Cast: John Williams

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


Witness for the Prosecution

1957 · Movie · 114 min. · United States

Direction Billy Wilder

Cast Tyrone Power · Marlene Dietrich · Charles Laughton · Elsa Lanchester

Synopsis In Witness for the Prosecution (1957), a brilliant but ailing barrister, Sir Wilfrid Robarts, takes on the defense of Leonard Vole, a charming man accused of murdering a wealthy widow. Despite overwhelming evidence, Sir Wilfrid believes in Leonard's innocence. The...

8.6

43K votes

8.6

43K votes

Dial M for Murder

1954 · Movie · 105 min. · United States

Direction Alfred Hitchcock

Cast Grace Kelly · Ray Milland · Robert Cummings · John Williams

Synopsis British tennis pro (Ray Milland) suspects that his wealthy wife (Grace Kelly) is fooling around with a handsome American (Robert Cummings). He blackmails a disgraced former army comrade (Anthony Dawson) into murdering his wife and making it look like the...

8.2

27K votes

8.2

27K votes

Ennio: The Maestro

2021 · Documentary · 156 min. · Italy

Direction Giuseppe Tornatore

Cast Ennio Morricone · Quentin Tarantino · Clint Eastwood · Oliver Stone

Synopsis Ennio is a well-rounded portrait of Ennio Morricone, the most popular and prolific film composer of the 20th century, the one most loved by the international public, a two-time Oscar winner and the author of over five hundred unforgettable scores....

8.2

318 votes

8.2

318 votes

Direction Alfred Hitchcock · Robert Stevens · Paul Henreid · Herschel Daugherty

Cast Alfred Hitchcock · Harry Tyler · John Williams · Patricia Hitchcock

Synopsis Alfred Hitchcock Presents (TV Series) (1955) is a classic anthology series hosted by the legendary Alfred Hitchcock. Each episode presents a self-contained story, often blending suspense, mystery, and dark humor. Hitchcock introduces and concludes the tales with his signature wit...

7.8

6K votes

7.8

6K votes

Music by John Williams

2024 · Documentary · 105 min. · United States

Direction Laurent Bouzereau

Cast John Williams · Alan Silvestri · Thomas Newman · Steven Spielberg

Synopsis His unforgettable scores are an essential part of some of the most beloved movies of our time, over a career that spans decades. See and hear maestro John Williams’ own story, with insights from filmmakers, musicians, and others he has...

7.8

732 votes

7.8

732 votes

Sabrina

1954 · Movie · 113 min. · United States

Direction Billy Wilder

Cast Humphrey Bogart · Audrey Hepburn · William Holden · Walter Hampden

Synopsis In Sabrina (1954), a charming romantic comedy directed by Billy Wilder, Sabrina Fairchild, the daughter of a wealthy family's chauffeur, returns from Paris transformed into an elegant woman. Her childhood crush, David Larrabee, a carefree playboy, finally notices her, sparking...

7.5

33K votes

7.5

33K votes

Direction Edith Becker · Kevin Burns

Cast George Lucas · Mark Hamill · Harrison Ford · Carrie Fisher

Synopsis The most comprehensive look at the making of the Star Wars trilogy ever produced. This 2 and a half hour special examines the early concepts, the deals, the productions hell and then the eventual success of George Lucas' space opera....

7.5

1K votes

7.5

1K votes

The Making of Steven Spielberg's 'Jaws'

1995 · Documentary · 125 min. · United States

Direction Laurent Bouzereau

Cast Steven Spielberg · Joe Alves · Susan Backlinie · Peter Benchley

Synopsis Excellent and very detailed documentary on the making of a classic. Filled with appealing trivia, exhaustive interviews with cast and crew members, and never before seen footage.

7.2

109 votes

7.2

109 votes

Direction Robert Trachtenberg

Cast Steven Spielberg · John Williams

Synopsis Almost four decades ago, a young filmmaker named Steven Spielberg asked established composer John Williams to write music for his film. As of 2012, they will have worked “exclusively together” for 40 years.

7.2

115 votes

7.2

115 votes

To Catch a Thief

1955 · Movie · 97 min. · United States

Direction Alfred Hitchcock

Cast Cary Grant · Grace Kelly · Brigitte Auber · Jessie Royce Landis

Synopsis When a reformed jewel thief is suspected of returning to his former occupation, he must ferret out the real thief in order to prove his innocence.

7.1

13K votes

7.1

13K votes

Direction Laurent Bouzereau

Cast Harrison Ford · Steven Spielberg · George Lucas · Kathleen Kennedy

Synopsis Timeless Heroes explores Harrison Ford's enduring appeal and his upbringing, including his foray into the entertainment business, his casting in the iconic Indiana Jones franchise, and impact & inspiration generated by the films. An in-depth look at an incredible moment...

7.1

146 votes

7.1

146 votes

Direction Robert Stevenson

Cast Peter Lawford · John Williams · Gertrude Hoffman · Robert Warwick

Synopsis Heavily indebted Charlie Raymond is hired to accompany a British visitor on a trip across the USA, and looks for a way to take advantage of his employer.

6.9

245 votes

6.9

245 votes

The Young Philadelphians

1959 · Movie · 136 min. · United States

Direction Vincent Sherman

Cast Paul Newman · Barbara Rush · Alexis Smith · Robert Vaughn

Synopsis Up and coming, young lawyer Anthony Lawrence faces several ethical and emotional dilemmas as he climbs the Philadelphia social ladder. His personal and professional skills are tested as he tries to balance the needs of his fiance Joan, the expectations...

6.9

714 votes

6.9

714 votes

Kind Lady

1951 · Movie · 78 min. · United States

Direction John Sturges

Cast Ethel Barrymore · Maurice Evans · Angela Lansbury · Keenan Wynn

Synopsis Mary Herries has a passion for art and fine furniture. Even thought she is getting on in years, she enjoys being around these priceless articles. One day she meets a strange young painter named Elcott, who uses his painting skill...

6.9

22 votes

6.9

22 votes

The Boys: The Sherman Brothers' Story

2009 · Documentary · 101 min. · United States

Direction Gregory V. Sherman · Jeff Sherman

Cast Richard M. Sherman · Robert B. Sherman · Dick Van Dyke · Angela Lansbury

Synopsis "The Boys" documents the extraordinary lives of two radically diverse siblings: the multi-award-winning songwriting team-- the Sherman Brothers. The documentary traces the origins of their remarkable careers--from their childhood and young adulthood, through a six-decade collaboration that included 50 motion...

6.9

40 votes

6.9

40 votes

Direction Alfred Hitchcock

Cast John Williams · Hilda Plowright · Max Adrian · George Dillon

Synopsis John Bedford is suspected of being the murderer of his wealthy aunt, Miss Ferguson, but the police are unable to break his alibi. Now, exactly two years after the crime, a retired Scotland Yard investigator named William Brent, puts together...

6.8

197 votes

6.8

197 votes

The Beginning: Making 'Episode I'

2001 · Documentary · 66 min. · United States

Direction Jon Shenk

Cast George Lucas · Rick McCallum · Steven Spielberg · Liam Neeson

Synopsis Documentary that follows the production of Episode I, from the screenplay to the postproduction process.

6.8

107 votes

6.8

107 votes

No Subtitles Necessary: László & Vilmos

2008 · Documentary · 97 min. · United States

Direction James Chressanthis

Cast Vilmos Zsigmond · László Kovács · Vittorio Storaro · John Boorman

Synopsis The artistry, triumph and lifelong friendship of the great cinematographers Laszlo Kovacs and Vilmos Zsigmond. With film school equipment, they shoot the Soviet crackdown of the 1956 Hungarian Revolution. As refugees they struggle in Hollywood, finally breaking into the mainstream...

6.8

27 votes

6.8

27 votes

Score: A Film Music Documentary

2016 · Documentary · 93 min. · United States

Direction Matt Schrader

Cast Hans Zimmer · Danny Elfman · John Williams · Trent Reznor

Synopsis This documentary brings Hollywood's premier composers together to give viewers a privileged look inside the musical challenges and creative secrecy of the world's most widely known music genre: the film score.

6.7

252 votes

6.7

252 votes

The Shark Is Still Working

2007 · Documentary · 100 min. · United States

Direction Erik Hollander

Cast Steve Alten · Joe Alves · Roy Arbogast · Steven Awalt

Synopsis After three decades, Jaws continues to intrigue, thrill and frighten viewers. This documentary focuses on the many ways Jaws has helped to shape common elements of pop culture.

6.7

38 votes

6.7

38 votes