind Lady (1935)
Approved | 76 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
Henry, a homeless artist, is invited in from the cold by Mary. Her kindness is exploited as Henry, his family and friends manipulate their way into living in her home. Mary tries to get rid of them, but they have their own scheme in mind.
Director: George B. Seitz | Stars: Aline MacMahon, Basil Rathbone, Mary Carlisle, Frank Albertson
Votes: 651
19. Star Trek: Klingon (1996 Video Game)
M | Action, Adventure, Comedy
FMV choose-your-path adventure game, where famous Klingon warrior Gowron sets up a simulated scenario for the player about young Klingon Pok, whom Gowron helps find his father's murderer. The player also learns about Klingon culture.
Director: Jonathan Frakes | Stars: Robert O'Reilly, John Cothran, Joan Scheckel, Martha Hackett
Votes: 144
20. Easter (2023–2024)
Approved | Mystery
The mental illness of our sleuth, Pascha, pits him against his most formidable foe - himself.
Stars: Lnq, Reginald VelJohnson, Olkens Graham, Gina Martino
21. Rape. (2006)
15 min | Short, Comedy
A short narrative exploring role reversal.
Directors: Daniel Lichtenberg, John McMinn | Stars: Renee Rakel, Tyrus Holden, Teresa Wentzell, Chris Beier
22. Agudo y amargo (2011)
15 min | Short, Fantasy
A man lives in squalor with his elderly father, who he abuses. He sees a woman of the streets and brings her home to meet his father.
Director: Claudia García Covarrubias | Stars: Nina Covarrubias, Aleyda Gallardo, Roger Oropeza, Ella Quintero
23. Freezing (2016)
98 min | Drama, Family
In earlier times Chinese families were expected to take care of their aged parents. However, nowadays family ties have been fraying. The 70-year-old Liu becomes its victim. Mr. Liu was ... See full summary »
Director: Shigang Peng | Stars: Wenli Liu, Fengzhi Pan, Xishan Liu, Yonghui Liu
Votes: 14
24. Ready or Not, Here I Come (1985)
58 min | Reality-TV
Director: John M. Weiskopf | Stars: Norman Corwin, Marilyn Ringo
25. The Opposite of a Fairy Tale (2016)
21 min | Short, Drama
A woman's family slowly imprisons her against her will.
Directors: Ray Lanuza, Conor Stratton, Jennifer Betit Yen, Yo A. Kim | Stars: Grant Chang, Mariana Cardenas, Albert M. Chan, Deborah Kuhn
Votes: 19
26. Trancado por Dentro (1989)
14 min | Short, Thriller
The paraplegic Bóris stays at home with the beautiful young woman Cacau, while his wife Ivette goes to the movie theater. When Cadú, the boyfriend of Cacau, unexpectedly arrives in the ... See full summary »
Director: Arthur Fontes | Stars: Paulo Gracindo, Fernanda Montenegro, Luciana Vendramini, Marcos Palmeira
Votes: 62
27. Within four walls (2018)
9 min | Documentary, Short
A documentary on elder abuse.
Director: Achyutanand Upadhyay | Stars: Ram Sahay, Madhuri Upadhyay, Tamanna Upadhyay
28. Buzz vs Scooty (2020)
16 min | Short, Comedy
Scooty and his buddies are watching a game show in a bar when Buzz starts playing loud rap music on the jukebox. The two grown men nearly come to blows and argue about whose dad is tougher.... See full summary »
Director: Margaux Towne | Stars: Walter Shatley, Houston Alexander, Larry Karstens, Curlee Alexander
29. Living a Positive Life (2015 Video)
14 min | Documentary, Short
The Aged Rights Advocacy Service (ARAS) produced this with support from SA Health Office for the Ageing to encourage older Aboriginal people to engage with their communities and remain in control of their lives.
Director: Ashley Starkey | Star: Keith Conlon
30. Last Will and Embezzlement
Crime, Drama, News | Announced
Examines the financial exploitation of the elderly with real-life victims, plus in-depth interviews with experts. Covers victim profiles, perpetrators' M.O., symptoms and effects of these crimes, and solutions to this worldwide epidemic.
31.
ER (1994–2009)
Episode:
Shades of Gray
(1998)
TV-14 | 60 min | Drama, Romance
Following the incident in the OR, Dr. Morgenstern and Dr. Benton present the case to their colleagues. As a result, Peter Benton finds himself suspended for insubordination pending a full ... See full summary »
Director: Lance Gentile | Stars: Anthony Edwards, George Clooney, Noah Wyle, Julianna Margulies
Votes: 464
32.
The Hitchhiker (1983–1991)
Episode:
Nightshift
(1985)
TV-MA | 26 min | Drama, Horror, Mystery
Mean retirement home nurse Jane Reynolds runs the night shift with an iron fist and makes extra money selling the residents' jewelry to pawnshops. Jane and boyfriend Johnny try to steal a new patient's sparkling ring and trouble begins.
Director: Phillip Noyce | Stars: Margot Kidder, Stephen McHattie, Darren McGavin, Page Fletcher
Votes: 127
33.
Law & Order: Criminal Intent (2001–2011)
Episode:
Inert Dwarf
(2004)
TV-14 | 55 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
Goren and Eames are investigating the death of a genius mathematician's assistant.
Director: Alex Chapple | Stars: Vincent D'Onofrio, Kathryn Erbe, Jamey Sheridan, Courtney B. Vance
Votes: 342
34.
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (1999– )
Episode:
Vulnerable
(2002)
TV-14 | 42 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
A senile elderly lady is found wandering inside in a home that she was familiar with as a child. Detectives realize that she has been suffering abuse, when cigarette burns are discovered ... See full summary »
Director: Juan José Campanella | Stars: Christopher Meloni, Mariska Hargitay, Richard Belzer, Stephanie March
Votes: 753
35.
One Foot in the Grave (1990–2001)
Episode:
Hearts of Darkness
(1993)
TV-PG | 29 min | Comedy, Drama
The Meldrews, Mrs. Warboys, and Mr. Swainey take a trip to the countryside.
Director: Susan Belbin | Stars: Richard Wilson, Annette Crosbie, Owen Brenman, Doreen Mantle
Votes: 230
36.
Oz (1997–2003)
Episode:
To Your Health
(1997)
TV-MA | 57 min | Crime, Drama, Thriller
Ricardo is discovered to suffer from Alzheimer's; Beecher flips out and sends Schillinger to the hospital; mob boss Schibetta develops stomach problems thanks to some ground glass; and Said has a heart attack.
Director: Alan Taylor | Stars: Ernie Hudson, Terry Kinney, Harold Perrineau, Eamonn Walker
Votes: 2,261
37.
Quincy M.E. (1976–1983)
Episode:
Honor Thy Elders
(1980)
TV-PG | 60 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
When an old man commits suicide in a hospital, Quincy discovers the tragedy of parental abuse, and gets involved in a senior citizens center.
Director: Ray Danton | Stars: Jack Klugman, Garry Walberg, John S. Ragin, Val Bisoglio
Votes: 77
38.
Wiseguy (1987–1990)
Episode:
The Prodigal Son
(1987)
TV-14 | 48 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
After his mother is mugged in Brooklyn, an enraged Vinnie sets out to find the punk who did it, but when he visits his mother in the hospital, it breaks his heart that she still won't forgive him for his life of "crime."
Director: Charles Correll | Stars: Ken Wahl, Jonathan Banks, Jim Byrnes, Ray Sharkey
Votes: 69
39.
Dark Shadows (1966–1971)
Episode:
Episode #1.705
(1969)
TV-G | 23 min | Drama, Fantasy, Horror
1897 time period. Judith keeps Quentin from harming Edith. Edward brings Rachel to Collinwood to act as governess.
Director: Lela Swift | Stars: Joan Bennett, Jonathan Frid, Louis Edmonds, Kathryn Leigh Scott
Votes: 32
40.
Law & Order: Criminal Intent (2001–2011)
Episode:
Privilege
(2007)
TV-14 | 44 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
A single mother is murdered, and Goren and Eames discover that she was about to reveal some disturbing secrets about her old-money New York socialite family.
Director: Jean de Segonzac | Stars: Vincent D'Onofrio, Kathryn Erbe, Eric Bogosian, Richard Kind
Votes: 339
41.
Inside No. 9 (2014– )
Episode:
Love's Great Adventure
(2020)
TV-PG | 29 min | Comedy, Crime, Drama
Trevor and Julia always want to make Christmas really special for their family but with money tight, it won't be easy. As each door of the advent calendar opens, everyone will have to do their bit to make Christmas happen.
Director: Guillem Morales | Stars: Steve Pemberton, Olly Hudson-Croker, Debbie Rush, Gaby French
Votes: 1,359
42.
The Matt & Blonde Show (2016– )
Episode:
Super Tuesday Fallout, Schumer's Threat, Come and Take Buck's AR-15
(2020)
News
43.
Marketplace (1972– )
Episode:
Are nursing homes above the law? Exposing repeat offenders
(2020)
News
An examination of the serious neglect of residents in many Ontario nursing homes in open violation of the law, with few legal consequences.
Director: Melissa Mancini | Star: David Common
44.
Southland (2009–2013)
Episode:
Two Gangs
(2009)
TV-14 | 60 min | Crime, Drama, Thriller
Cooper & Sherman have a bad shift. Salinger, distracted by speed racers, crashes his car. The racers steal his gun and he gets a 12 hour deadline to find it before the thing becomes official. In the search, something bigger is found.
Director: Nelson McCormick | Stars: Kevin Alejandro, Arija Bareikis, Michael Cudlitz, Shawn Hatosy
Votes: 353
45.
Jeff Lewis Live (2019– )
Episode:
Lea Black is Judgy & Breaks News
(2021)
13 min | Comedy, Talk-Show
Stars: Lea Black, Shane Douglas, Jeff Lewis, Billy Taylor
46.
Servant (2019–2023)
Episode:
Fish
(2022)
TV-MA | 30 min | Drama, Horror, Mystery
Sean's dinner party goes south when Leanne is rude to a guest. Dorothy uncovers frightening details from the block party.
Director: Kitty Green | Stars: Lauren Ambrose, Toby Kebbell, Nell Tiger Free, Rupert Grint
Votes: 751
47.
Cold Blood (2008–2012)
Episode:
Poison Pen
(2009)
TV-14 | Documentary, Crime
On the night of July 26th 1999, a missing persons report leads police in Worthing, West Sussex, to the sprawling overgrown home of Jean Barnes. Here, among the clutter and filth they find ... See full summary »
Director: James Hyslop | Stars: Don Berns, Edith Acker, Peter Valdron, Robert Calvert
48.
Memphis Beat (2010–2011)
Episode:
It's All Right, Mama
(2010)
TV-14 | Comedy, Crime, Drama
Detective Hendricks investigates a case of abuse involving a legendary D.J. that he idolized in his youth, even after his new police lieutenant gives him a break from the case.
Director: Clark Johnson | Stars: Jason Lee, Sam Hennings, DJ Qualls, Celia Weston
Votes: 100
49.
Crime Stories (1998– )
Episode:
The Boarding House Killer
(2007)
46 min | Documentary, Crime
Dorothea Puente spent much of the 1980's providing shelter for the elderly and infirm in her Sacramento boardinghouse. It wasn't until the first body was found in her backyard that ... See full summary »
Director: Steve Allen | Stars: Bill Courage, John Cabrera, Bill Clausen, Judy Moises
Votes: 8
50.
Dual Suspects (2010– )
Episode:
Gainesville Ripper
(2011)
Drama
A serial killer goes on a rampage in the college town of Gainesville, Florida in 1990,and after five murders have been committed, a troubled 18-year-old freshman becomes the number one ... See full summary »
Director: Marcus Valentin | Stars: Jacqueline Bynon, Bruce Pringle, Danny Rolling, Dave Edwards