Cast: Lin Shaye

Top movies, series, and documentaries starring Lin Shaye. Uncover the most acclaimed works, loved by fans and praised by critics.


Never Sleep Again: The Elm Street Legacy

2010 · Documentary · 240 min. · United States

Direction Daniel Farrands · Andrew Kasch

Cast Robert Englund · Wes Craven · Heather Langenkamp · Johnny Depp

Synopsis Never Sleep Again: The Elm Street Legacy (2010) delves into the enduring legacy of Freddy Krueger, who has haunted the dreams of audiences for decades, amassing over half a billion dollars at the box office through eight chilling films. This...

6.7

479 votes

6.7

479 votes

Hester Street

1975 · Movie · 89 min. · United States

Direction Joan Micklin Silver

Cast Steven Keats · Carol Kane · Mel Howard · Dorrie Kavanaugh

Synopsis Hester Street (1975) explores the challenges faced by Jewish immigrants as they integrate into American society during the late 19th century. The narrative follows a woman who journeys to New York at the dawn of the 20th century to reunite...

6.6

52 votes

6.6

52 votes

A Nightmare on Elm Street

1984 · Movie · 101 min. · United States

Direction Wes Craven

Cast Heather Langenkamp · Robert Englund · Johnny Depp · John Saxon

Synopsis A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984) follows the harrowing experiences of teenager Nancy Thompson and her circle of friends, who are plagued by eerily similar nightmares. In these dreams, they are relentlessly pursued by a disfigured man in a fedora,...

6.6

54K votes

6.6

54K votes

The Long Riders

1980 · Movie · 100 min. · United States

Direction Walter Hill

Cast Keith Carradine · David Carradine · Dennis Quaid · James Keach

Synopsis The Long Riders (1980) delves into the compelling narrative of the Jesse James gang, chronicling their beginnings, daring exploits, and eventual downfall. This film offers a sympathetic perspective on the notorious bank robbers, who are portrayed as brothers driven by...

6.5

2K votes

6.5

2K votes

There's Something About Mary

1998 · Movie · 119 min. · United States

Direction Peter Farrelly · Bobby Farrelly

Cast Cameron Diaz · Ben Stiller · Matt Dillon · Chris Elliott

Synopsis There's Something About Mary (1998) follows the story of a 30-something man, portrayed by Ben Stiller, who is still pining for his high school sweetheart. In an attempt to rekindle their romance, he hires a private investigator, played by Matt...

6.2

154K votes

6.2

154K votes

Extreme Prejudice

1987 · Movie · 96 min. · United States

Direction Walter Hill

Cast Nick Nolte · Powers Boothe · Michael Ironside · Maria Conchita Alonso

Synopsis Extreme Prejudice (1987) follows the intense rivalry between a dedicated Texas Ranger and a formidable narcotics kingpin. Once close friends during their youth, their paths have diverged dramatically, leading them to stand on opposing sides of the law. The Ranger,...

6.2

1K votes

6.2

1K votes

Hate Crime

2005 · Movie · 104 min. · United States

Direction Tommy Stovall

Cast Seth Peterson · Bruce Davison · Chad Donella · Cindy Pickett

Synopsis Hate Crime (2005) follows Robbie Levinson and Trey McCoy as they face unexpected bigotry and animosity from their new neighbor, Chris Boyd, who is the offspring of a fervent preacher. One fateful night, Trey embarks on his usual evening stroll...

6.0

27 votes

6.0

27 votes

Last Man Standing

1996 · Movie · 101 min. · United States

Direction Walter Hill

Cast Bruce Willis · Christopher Walken · Bruce Dern · William Sanderson

Synopsis Last Man Standing (1996) follows John Smith, a morally ambiguous sharpshooter navigating the tumultuous era of Prohibition. Fleeing from his most recent escapades, he stumbles upon Jericho, Texas, a place more akin to a ghost town due to the presence...

5.9

7K votes

5.9

7K votes

Insidious

2010 · Movie · 102 min. · United States

Direction James Wan

Cast Rose Byrne · Patrick Wilson · Ty Simpkins · Barbara Hershey

Synopsis Insidious (2010) follows a couple, Renai (Rose Byrne) and Josh Lambert (Patrick Wilson), who are compelled to relocate after a series of mysterious incidents endanger their children. However, their troubles escalate significantly in their new residence. The family must now...

5.8

32K votes

5.8

32K votes

Director's Cut

2015 · Movie · 90 min. · United States

Direction Adam Rifkin

Cast Missi Pyle · Harry Hamlin · Hayes MacArthur · Penn Jillette

Synopsis Director's Cut (2015) follows the chilling tale of Herbert Blount, a man driven by an obsessive desire to usurp the role of the actual director of a film. His twisted plan involves abducting the leading actress and subjecting her to...

5.8

40 votes

5.8

40 votes

Detroit Rock City

1999 · Movie · 96 min. · United States

Direction Adam Rifkin

Cast Edward Furlong · Giuseppe Andrews · Shannon Tweed · Sam Huntington

Synopsis Detroit Rock City (1999) follows the journey of four Midwestern high school friends who embark on an epic mission to secure tickets to a KISS concert. Throughout one extraordinary evening, each friend faces a series of comedic and challenging encounters....

5.8

7K votes

5.8

7K votes

Take Me Home

2011 · Movie · 97 min. · United States

Direction Sam Jaeger

Cast Sam Jaeger · Bree Turner · Lin Shaye · Amber Jaeger

Synopsis Take Me Home (2011) follows the story of Thom, who begins his journey as an unauthorized cab driver in the bustling streets of New York City. His life takes an unexpected turn when Claire approaches him with a request to...

5.8

47 votes

5.8

47 votes

Buster's Mal Heart

2016 · Movie · 96 min. · United States

Direction Sarah Adina Smith

Cast Rami Malek · DJ Qualls · Kate Lyn Sheil · Lin Shaye

Synopsis Buster's Mal Heart (2016) is a psychological thriller that delves into the life of a rugged mountain man who evades law enforcement by taking refuge in vacant vacation homes during the harsh winter months. His existence is overshadowed by a...

5.8

774 votes

5.8

774 votes

Cellular

2004 · Movie · 94 min. · United States

Direction David R. Ellis

Cast Kim Basinger · Chris Evans · Jason Statham · William H. Macy

Synopsis Cellular (2004) follows the gripping tale of a man who unexpectedly receives a distressing call on his mobile device. The caller, a woman, urgently reveals that she has been abducted and is facing imminent danger. The kidnappers have also targeted...

5.7

15K votes

5.7

15K votes

Goin' South

1978 · Movie · 109 min. · United States

Direction Jack Nicholson

Cast Jack Nicholson · Mary Steenburgen · Danny DeVito · Christopher Lloyd

Synopsis Goin' South (1978) follows the story of Henry Moon, who is apprehended for a serious crime by a posse after his horse gives out during an escape attempt to Mexico. Moon discovers a peculiar post-Civil War law in a small...

5.6

679 votes

5.6

679 votes

Insidious: Chapter 2

2013 · Movie · 105 min. · United States

Direction James Wan

Cast Patrick Wilson · Rose Byrne · Lin Shaye · Ty Simpkins

Synopsis Insidious: Chapter 2 (2013) follows the Lambert family as they delve into the past to uncover a hidden secret from Josh's youth. This revelation has left them in a perilous connection with the supernatural realm, and they must confront the...

5.6

13K votes

5.6

13K votes

Dead End

2003 · Movie · 80 min. · France

Direction Jean-Baptiste Andrea · Fabrice Canepa

Cast Ray Wise · Alexandra Holden · Lin Shaye · Mick Cain

Synopsis Dead End (2003) follows Frank Harrington as he embarks on a journey to his mother-in-law's residence, opting for a seemingly innocuous shortcut that swiftly transforms into a perilous blunder. The film masterfully blends elements of horror and dark comedy, creating...

5.6

3K votes

5.6

3K votes

Brewster's Millions

1985 · Movie · 97 min. · United States

Direction Walter Hill

Cast Richard Pryor · John Candy · Lonette McKee · Stephen Collins

Synopsis Brewster's Millions (1985) follows the story of a talented but struggling minor league baseball player who is presented with an unusual challenge. He must figure out how to spend a staggering $30 million within a mere 30 days to secure...

5.6

3K votes

5.6

3K votes

Direction John Logan · Paco Cabezas · Sheree Folkson

Cast Natalie Dormer · Daniel Zovatto · Jessica Garza · Johnathan Nieves

Synopsis Penny Dreadful: City of Angels (TV Series) (2020) unfolds in the vibrant and tumultuous landscape of 1938 Los Angeles, where the rich tapestry of Mexican-American folklore intertwines with the city's social unrest. The narrative revolves around a clash between characters...

5.4

517 votes

5.4

517 votes

Chillerama

2011 · Movie · 120 min. · United States

Direction Adam Green · Joe Lynch · Adam Rifkin · Tim Sullivan

Cast Adam Rifkin · Sean Paul Lockhart · Gabby West · Anton Troy

Synopsis Chillerama (2011) unfolds on the final evening at the last remaining drive-in cinema in the United States, where Cecil B. Kaufman has curated an extraordinary lineup of obscure film prints for his devoted moviegoers. The event features four exceptionally rare...

5.3

308 votes

5.3

308 votes