Sort by Popularity - Most Popular Movies and TV Shows tagged with keyword "12-step-program"

1. The Town (2010)

R | 125 min | Crime, Drama, Thriller

A proficient group of thieves rob a bank and hold an assistant manager hostage. Things begin to get complicated when one of the crew members falls in love with her.

Director: Ben Affleck | Stars: Ben Affleck, Rebecca Hall, Jon Hamm, Jeremy Renner

Votes: 415,304 | Gross: $92.19M

2. Flight (I) (2012)

R | 138 min | Drama, Thriller

Troubling questions arise after airline pilot Whip Whitaker makes a miracle landing after a mid-air catastrophe.

Director: Robert Zemeckis | Stars: Denzel Washington, Nadine Velazquez, Don Cheadle, John Goodman

Votes: 375,917 | Gross: $93.77M

3. Traffic (2000)

R | 147 min | Crime, Drama, Thriller

A conservative judge is appointed by the President to spearhead America's escalating war against drugs, only to discover that his teenage daughter is a crack addict. Two DEA agents protect an informant. A jailed drug baron's wife attempts to carry on the family business.

Director: Steven Soderbergh | Stars: Michael Douglas, Benicio Del Toro, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Jacob Vargas

Votes: 219,636 | Gross: $124.12M

4. 28 Days (2000)

PG-13 | 103 min | Comedy, Drama

A big-city newspaper columnist is forced to enter a drug and alcohol rehab center after ruining her sister's wedding and crashing a stolen limousine.

Director: Betty Thomas | Stars: Sandra Bullock, Viggo Mortensen, Dominic West, Elizabeth Perkins

Votes: 54,386 | Gross: $37.17M

5. The Simpsons Movie (2007)

PG-13 | 87 min | Animation, Adventure, Comedy

After Homer pollutes the town's water supply, Springfield is encased in a gigantic dome by the EPA and the Simpsons are declared fugitives.

Director: David Silverman | Stars: Dan Castellaneta, Julie Kavner, Nancy Cartwright, Yeardley Smith

Votes: 349,557 | Gross: $183.14M

6. Rachel Getting Married (2008)

R | 113 min | Drama, Romance

A young woman who has been in and out of rehab for the past ten years returns home for the weekend for her sister's wedding.

Director: Jonathan Demme | Stars: Anne Hathaway, Rosemarie DeWitt, Debra Winger, Sebastian Stan

Votes: 51,185 | Gross: $12.80M

7. Don't Worry, He Won't Get Far on Foot (2018)

R | 114 min | Biography, Comedy, Drama

On the rocky path to sobriety after a life-changing accident, John Callahan discovers the healing power of art, willing his injured hands into drawing hilarious, often controversial cartoons, which bring him a new lease on life.

Director: Gus Van Sant | Stars: Joaquin Phoenix, Jonah Hill, Rooney Mara, Jack Black

Votes: 30,594 | Gross: $1.44M

8. Trinkets (2019–2020)

TV-MA | 30 min | Comedy, Crime, Drama

An unexpected friendship forms when three teenage girls meet in Shoplifters Anonymous.

Stars: Brianna Hildebrand, Kiana Madeira, Quintessa Swindell, Odiseas Georgiadis

Votes: 13,445

9. On the Come Up (2022)

PG-13 | 116 min | Comedy, Drama, Music

Story centers on 16-year-old Bri, who wants to be one of the greatest rappers of all time. Facing controversies and with an eviction notice staring down her family, Bri doesn't just want to make it, she has to make it.

Director: Sanaa Lathan | Stars: Jamila Gray, Noa Dior Rucker, Sanaa Lathan, Michael Cooper Jr.

Votes: 744

10. No Future (2021)

89 min | Drama, Romance

After the tragic overdose of his estranged friend, Will, a recovering addict, returns home, where he is reunited with Claire, his friend's grieving mother, with whom he begins a secret but volatile affair.

Directors: Andrew Irvine, Mark Smoot | Stars: Catherine Keener, Charlie Heaton, Rosa Salazar, Jackie Earle Haley

Votes: 419

11. Things We Lost in the Fire (2007)

R | 118 min | Drama

A recent widow invites her husband's troubled best friend to live with her and her two children. As he gradually turns his life around, he helps the family cope and confront their loss.

Director: Susanne Bier | Stars: Halle Berry, Benicio Del Toro, Alison Lohman, David Duchovny

Votes: 29,768 | Gross: $3.29M

12. Flatbush Misdemeanors (2021–2022)

30 min | Comedy

A raw comedy of city life following Dan and Kevin, who play characters struggling to thrive in their new surroundings in Flatbush, Brooklyn.

Stars: Dan Perlman, Kevin Iso, Kristin Dodson, Hassan Johnson

Votes: 910

13. Sherrybaby (2006)

R | 96 min | Drama

Sherry tries to integrate again into society and become a good mother.

Director: Laurie Collyer | Stars: Maggie Gyllenhaal, Ryan Simpkins, Sam Bottoms, Michelle Hurst

Votes: 12,061 | Gross: $0.20M

14. Down to the Bone (2004)

R | 104 min | Drama

A woman stuck in a stale marriage struggles to raise her children and manage her secret drug habit. But when winter comes to her small town, her balancing act begins to come crashing down.

Director: Debra Granik | Stars: Vera Farmiga, Hugh Dillon, Clint Jordan, Caridad 'La Bruja' De La Luz

Votes: 2,437 | Gross: $0.02M

15. Save Me (2007)

Not Rated | 96 min | Drama, Romance

A sex and drug-addicted young man who is forced into a Christian-run ministry in an attempt to cure him of his "gay affliction," where instead he is faced with the truth in his heart and spirit.

Director: Robert Cary | Stars: Jeremy Glazer, Chad Allen, David Petruzzi, Arron Shiver

Votes: 2,140 | Gross: $0.08M

16. Sex, Lies & Obsession (2001 TV Movie)

Not Rated | 91 min | Drama

A high-school drama teacher struggles to keep her family together after she discovers her husband's sexual addiction.

Director: Douglas Barr | Stars: Harry Hamlin, Lisa Rinna, Kevin Zegers, Robert Clark

Votes: 394

17. 12 Steps to Recovery (2023)

91 min | Drama, Romance

After the death of his brother and serving two years in prison, Joshua moves back in with his mom while under house arrest and is forced to address the addictions that brought him to this point through a 12 step program.

Director: Ryan Watson | Stars: Logan Stanzione, Adrianna Licitra, Jeff Martini, Chris Scarborough

Votes: 20

18. Making the Boys (2011)

Not Rated | 90 min | Documentary, Biography, Romance

On the eve of the 40th anniversary of the Gay Rights Movement, the film explores the drama, struggle and enduring legacy of the first-ever gay play and subsequent Hollywood movie to ... See full summary »

Director: Crayton Robey | Stars: Edward Albee, Joe Allen, Matt Baney, David Carter

Votes: 711 | Gross: $0.03M

19. Actors Anonymous (2011 TV Movie)

22 min | Comedy

Rehabilitating actors back into society using a 12 step program.

Director: Bryan Stratte | Stars: René Ashton, Wally Campo, Shawna Craig, Danny Del Toro

Votes: 8

20. Gary K: One Step at a Time (2020)

59 min | Documentary

Actor Gary K. Struggles with his recovery as he performs the founder of AA, Bill W., around the country. After a falling out with his acting partner he moves to Florida to mentor young adults struggling with and dying from addiction.

Director: Susan Gray

21. Emma Z. (2021)

16 min | Short, Comedy

A new member joins the newest 12 Step Group to emerge in the 2020 pandemic- Amazon Anonymous - and the meeting starts to come apart at the seams.

Director: Jeremiah Kipp | Stars: Amy Chang, Jeanine Flynn, Jennifer C. Johnson, Yaegel T. Welch

22. Robin, Chuck, and Shirley (2008)

11 min | Short, Comedy, Drama

Ex-Convict's Guide tells the hilarious story of convicted thief and murderer Robin Sutherland who is granted house arrest by an overly lenient and out to lunch parole board.

Director: Barry W. Levy | Stars: Barry W. Levy, Patrick Gallagher, Julia Benson, Darren Daurie

Votes: 24

23. Cop Shows Anonymous (2011– )

Comedy

Cop Shows Anonymous reveals the 12-step journey of four characters coming to terms with their repetitive, cookie cutter existence in the realm of cop dramas.

Stars: Michael Bravo, Karen Zumsteg, Erynne Elkins, Chuck Erickson

24. Non-Abductees Anonymous (2001)

4 min | Comedy, Short

The goings-on at a support group for people who have NEVER been abducted by aliens. Forlorn and rejected, they go to extremes trying to get the attention of those snobby extraterrestrials.

Director: Philip Powell | Stars: Doc Clay, Carmen Dubnik, Chad Edwards, Sarah Kelly

Votes: 51

25. Addiction, Recovery and Yoga (2009)

85 min | Documentary

How people have used yoga as part of their journey in recovery programs from serious addiction problems to a new life of well-being and emotional stability.

Director: Lindsey Clennell

26. Becker (1998–2004)
Episode: But I've Got Friends I Haven't Used Yet (2003)

TV-PG | Comedy

Becker receives a visit from a medical school colleague.

Director: Andy Ackerman | Stars: Ted Danson, Nancy Travis, Hattie Winston, Alex Désert

Votes: 100

27. Side Effects (1994–1996)
Episode: You Can Run (1996)

Drama

Add a Plot

Director: David Warry-Smith | Stars: Albert Schultz, Nadia Capone, Joseph Ziegler, Barbara Eve Harris

28. My Boys (2006–2010)
Episode: Baseball Myths (2006)

TV-PG | Comedy, Romance

When Andy's wife, Meredith, enlists PJ's help in distracting Andy on his birthday, she takes him on the trip of his lifetime.

Director: Arlene Sanford | Stars: Jordana Spiro, Kyle Howard, Reid Scott, Michael Bunin

Votes: 50

29. Dexter (2006–2013)
Episode: An Inconvenient Lie (2007)

TV-MA | 52 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery

Dexter's inability to deceive has him pursuing a slick liar as his next victim, while Rita believes he's concealing a drug problem and forces him into a 12-step program where he meets Lila, a seductive new woman.

Director: Tony Goldwyn | Stars: Michael C. Hall, Julie Benz, Jennifer Carpenter, Erik King

Votes: 5,659

30. Family Guy (1999– )
Episode: Family Gay (2009)

TV-14 | 30 min | Animation, Comedy

Peter becomes temporarily gay after participating in a medical study.

Directors: Brian Iles, James Purdum, Peter Shin | Stars: Seth MacFarlane, Alex Borstein, Seth Green, Mila Kunis

Votes: 1,917

31. Women Behind Bars (2008– )
Episode: Dolly Mae Clapp & Shaniqua Brown (2009)

TV-14 | 42 min | Documentary

A woman convicted for the torture and murder of a prostitute, along with three other prostitutes and their pimp. Then, a teenage mother who played a role in a botched robbery scheme that ended with the murder of a Chinese food deliveryman.

Director: Richard Swindell | Stars: Ashley Crary, Dolly Mae Clapp, Luther Clapp, Gussie Neville

Votes: 18

32. Bored to Death (2009–2011)
Episode: The Alanon Case (2009)

TV-MA | 29 min | Comedy, Crime, Drama

During an unsuccessful attempt to win back Suzanne, Jonathan gets a phone call and a new case: A woman named Jennifer wants him to tail her boyfriend Gary to see if heʼs been ... See full summary »

Director: Alan Taylor | Stars: Jason Schwartzman, Zach Galifianakis, Ted Danson, Olivia Thirlby

Votes: 508

33. Criminal Minds (2005– )
Episode: The Thirteenth Step (2011)

TV-14 | 42 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery

While the BAU chases a pair of young lovers on an interstate killing spree, Prentiss is contacted by an old friend with some bad news.

Director: Douglas Aarniokoski | Stars: Joe Mantegna, Paget Brewster, Shemar Moore, Matthew Gray Gubler

Votes: 2,031

34. Family Guy (1999– )
Episode: Friends of Peter G. (2011)

TV-14 | 22 min | Animation, Comedy

Peter and Brian cause a public disturbance at the movie theater and they are forced to attend A.A. for thirty days. Peter tempts everyone to drink in secret at the meeting and all of the ... See full summary »

Directors: John Holmquist, James Purdum, Peter Shin | Stars: Seth MacFarlane, Alex Borstein, Seth Green, Mila Kunis

Votes: 1,586

35. Cop Shows Anonymous (2011– )
Episode: Step 1: Honesty (2011)

Comedy

As an icebreaker into the group's first meeting, Christine asks all four characters when they experienced trauma. Who knew "Cop Rock" would be such an emotional trigger?

Director: Buffy Dakan | Stars: Michael Bravo, Karen Zumsteg, Chuck Erickson, Tracy Ann Chapel

36. Cop Shows Anonymous (2011– )
Episode: Step 2: Faith (2011)

Comedy

Danny, Laura, Eugene and Rebecca declare their faith in ABC, CBS, TNT and NBC.

Director: Buffy Dakan | Stars: Michael Bravo, Karen Zumsteg, Chuck Erickson, Tracy Ann Chapel

37. Cop Shows Anonymous (2011– )
Episode: Step 3: Surrender (2011)

Comedy

Christine carefully guides the group into turning their fears of not being taken seriously and not getting picked up for another season over to their higher powers.

Director: Lisa Savage | Stars: Michael Bravo, Karen Zumsteg, Chuck Erickson, Tracy Ann Chapel

38. Cop Shows Anonymous (2011– )
Episode: Step 4: Soul Searching (2011)

Comedy

What's in your soul? Oh, a little confusion, suspicion, analysis and denial.

Director: Lisa Savage | Stars: Michael Bravo, Karen Zumsteg, Chuck Erickson, Tracy Ann Chapel

39. Cop Shows Anonymous (2011– )
Episode: Step 5: Integrity (2011)

Comedy

Christine offsets the groups' resentment towards her with a creative exercise. Can a little song and dance be just what these characters need?

Director: Lisa Savage | Stars: Michael Bravo, Karen Zumsteg, Chuck Erickson, Buffy Dakan

40. Cop Shows Anonymous (2011– )
Episode: Step 6: Acceptance (2011)

Comedy

Enigmatic 12-Step Consultant Steven Wolf cheers from the sidelines when all four characters have a meltdown.

Director: Lisa Savage | Stars: Michael Bravo, Karen Zumsteg, Andray Johnson, Chuck Erickson

41. Cop Shows Anonymous (2011– )
Episode: Step 7: Humility (2012)

Comedy

Asking for help is no easy task. Will newcomers Ruchev and Mitzy cooperate with Danny and Rebecca? Perhaps, with Christine's guidance.

Director: Richard Sandoval | Stars: Michael Bravo, Karen Zumsteg, Buffy Dakan, Dev Bajaj

42. Chucky (2021– )
Episode: Chucky Actually (2022)

TV-MA | 51 min | Comedy, Drama, Horror

Back in Hackensack for the holidays, the 3 Amigos receive a special gift; Tiffany plots her escape.

Director: Jeff Renfroe | Stars: Zackary Arthur, Bjorgvin Arnarson, Alyvia Alyn Lind, Brad Dourif

Votes: 946

43. Your Welcome (2017– )
Dr. Drew (2024 Podcast Episode)

News, Talk-Show

Add a Plot

Stars: Michael Malice, Drew Pinsky

44. EWTN Bookmark (1998– )
Episode: Dion: The Wanderer Talks Truth (Stories, Humor & Music) (2011)

30 min | Family, Talk-Show

Doug's guest is rock 'n roll legend Dion DiMucci ("The Wanderer," "Runaround Sue"), co-author of Dion: The Wanderer Talks Truth. Doug and Dion discuss fame, music, addiction, recovery, ... See full summary »

Directors: Mike Holmes, Fred Williams | Stars: Doug Keck, Dion DiMucci

45. Supernatural (2005–2020)
Episode: There's No Place Like Home (2015)

TV-14 | 43 min | Drama, Fantasy, Horror

When Sam comes across a video of Charlie attacking a district attorney, Dean thinks she has returned from Oz to hunt on her own.

Director: Philip Sgriccia | Stars: Jared Padalecki, Jensen Ackles, Duncan Fraser, Barclay Hope

Votes: 3,460

46. EWTN Bookmark (1998– )
Episode: Freedom to Love: Recovery and the Seven Deadly Sins (2015)

28 min | Family, Talk-Show

Doug welcomes Fr. Emmerich Vogt to discuss his book Freedom to Love: Recovery and the Seven Deadly Sins. The compelling conversation covers original sin, virtue, pride, humility, addiction, recovery, A.A. and twelve-step programs.

Directors: Mike Holmes, Fred Williams | Stars: Doug Keck, Emmerich Vogt

47. Major Crimes (2012–2018)
Episode: Personal Effects (2015)

Not Rated | 43 min | Action, Crime, Drama

Major Crimes discovers that their latest murder victim was a sociopath who made lots of enemies, which makes finding his killer more difficult, as well as pinning a crime on the killer once they find that person.

Director: Sylvain White | Stars: Mary McDonnell, G.W. Bailey, Tony Denison, Michael Paul Chan

Votes: 245