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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

Inspired by the true story of the legendary Lafayette Escadrille, this action-packed epic tells the tale of America’s first fighter pilots.

Flyboys

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Liev Schreiber, Naomi Watts, & Elisabeth Moss star in the incredible true story of a New Jersey liquor salesman who became the real-life inspiration for Rocky Balboa.

Chuck

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

The true story about two Childrenhood friends from affluent American Families who betray their country when they decide to sell government secrets to the Russians.

The Falcon and the Snowman

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 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

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

Lizzie

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

Victor

The unbelievable but true story of four young men who brazenly attempt to execute one of the most audacious art heists in U.S. history.

American Animals

Based on the true story of Desmond Doyle, who after losing his job and watching his wife leave with another man, has his children taken away by an arcane custody law. Doyle cleans up his act and wages an unlikely legal battle to regain custody.

Evelyn

War drama set during the end of World War II, the film tells the true story of General Bonner Fellers, and the decision that shaped the course of history for Japan and the world.

Emperor

The true story of the relationship between the English painter Dora Carrington (Emma Thompson) and writer Lytton Strachey (Jonathan Pryce). Between 1915 and 1932, they experimented with a way of life beyond conventional standards.

Carrington

The true story of the teenager’s 2002 kidnapping from her Salt Lake City home and her remarkable return nine months later.

The Elizabeth Smart Story

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.

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