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A true story of Arkansas Razorbacks walk-on offensive lineman Brandon Burlsworth. Devoutly Christian and ridiculed for his portly appearance, he defies the odds to make the Razorbacks' squad in 1994, and develops into an All-American and top NFL prospect.

Greater

Helen Mirren and Ryan Reynolds star in the remarkable true story of one woman's battle against the establishment to recover her family possessions that had been seized by Nazis during WWII.

Woman in Gold

From director Robert Redford comes the riveting true story behind the assassination trial of Abraham Lincoln – including the lone woman who was accused of plotting his murder.

The Conspirator

Inspired by the true story of a nun's relationship with a condemned man, this provocative examination of crime, punishment and redemption earned Susan Sarandon the 1995 Oscar for Best Actress and Sean Penn an Oscar nomination for Best Actor.

Dead Man Walking

Burt Lancaster stars in the true story of killer Robert Stroud, who spent 43 years in solitary confinement at Alcatraz, and who educated himself, becoming a world-renowned authority on birds. Thelma Ritter, Telly Savalas, and Karl Malden co-star.

Birdman of Alcatraz

Tom Weston is dating a woman half his age and plans on marrying her. The problem is, he's already married. To keep the life he has always wanted, Tom is driven to kill. Based on a true story.

Deadly Vows

The true story of Olympic swimming star Victor Davis—and the genuinely inspiring legacy he left behind after his tragic death.

Victor

Colin Firth stars in the unforgettable true story of 23 sailors fighting for survival against impossible odds when a Russian sub sinks to the bottom of the Barents Sea in August 2000.

The Command

The horrifying true story of Ed Kemper, a cunning and sadistic serial killer shaped by childhood abuse, whose charm masked his grotesque obsession with murder, mutilation, and the ultimate act of revenge on his mother.

Ed Kemper

The true story of a group of Jewish vigilantes who survive the holocaust and vow to avenge their people - "an eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth."

Plan A

Hayden Christensen stars in this critically acclaimed true story of a disgraced journalist, directed and co-written by Billy Ray, Oscar®-nominated writer of CAPTAIN PHILLIPS.

Shattered Glass

Written by Simon Block, this powerful and uplifting drama is based on an extraordinary, untold true story of hope in the aftermath of the Holocaust.

The Windermere Children

A true story about Emmy-winning documentary filmmaker Barbara Gordon's Valium addiction and her desperate attempts to kick the habit.

I'm Dancing As Fast As I Can

Starring Tom Cavanagh, James Russo, and Amy Davidson.  Fate, bad luck, and bad choices propel a young runaway into the path of a notorious serial killer. Based on a true story.

The Capture of the Green River Killer

Based on a true story. A woman is put on trial for murder after she shoots the man who sexually molested her son at summer camp.

Judgment Day: The Ellie Nesler Story

The true story of a couple who discover just before their due date that their son has died in the womb and will be stillborn. Lives are forever altered; nothing can save their marriage. Then they learn they're again pregnant, and must face it together.

Return to Zero

From visionary director Tim Burton (EDWARD SCISSORHANDS) comes the outrageous true story of one of the most extensive art frauds in the 20th century. Starring Christoph Waltz and Amy Adams.

Big Eyes

Based on a true story, Jeremy Irons and Dev Patel star in this inspirational film about an obscure Indian mathematician whose groundbreaking theories changed mathematics forever.

The Man Who Knew Infinity

An elite group of firefighters jumps from helicopters to extinguish fires. One firefighter must choose between his love for his family and his addiction to life-risking danger. Inspired by a true story.

In the Line of Duty: Smoke Jumpers

Academy Award(r) Winner(tm) Christopher Walken, Zach Braff and Christina Ricci star in the true story of a small-town farmer's relentless fight against one of the largest agricultural corporations, a court case that makes its way up to the Supreme Court.

Percy vs Goliath

This is the true story of the kidnapping of Amber Hagerman and how her family came together to help other abducted children as a result of her tragedy; which resulted in a new system to help find missing children - The Amber Alert.

Amber's Story

Starring Josh Hartnett and Radha Mitchell, this heartwarming romantic drama is inspired by the true story of two people with Asperger's syndrome, whose emotional dysfunctions threaten to sabotage their budding romance.

Mozart and the Whale

Ross Lynch stars as the awkward, adolescent Jeffrey Dahmer before he became one of America's most infamous serial killers. Based on the acclaimed graphic novel, this is the haunting, sad, funny, true story of Dahmer in high school.

My Friend Dahmer

A psychological thriller based on the infamous 1892 murders of the Borden family.

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