Sort by Popularity - Most Popular Movies and TV Shows tagged with keyword "family-matriarch"

1. Mayor of Kingstown (2021– )

TV-MA | Crime, Drama, Thriller

The McLusky family are power brokers tackling themes of systemic racism, corruption and inequality in Kingstown, Michigan, where the business of incarceration is the only thriving industry.

Stars: Jeremy Renner, Hugh Dillon, Tobi Bamtefa, Taylor Handley

Votes: 47,243

2. Encanto (2021)

PG | 102 min | Animation, Comedy, Family

A Colombian teenage girl has to face the frustration of being the only member of her family without magical powers.

Directors: Jared Bush, Byron Howard, Charise Castro Smith | Stars: Stephanie Beatriz, María Cecilia Botero, John Leguizamo, Mauro Castillo

Votes: 263,670 | Gross: $96.09M

3. Renfield (2023)

R | 93 min | Action, Comedy, Fantasy

Renfield, Dracula's tortured henchman, is forced to capture prey for his master and do his every bidding. But now, after centuries of servitude, Renfield is ready to see if there is a life outside his boss's shadow.

Director: Chris McKay | Stars: Nicholas Hoult, Nicolas Cage, Awkwafina, Ben Schwartz

Votes: 96,728

4. August: Osage County (2013)

R | 121 min | Comedy, Drama

A look at the lives of the strong-willed women of the Weston family, whose paths have diverged until a family crisis brings them back to the Oklahoma house they grew up in, and to the dysfunctional woman who raised them.

Director: John Wells | Stars: Meryl Streep, Dermot Mulroney, Julia Roberts, Juliette Lewis

Votes: 95,492 | Gross: $37.74M

5. The Big Valley (1965–1969)

TV-PG | 60 min | Western

The Wild West adventures of the Barkley family in California's San Joaquin Valley.

Stars: Richard Long, Peter Breck, Lee Majors, Linda Evans

Votes: 3,564

6. The Drowning Pool (1975)

PG | 108 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery

Harper's a big-city PI, who travels to Louisiana to help an old girlfriend who's worried her husband will find out she's been cheating on him.

Director: Stuart Rosenberg | Stars: Paul Newman, Joanne Woodward, Anthony Franciosa, Murray Hamilton

Votes: 6,262

7. Bread (1986–1991)

30 min | Comedy

The series set in working-class Liverpool. Meet the Boswells: they're penniless, jobless and with little hope of things improving, but life's never stale.

Stars: Jean Boht, Nick Conway, Jonathon Morris, Kenneth Waller

Votes: 1,546

8. 8 Women (2002)

R | 111 min | Comedy, Crime, Musical

A man is murdered in an isolated chalet, and the eight female residents are all suspects; their secrets are revealed as they try to determine who is guilty.

Director: François Ozon | Stars: Fanny Ardant, Emmanuelle Béart, Danielle Darrieux, Catherine Deneuve

Votes: 34,401 | Gross: $3.08M

9. The King and Four Queens (1956)

Not Rated | 86 min | Adventure, Comedy, Drama

Opportunistic con man Dan Kehoe ingratiates himself with the cantankerous mother of four outlaws and their beautiful widows in order to find their hidden gold.

Director: Raoul Walsh | Stars: Clark Gable, Eleanor Parker, Jean Willes, Barbara Nichols

Votes: 1,898

10. Hulchul (2004)

Not Rated | 149 min | Action, Comedy, Drama

A man and woman from feuding families each pretend to fall in love, as part of a revenge plot. Chaos ensues when their fake romance becomes a reality.

Director: Priyadarshan | Stars: Akshaye Khanna, Kareena Kapoor, Amrish Puri, Lakshmi

Votes: 9,139

11. My Family and Other Animals (2005 TV Movie)

TV-PG | 90 min | Comedy, Drama

An English family relocates to sunny Greece four years before WWII.

Director: Sheree Folkson | Stars: Eugene Simon, Imelda Staunton, Chris Langham, Omid Djalili

Votes: 1,940

12. Ida Red (2021)

R | 111 min | Drama, Thriller, Western

Ida "Red" Walker may not survive her terminal illness while incarcerated for armed robbery. She turns to her son, Wyatt, for one last job and a chance to regain her freedom.

Director: John Swab | Stars: Josh Hartnett, Frank Grillo, Melissa Leo, Sofia Hublitz

Votes: 2,296 | Gross: $0.02M

13. Charms for the Easy Life (2002 TV Movie)

111 min | Drama

The story of three women who live in a North Carolina town and defy the traditional roles set forth for them by society.

Director: Joan Micklin Silver | Stars: Gena Rowlands, Mimi Rogers, Susan May Pratt, Geordie Johnson

Votes: 502

14. The Dark Side of Love (2012)

Unrated | 87 min | Drama

Two brothers on different life paths, a waiter with a crush on an eligible bachelor and a drug addict in a twisted dependent relationships with his girlfriend, reunite to mourn the death of their mother.

Director: Jorge Ameer | Stars: Carlos Salas, Harsha First, Raquel Rosser, Jason Susag

Votes: 182

15. Murder, He Says (1945)

Passed | 91 min | Comedy, Mystery

Professional pollster Pete Marshall gets more than he bargained for when he heads deep into the Ozarks to investigate the disappearances of several of his colleagues.

Director: George Marshall | Stars: Fred MacMurray, Helen Walker, Marjorie Main, Jean Heather

Votes: 2,032

16. The Silver Cord (1933)

Passed | 74 min | Drama, Romance

A domineering matriarch is less than happy when her son brings home his new bride. She immediately sets to work at sabotaging their marriage as well as the engagement of her younger and weaker son.

Director: John Cromwell | Stars: Irene Dunne, Joel McCrea, Laura Hope Crews, Eric Linden

Votes: 631

17. What Happens to My Family? (2021– )

TV-PG | Comedy, Drama, Romance

When Doña Luz, a widow with three children, receives a diagnosis of terminal cancer, she decides to take extreme measures to reunite her adult children and teach them a lesson; absorbed in ... See full summary »

Stars: Mane De La Parra, Eva Cedeño, Diana Bracho, Julián Gil

Votes: 35

18. The Sign of the Ram (1948)

Approved | 84 min | Drama, Film-Noir, Thriller

A jealous, manipulative stepmother confined to a wheelchair interferes with her stepchildren's romances so that they will not get married and leave home.

Director: John Sturges | Stars: Susan Peters, Alexander Knox, Phyllis Thaxter, Peggy Ann Garner

Votes: 856

19. Playmates (1941)

Passed | 96 min | Comedy, Music

For the sake of a lucrative radio contract, John Barrymore agrees to turn bandleader Kay Kyser into a Shakespearian actor.

Director: David Butler | Stars: Kay Kyser, John Barrymore, Lupe Velez, Ginny Simms

Votes: 358

20. The Blackheath Poisonings (1992)

180 min | Crime, Drama, History

The investigation of Paul Vandervent into the mysterious death of his father brings further discord among two feuding families tied together in business and marriage, living under the same roof.

Stars: Christine Kavanagh, Ian McNeice, Zoë Wanamaker, Judy Parfitt

Votes: 181

21. Nobody's Children (1951)

102 min | Drama, Romance

The tragic love story between marble-quarry owner Mario and Luisa, daughter of one of his employees.

Director: Raffaello Matarazzo | Stars: Yvonne Sanson, Amedeo Nazzari, Françoise Rosay, Folco Lulli

Votes: 418

22. Curse of Evil (1982)

79 min | Horror, Mystery, Thriller

13 family members are murdered and then dumped in a well. 30 years later their descendants are cursed.

Director: Chih-Hung Kuei | Stars: Liang Chun Tai, Fei Ai, Lily Li, Ya-Li Liu

Votes: 154

23. Magdusa ka! (1986)

Drama

An embittered mother sends her daughter away when the girl reestablishes a relationship with her estranged father.

Director: Eddie Garcia | Stars: Dina Bonnevie, Christopher De Leon, Nida Blanca, Dindo Fernando

Votes: 15

24. Loxandra (1980– )

45 min | Drama

Television adaptation of the novel by Maria Iordanidou. It depicts the life of a Greek family in Constantinople from the late 19th century to World War I. The main character is Loxandra, the de facto matriarch of the family.

Stars: Betty Valassi, Anthi Andreopoulou, Antonis Angelousis, Giannis Argyris

Votes: 59

25. Retrato de familia (1995–1996)

Drama, Romance

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Stars: Helena Rojo, Alfredo Adame, Diana Bracho, Yolanda Andrade

Votes: 43

26. Niskavuori taistelee (1957)

96 min | Drama, War

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Director: Edvin Laine | Stars: Elsa Turakainen, Mirjam Novero, Tauno Palo, Martti Katajisto

Votes: 117

27. Tjiraa (2012)

18 min | Short, Drama

The film follows Vezuva, a young Ovaherero woman who returns from her studies abroad, in Germany, only to discover that her married cousin has died, and that according to tradition, she is expected to marry her cousin's widower.

Director: Krischka Stoffels | Stars: Theresa Kahorongo, Matjiua Kauapirura, Muhindua Kaura, Moses Mberira

28. The Kitchenistas of National City (2015)

24 min | Documentary, Short | Completed

Healthy communities start around the kitchen table. Follow the struggles and transformations of the Kitchenistas as they learn to conquer a health crisis in their community by cooking traditional dishes in a healthy way.

Director: Mary Ann Beyster

29. Gilmore Girls (2000–2007)
Episode: Face-Off (2003)

TV-PG | 45 min | Comedy, Drama

Jess said he would call Rory but he doesn't. Rory goes to a hockey game with Lane, where she sees Dean with his new girlfriend. Trix surprises Richard and Emily freaks out.

Director: Kenny Ortega | Stars: Lauren Graham, Alexis Bledel, Melissa McCarthy, Keiko Agena

Votes: 797

30. Gilmore Girls (2000–2007)
Episode: That'll Do, Pig (2003)

TV-PG | 43 min | Comedy, Drama

It's Richard's birthday. His mother arrives from England and announces her return to the States. Rory deals with Francie at school. Rory and Dean decide to be friends.

Director: Jamie Babbit | Stars: Lauren Graham, Alexis Bledel, Melissa McCarthy, Keiko Agena

Votes: 808

31. The Bold and the Beautiful (1987– )
Episode: Mon Jan 14 2008 (2008)

TV-14 | 21 min | Drama, Romance

Taylor becomes enraged at Brooke and works herself into a panic attack. Nick tells Jackie about the mix-up at the fertility clinic.

Director: Deveney Kelly | Stars: Cameron Carr, McKenzie Carr, Lesley-Anne Down, Katherine Kelly Lang

32. The Bold and the Beautiful (1987– )
Episode: Thurs Jan 22 2009 (2009)

TV-14 | Drama, Romance

Dominick welcomes the new president of Jackie M. The Forresters and the Logans scramble to find out who betrayed the company.

Director: Jennifer Howard | Stars: Texas Battle, Susan Flannery, Jennifer Gareis, Winsor Harmon

33. The Bold and the Beautiful (1987– )
Episode: Mon Jan 26 2009 (2009)

TV-14 | Drama, Romance

Ridge and Stephanie voice their mutual suspicion to each other that the company saboteur is Rick. Eric takes steps to cover up what Rick has done.

Director: Michael Stich | Stars: Lesley-Anne Down, Susan Flannery, Katherine Kelly Lang, Kyle Lowder

34. The Bold and the Beautiful (1987– )
Episode: Tues Jan 27 2009 (2009)

TV-14 | Drama, Romance

Nick agrees to the deal with Eric. Steffy tells Bridget she ended things with Rick. Stephanie and Ridge are convinced of Rick's guilt.

Director: Michael Stich | Stars: Lesley-Anne Down, Susan Flannery, Ashley Jones, Kyle Lowder

35. The Bold and the Beautiful (1987– )
Episode: Wed Jan 28 2009 (2009)

TV-14 | Drama, Romance

Jackie meets with the mystery designer who sent her such an impressive portfolio. Eric presses upon Steffy the importance of keeping Rick's secret.

Director: Cynthia J. Popp | Stars: Lesley-Anne Down, Susan Flannery, Ashley Jones, Kyle Lowder

36. The Bold and the Beautiful (1987– )
Episode: Thurs Jan 29 2009 (2009)

TV-14 | Drama, Romance

Brooke is shocked when Ridge tells her that he suspects the company saboteur is Rick. Stephanie finds an email from Steffy to Rick.

Director: Cynthia J. Popp | Stars: Susan Flannery, Ashley Jones, Katherine Kelly Lang, Kyle Lowder

37. The Bold and the Beautiful (1987– )
Episode: Episode #1.5495 (2009)

TV-14 | Drama, Romance

Eric and Ridge scramble to get a new collection together. Bridget, as Madame X, tries to fool Nick. Taylor commands Rick to end his relationship with Steffy.

Director: Deveney Kelly | Stars: Andrew Collins, Lesley-Anne Down, Susan Flannery, Ashley Jones

38. Justified (2010–2015)
Episode: The Moonshine War (2011)

TV-MA | 46 min | Action, Crime, Drama

Raylan tangles with a ruthless Harlan County crime family while hunting for a fugitive sex offender.

Director: Adam Arkin | Stars: Timothy Olyphant, Nick Searcy, Joelle Carter, Jacob Pitts

Votes: 1,919

39. Justified (2010–2015)
Episode: Debts and Accounts (2011)

TV-MA | 41 min | Action, Crime, Drama

As Winona begins divorce proceedings, Raylan begins to contemplate his future as a marshal. Meanwhile, Dicky Bennett takes exception to his family's new business arrangement with Boyd Crowder.

Director: John David Coles | Stars: Timothy Olyphant, Nick Searcy, Joelle Carter, Jacob Pitts

Votes: 1,565

40. Justified (2010–2015)
Episode: Reckoning (2011)

TV-MA | 41 min | Action, Crime, Drama

Raylan tries to track down Dicky after Helen is killed, but he is forced to turn to Arlo to make a deal and get Mags' blessing.

Director: Adam Arkin | Stars: Timothy Olyphant, Nick Searcy, Joelle Carter, Jacob Pitts

Votes: 1,715

41. Justified (2010–2015)
Episode: Bloody Harlan (2011)

TV-MA | 43 min | Action, Crime, Drama

The bad blood between the Bennetts and the Crowders reaches its boiling point and results in bloodshed, and Loretta returns from Lexington to avenge her father's death.

Director: Michael Dinner | Stars: Timothy Olyphant, Nick Searcy, Joelle Carter, Jacob Pitts

Votes: 2,133

42. Justified (2010–2015)
Episode: The Life Inside (2011)

TV-MA | 41 min | Action, Crime, Drama

Raylan chases a pregnant fugitive who has fallen into the hands of human traffickers.

Director: Jon Avnet | Stars: Timothy Olyphant, Nick Searcy, Joelle Carter, Jacob Pitts

Votes: 1,716

43. Justified (2010–2015)
Episode: For Blood or Money (2011)

TV-MA | 39 min | Action, Crime, Drama

Raylan helps Rachel find her brother in law, who has left a halfway house without permission to see his son on his birthday. He also begins investigating the oxy bus shooting and makes contact with the Dixie Mafia.

Director: John Dahl | Stars: Timothy Olyphant, Nick Searcy, Joelle Carter, Jacob Pitts

Votes: 1,680

44. Justified (2010–2015)
Episode: Cottonmouth (2011)

TV-MA | 39 min | Action, Crime, Drama

Boyd reluctantly joins a payroll heist, but can he trust his new partners? Meanwhile, Raylan's investigation into a forged signature on a dead man's government check leads back to the Bennett clan.

Director: Michael W. Watkins | Stars: Timothy Olyphant, Nick Searcy, Joelle Carter, Jacob Pitts

Votes: 1,717

45. Justified (2010–2015)
Episode: The Spoil (2011)

TV-MA | 41 min | Action, Crime, Drama

Raylan is assigned to protect a local coal mine executive as she tries to buy up land for the company but faces opposition from the Bennett clan.

Director: Michael W. Watkins | Stars: Timothy Olyphant, Nick Searcy, Joelle Carter, Jacob Pitts

Votes: 1,647

46. Justified (2010–2015)
Episode: Brother's Keeper (2011)

TV-MA | 43 min | Action, Crime, Drama

As the coal mine makes one final attempt to negotiate with the Bennett clan, Loretta begins to piece together what the Bennetts did with her father.

Director: Tony Goldwyn | Stars: Timothy Olyphant, Nick Searcy, Joelle Carter, Jacob Pitts

Votes: 1,878

47. This Is Us (2016–2022)
Episode: The Train (2022)

TV-14 | 45 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance

The Pearsons gather around Rebecca's bedside.

Director: Ken Olin | Stars: Milo Ventimiglia, Mandy Moore, Sterling K. Brown, Chrissy Metz

Votes: 3,329

48. This Is Us (2016–2022)
Episode: Us (2022)

TV-PG | 44 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance

The Big Three come to new understandings about life.

Director: Ken Olin | Stars: Milo Ventimiglia, Mandy Moore, Sterling K. Brown, Chrissy Metz

Votes: 2,082