Cast: Gary Busey

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


Lost Highway

1997 · Movie · 134 min. · United States

Direction David Lynch

Cast Bill Pullman · Balthazar Getty · Patricia Arquette · Robert Loggia

Synopsis Lost Highway (1997) follows the unsettling journey of jazz musician Fred Madison and his wife Renee, who are plagued by mysterious videotapes that capture their home and their sleep. The tension escalates when Fred receives a chilling tape showing himself...

7.4

31K votes

7.4

31K votes

Into the West (TV Miniseries)

2005 · Series · 720 min. · United States

Direction Robert Dornhelm · Simon Wincer · Sergio Mimica-Gezzan · Michael W. Watkins

Cast Matthew Settle · Skeet Ulrich · Michael Spears · Tonantzin Carmelo

Synopsis Into the West (TV Miniseries) (2005) is a sweeping 6-episode narrative that delves into the dramatic saga of the American frontier's expansion. Produced by TNT in collaboration with DreamWorks Television, and overseen by executive producer Steven Spielberg, this 12-hour limited...

6.9

321 votes

6.9

321 votes

Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas

1998 · Movie · 118 min. · United States

Direction Terry Gilliam

Cast Johnny Depp · Benicio del Toro · Craig Bierko · Tobey Maguire

Synopsis Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas (1998) is a cinematic journey based on Hunter S. Thompson's iconic novel. The story revolves around a wild pursuit of the elusive "American Dream" by Thompson and his eccentric, Samoan attorney. Driven by an...

6.8

56K votes

6.8

56K votes

Lethal Weapon

1987 · Movie · 105 min. · United States

Direction Richard Donner

Cast Mel Gibson · Danny Glover · Gary Busey · Mitchell Ryan

Synopsis Lethal Weapon (1987) introduces us to a dynamic duo in the world of law enforcement. Martin Riggs, portrayed by Mel Gibson, is a high-stakes undercover officer grappling with personal demons. His steadfast partner, Roger Murtaugh, played by Danny Glover, is...

6.7

83K votes

6.7

83K votes

Straight Time

1978 · Movie · 114 min. · United States

Direction Ulu Grosbard

Cast Dustin Hoffman · Theresa Russell · Gary Busey · Harry Dean Stanton

Synopsis Straight Time (1978) follows the journey of a recently paroled burglar who strives to turn his life around by securing a legitimate job and adhering to societal norms. However, his efforts are thwarted by an overzealous parole officer, leading to...

6.7

928 votes

6.7

928 votes

The Firm

1993 · Movie · 154 min. · United States

Direction Sydney Pollack

Cast Tom Cruise · Gene Hackman · Jeanne Tripplehorn · Holly Hunter

Synopsis The Firm (1993) follows the journey of Mitch McDeere (Tom Cruise), a bright and ambitious young lawyer on the brink of passing his Bar exam. He is enticed by a prestigious law firm, known as 'The Firm', which extends an...

6.6

39K votes

6.6

39K votes

Big Wednesday

1978 · Movie · 120 min. · United States

Direction John Milius

Cast Jan-Michael Vincent · William Katt · Gary Busey · Patti D'Arbanville

Synopsis Big Wednesday (1978) follows the journey of a group of friends who share a deep passion for surfing, chronicling their experiences and the evolution of their lives from the early 1960s through the 1970s. Set against the backdrop of California's...

6.5

2K votes

6.5

2K votes

The Buddy Holly Story

1978 · Movie · 113 min. · United States

Direction Steve Rash

Cast Gary Busey · Don Stroud · Charles Martin Smith · Conrad Janis

Synopsis The Buddy Holly Story (1978) follows the rise and fall of the iconic musician Buddy Holly, beginning with his early days when "Peggy Sue" was initially titled "Cindy Lou," inspired by his first love. The film captures his swift ascent...

6.5

255 votes

6.5

255 votes

Thunderbolt and Lightfoot

1974 · Movie · 115 min. · United States

Direction Michael Cimino

Cast Clint Eastwood · Jeff Bridges · George Kennedy · Geoffrey Lewis

Synopsis Thunderbolt and Lightfoot (1974) is a unique blend of character study and road movie, marking Michael Cimino's first directorial effort. The narrative revolves around a group of four misfits navigating their criminal lives. The story begins when retired criminal Thunderbolt...

6.3

5K votes

6.3

5K votes

Point Break

1991 · Movie · 125 min. · United States

Direction Kathryn Bigelow

Cast Keanu Reeves · Patrick Swayze · Gary Busey · Lori Petty

Synopsis Point Break (1991) follows the story of Johnny Utah (Keanu Reeves), a dedicated FBI Special Agent. Utah is paired with the seasoned and intensely committed Agent Angelo Pappas (Gary Busey). Their mission is to unravel a series of high-stakes robberies...

6.2

52K votes

6.2

52K votes

Entourage

2015 · Movie · 104 min. · United States

Direction Doug Ellin

Cast Adrian Grenier · Kevin Connolly · Jeremy Piven · Jerry Ferrara

Synopsis Entourage (2015) follows the return of Hollywood sensation Vincent Chase and his loyal entourage, consisting of Eric, Turtle, and Johnny. This time, they reunite with their former manager and now studio head, Ari Gold, to embark on a daring venture....

6.0

5K votes

6.0

5K votes

5.8

31 votes

A Star Is Born

1976 · Movie · 139 min. · United States

Direction Frank Pierson

Cast Barbra Streisand · Kris Kristofferson · Gary Busey · Oliver Clark

Synopsis A Star Is Born (1976) follows the story of a once-famous rock star, John Norman, portrayed by Kris Kristofferson, whose fame has significantly faded. Struggling to uphold commitments to his agent and the media, Norman's life takes a turn when...

5.6

952 votes

5.6

952 votes

Insignificance

1985 · Movie · 110 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Nicolas Roeg

Cast Michael Emil · Tony Curtis · Theresa Russell · Gary Busey

Synopsis Insignificance (1985) presents a captivating narrative where four prominent figures from the 1950s—Albert Einstein, Marilyn Monroe, Joe DiMaggio, and Senator Joseph McCarthy—are brought together in a fictional scenario that explores the cultural and political climate of post-World War II America....

5.4

246 votes

5.4

246 votes

Silver Bullet

1985 · Movie · 91 min. · United States

Direction Daniel Attias

Cast Corey Haim · Everett McGill · Gary Busey · Leon Russom

Synopsis Silver Bullet (1985) unfolds in the quiet, unassuming town of Tarker's Mill, where tranquility is abruptly shattered by a series of gruesome murders. Residents are convinced that a deranged killer is on the loose and rally to capture the culprit....

5.4

2K votes

5.4

2K votes

The Gumball Rally

1976 · Movie · 105 min. · United States

Direction Charles Bail

Cast Michael Sarrazin · Norman Burton · Gary Busey · John Durren

Synopsis The Gumball Rally (1976) follows a diverse group of individuals who share a unique bond. When they hear the word "gumball" mentioned, they understand that it's the signal for an extraordinary event: a high-stakes, clandestine, and all-out race across the...

5.4

99 votes

5.4

99 votes

Valley of the Wolves: Iraq

2006 · Movie · 122 min. · Turkey

Direction Serdar Akar · Sadullah Sentürk

Cast Necati Sasmaz · Billy Zane · Ghassan Massoud · Gürkan Uygun

Synopsis Valley of the Wolves: Iraq (2006) kicks off with a gripping true story known as "The Hood Event." In July 2003, American forces visit an unofficial Turkish headquarters in Iraq, where eleven Turkish soldiers are unexpectedly hooded and deported, marking...

5.2

290 votes

5.2

290 votes

Carny

1980 · Movie · 107 min. · United States

Direction Robert Kaylor

Cast Gary Busey · Jodie Foster · Robbie Robertson · Meg Foster

Synopsis Carny (1980) follows the story of a traveling carnival that arrives in a quiet small town, bringing with it a whirlwind of excitement and intrigue. Eighteen-year-old Donna, feeling trapped in her mundane job as a waitress, finds herself captivated by...

5.2

23 votes

5.2

23 votes

Bounty Killer

2013 · Movie · 93 min. · United States

Direction Henry Saine

Cast Matthew Marsden · Kristanna Loken · Christian Pitre · Barak Hardley

Synopsis Bounty Killer (2013) unfolds in a dystopian future where, two decades prior, corporations seized control of global governments, sparking the corporate wars that devastated society. From the ruins, the Council of Nine emerged, establishing a new order and issuing death...

5.2

186 votes

5.2

186 votes

Hider in the House

1989 · Movie · 104 min. · United States

Direction Matthew Patrick

Cast Gary Busey · Mimi Rogers · Michael McKean · Kurt Christopher Kinder

Synopsis Hider in the House (1989) follows the chilling tale of a disturbed individual, Tom Sykes, who takes refuge in the attic of a seemingly ordinary family's home. The unsuspecting couple, Rogers and McKean, along with their family, go about their...

5.1

106 votes

5.1

106 votes