Cast: John Randolph

Direction Joseph L. Mankiewicz

Cast Kirk Douglas · Henry Fonda · Warren Oates · Hume Cronyn

Synopsis There Was a Crooked Man (1970) follows the exploits of Paris Pitman, Jr. (Kirk Douglas), a notorious armed robber and murderer, who orchestrates a daring prison escape with his fellow inmates from a uniquely run jail. The prison, overseen by...

Direction Sidney Lumet

Cast Al Pacino · John Randolph · Jack Kehoe · Tony Roberts

Synopsis Serpico (1973) follows the journey of a dedicated police officer navigating the corrupt landscape of the early 1970s. Unlike his peers, he steadfastly declines to partake in the illicit extortion schemes that are commonplace among his colleagues. This principled stance...

Direction John Frankenheimer

Cast Rock Hudson · Salome Jens · John Randolph · Will Geer

Synopsis Seconds (1966) follows Arthur Hamilton, a middle-aged banker from New York residing in Scarsdale, who is married and has a grown daughter he rarely sees. He feels disconnected from his life. After receiving mysterious phone calls from his supposedly deceased...

Direction John Huston

Cast Jack Nicholson · Kathleen Turner · Anjelica Huston · Robert Loggia

Synopsis Prizzi's Honor (1985) is a captivating crime comedy-drama that draws from Richard Condon's novel. The movie features Jack Nicholson as a somewhat dim-witted hitman working for a Mafia family. He finds himself entangled in a romantic relationship with an independent...

Direction Nicholas Colasanto

Cast Peter Falk · Johnny Cash · Ida Lupino · John Dehner

Synopsis Columbo: Swan Song (TV) (1974) follows the story of a renowned gospel singer who is determined to eliminate his overly devoted wife. In a meticulously planned scheme, he stages a fatal airplane accident to conceal the murder. However, his cunning...

Direction Alan Arkin

Cast Elliott Gould · Lou Jacobi · Donald Sutherland · Alan Arkin

Synopsis Little Murders (1971) is a darkly comedic film that centers around Alfred Chamberlain, portrayed by Elliott Gould, a detached photographer who finds himself engaged to Patsy Newquist, an outgoing and optimistic woman played by Marcia Rodd. Patsy is the sole...

Direction Noel Black

Cast Anthony Perkins · Tuesday Weld · Beverly Garland · John Randolph

Synopsis Pretty Poison (1968) follows the story of a recently released young man, portrayed by Anthony Perkins, who crosses paths with an alluring high school cheerleader, played by Tuesday Weld. To capture her interest, he fabricates a tale about being a...

Direction Boaz Yakin

Cast Renée Zellweger · Christopher Eccleston · Allen Payne · Kim Hunter

Direction John Guillermin

Cast Jeff Bridges · Jessica Lange · Charles Grodin · John Randolph

Synopsis King Kong (1976) follows Fred Wilson, the ambitious head of Petrox Corporation, who risks everything to find oil on a remote, uncharted island. Departing from Surubaya, Indonesia, the expedition's ship carries an unexpected passenger, Jack Prescott, who is determined to...

Direction Don Taylor

Cast Roddy McDowall · Kim Hunter · Bradford Dillman · Ricardo Montalban

Synopsis Escape From The Planet of The Apes (1971) follows the astonishing arrival of three articulate chimpanzees—Cornelius, Zira, and Milo—in a U.S. spacecraft, leaving the world in awe. The trio swiftly becomes celebrities, captivating society with their intelligence and charm. However,...

Direction Norman Jewison

Cast Beau Bridges · Melina Mercouri · Brian Keith · George Kennedy

Synopsis Gaily, Gaily (1969) follows the journey of a naive young man, Ben Harvey, who departs from his humble small-town life in 1910 to seek refuge from his inner temptations in the bustling city of Chicago. Shortly after his arrival, he...

Direction Tom Gries

Cast Charlton Heston · Jessica Walter · Bruce Dern · John Randolph

Synopsis Number One (1969) follows the journey of Cat Catlan, portrayed by Heston, a former star quarterback whose career has taken a downturn. In an attempt to cope with his struggles, he turns to alcohol and fleeting relationships. However, Catlan soon...

Direction Nora Ephron

Cast Tom Hanks · Meg Ryan · Greg Kinnear · Parker Posey

Synopsis You've Got Mail (1998) is a charming romantic comedy that brings the timeless story of "The Shop Around the Corner" into the digital era. The narrative revolves around a successful bookstore magnate, portrayed by Tom Hanks, who finds himself drawn...

Direction Jeremiah Chechik

Cast Chevy Chase · Beverly D'Angelo · Juliette Lewis · Johnny Galecki

Synopsis Christmas Vacation (1989) follows the Griswold family as they eagerly anticipate their annual holiday gathering. However, Clark Griswold, his wife Ellen, and their two children face a series of mishaps and misfortunes that threaten to derail their festive plans. Clark's...

Direction Hiroaki Yoshida

Cast Jeff Fahey · Bridget Fonda · Hiroaki Murakami · J.T. Walsh

Synopsis Iron Maze (1991) unfolds in the declining town of Corinth, situated just 15 miles from Pittsburgh. The narrative begins with a Japanese businessman who has plans to demolish the abandoned iron mills to construct an amusement park. One fateful evening,...

Direction Carl Reiner

Cast Kirstie Alley · Bill Pullman · Carrie Fisher · Jami Gertz

Direction Tom Gries · Daniel Petrie · Herschel Daugherty · Marc Daniels

Cast George C. Scott · Elizabeth Wilson · Cicely Tyson · Linden Chiles

Synopsis East Side / West Side (TV Series) (1963) is a compelling television series that aired from 1963 to 1964, spanning one season with 26 episodes. The show centers around Neil Brock, a dedicated young social worker navigating the challenges of...

Direction Daryl Duke · Robert Day · John Badham

Cast Hal Holbrook · Sharon Acker · Cindy Eilbacher · Michael Tolan

Synopsis The Bold Ones: The Senator (TV Series) (1971) follows the journey of Hays Stowe, a newly elected senator who moves to Washington D.C. with his wife Erin and daughter Norma. Filled with a sense of optimism and a strong belief...

Direction Ivan Dixon · Arnold Laven · David Moessinger

Cast Dennis Dugan · Barbara Bosson · Robert Hogan · John Randolph

Synopsis Richie Brockelman, Private Eye (TV Series) (1978) follows the adventures of a young private investigator who leverages his youthful appearance to solve cases. This series showcases the protagonist's unique approach to detective work, utilizing his fresh and energetic demeanor to...

Direction Adam Collis

Cast Simon Baker · Anna Friel · Nick Stahl · Rory Cochrane

Synopsis Sunset Strip (2000) offers a vibrant glimpse into the high-energy world of rock and roll on the iconic Sunset Strip in Los Angeles. The film captures a dynamic 24-hour period where a diverse array of musicians and guests come together...