Cast: Tom Poston

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


City That Never Sleeps

1953 · Movie · 90 min. · United States

Direction John H. Auer

Cast Gig Young · Mala Powers · William Talman · Edward Arnold

Synopsis City That Never Sleeps (1953) follows the story of Johnny Kelly, a seasoned Chicago police officer from a family with a strong law enforcement legacy. Weary of his job and his marital life, Johnny is planning to leave his wife...

6.5

86 votes

6.5

86 votes

Mork & Mindy (TV Series)

1978 · Series · 30 min. · United States

Direction Howard Storm · Garry Marshall · Bob Claver · Jeff Chambers

Cast Robin Williams · Pam Dawber · Conrad Janis · Ralph James

Synopsis Mork & Mindy (TV Series) (1978) is a comedic television series that aired from 1978 to 1982, spanning 4 seasons and 94 episodes. The show centers around Mork, an alien from the planet Ork, played by the iconic Robin Williams....

6.1

338 votes

6.1

338 votes

Cold Turkey

1971 · Movie · 99 min. · United States

Direction Norman Lear

Cast Dick Van Dyke · Pippa Scott · Tom Poston · Edward Everett Horton

Synopsis Cold Turkey (1971) presents a unique scenario where a malevolent tobacco corporation extends a $25 million offer to the residents of Eagle Rock, Iowa, if they can collectively abstain from smoking for 30 days. The town's 4,006 heavy smokers, led...

5.8

150 votes

5.8

150 votes

The Story of Us

1999 · Movie · 98 min. · United States

Direction Rob Reiner

Cast Michelle Pfeiffer · Bruce Willis · Tim Matheson · Rob Reiner

Synopsis The Story of Us (1999) follows the journey of a couple who, despite their contrasting personalities, have been married for 15 years. Ben Jordan, a writer played by Bruce Willis, and his wife Katie, a crossword editor portrayed by Michelle...

5.1

6K votes

5.1

6K votes

The Old Dark House

1963 · Movie · 86 min. · United Kingdom

Direction William Castle

Cast Tom Poston · Robert Morley · Janette Scott · Joyce Grenfell

Synopsis The Old Dark House (1963) follows the story of an American car salesman based in England who is intrigued by a puzzling invitation. The enigmatic summons comes from an elderly, eccentric millionaire, who resides in a grand, isolated mansion with...

4.7

128 votes

4.7

128 votes

Soldier in the Rain

1963 · Movie · 88 min. · United States

Direction Ralph Nelson

Cast Steve McQueen · Jackie Gleason · Tuesday Weld · Tony Bill

Synopsis Soldier in the Rain (1963) is a heartwarming military comedy that centers around two modern-day army pals, Master Sergeant Maxwell Slaughter (Jackie Gleason), a charismatic and savvy individual, and Sergeant Eustis Clay (Steve McQueen), who admires Slaughter and aspires to...

4.6

49 votes

4.6

49 votes

Christmas with the Kranks

2004 · Movie · 90 min. · United States

Direction Joe Roth

Cast Tim Allen · Jamie Lee Curtis · Dan Aykroyd · M. Emmet Walsh

Synopsis Christmas with the Kranks (2004) follows the story of Luther Krank (Tim Allen), who opts to forgo the holiday season and embark on a tropical vacation with his wife, Nora (Jamie Lee Curtis). However, their plans take an unexpected turn...

4.3

2K votes

4.3

2K votes

Direction Garry Marshall

Cast Anne Hathaway · Julie Andrews · Hector Elizondo · John Rhys-Davies

Synopsis The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement (2004) picks up where the first film left off, with Mia Thermopolis (Anne Hathaway) preparing to take on her royal duties as the princess of Genovia. After settling into the Royal Palace with her...

4.0

9K votes

4.0

9K votes

Krippendorf's Tribe

1998 · Movie · 94 min. · United States

Direction Todd Holland

Cast Richard Dreyfuss · Jenna Elfman · Natasha Lyonne · Gregory Smith

Synopsis Krippendorf's Tribe (1998) follows the story of an academic who is tasked with locating the final uncharted tribe of New Guinea. After his expedition proves unsuccessful, he returns home and, instead of confessing his failure, he delivers a lecture about...

3.8

535 votes

3.8

535 votes

Beethoven's 5th

2003 · Movie · 91 min. · United States

Direction Mark Griffiths

Cast Dave Thomas · Faith Ford · Daveigh Chase · Tom Poston

Synopsis Beethoven's 5th (2003) follows the story of Sara Newton and her beloved dog, Beethoven, as they embark on a summer adventure in the peculiar town of Quicksilver. They are hosted by Freddy Kablinski, who introduces them to the town's eccentricities...

2.8

329 votes

2.8

329 votes

Rabbit Test

1977 · Movie · 84 min. · United States

Direction Joan Rivers

Cast Billy Crystal · Alex Rocco · Doris Roberts · Joan Prather

Synopsis Rabbit Test (1977) follows the unexpected journey of Lionel, whose life takes a dramatic turn after a brief encounter on a pinball table. This comedic film explores the absurd and humorous consequences as Lionel becomes the first man in the...

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Direction Ralph Ward · George Gould

Cast Frankie Thomas · Al Markim · Jan Merlin · Jack Grimes

Synopsis Tom Corbett, Space Cadet (TV Series) (1950) follows the thrilling escapades of three young cadets—Tom Corbett, Roger Manning, and Astro—as they undergo rigorous training to join the elite Solar Guards. Set four centuries ahead, their journey aboard the "Polaris" is...

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The Happy Hooker

1975 · Movie · 96 min. · United States

Direction Nicholas Sgarro

Cast Lynn Redgrave · Jean-Pierre Aumont · Lovelady Powell · Tom Poston

Synopsis The Happy Hooker (1975) follows the journey of a young Dutch woman who, after moving to New York and being abruptly jilted by her fiancé, secures a lucrative office position and begins exploring the city's male scene. Eventually, she transforms...

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Lights Out (TV Series)

1946 · Series · 30 min. · United States

Direction William Corrigan · Laurence Schwab Jr. · Kingman T. Moore · Grey Lockwood

Cast Frank Gallop · Jack La Rue · Mercer McLeod · Leslie Nielsen

Synopsis Lights Out (TV Series) (1946) was a highly acclaimed American television program that originated from a renowned old-time radio series, known for its focus on horror and supernatural themes. The radio version, which aired from January 1934 to the summer...

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Newhart (TV Series)

1982 · Series · 30 min. · United States

Direction Barry Kemp

Cast Bob Newhart · Mary Frann · Jennifer Holmes · Julia Duffy

Synopsis Newhart (TV Series) (1982) follows the story of Dick Loudon, a how-to book author, and his wife Joanna, who trade the bustling streets of New York City for a quieter life by purchasing an inn in the picturesque state of...

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Up the Academy

1980 · Movie · 87 min. · United States

Direction Robert Downey Sr.

Cast Wendell Brown · Tommy Citera · Hutch Parker · Ralph Macchio

Synopsis Up the Academy (1980) is a pubescent comedy that blends elements from "Animal House" and "Police Academy." The narrative follows four young men who are dispatched to the Sheldon R. Wienberg Military Academy for various reasons. The rigorous military lifestyle...

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Direction Anson Williams

Cast Teri Garr · Robert Urich · Susan Ruttan · Florence Stanley

Synopsis A Quiet Little Neighborhood, a Perfect Little Murder (TV) (1990) follows the story of a suburban housewife who becomes convinced that she has stumbled upon a sinister murder scheme. The film cleverly blends elements of suspense and comedy, offering a...

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Grace Under Fire (TV Series)

1993 · Series · 30 min. · United States

Direction Chuck Lorre · Michael Lessac · John Bowab · David Trainer

Cast Brett Butler · Casey Sander · Kaitlin Cullum · Dylan Sprouse

Synopsis Grace Under Fire (TV Series) (1993) is a television series that aired from 1993 to 1998, spanning 5 seasons and 112 episodes. The show follows Grace, a woman who, after ending her marriage to an abusive and alcoholic husband and...

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Zotz!

1962 · Movie · 87 min. · United States

Direction William Castle

Cast Tom Poston · Julia Meade · Jim Backus · Fred Clark

Synopsis Zotz! (1962) follows the story of Jonathan Jones, a dedicated professor of ancient languages who acquires an ancient coin with mysterious properties. After deciphering the inscription on the coin, Jones gains three extraordinary abilities: the power to cause pain, manipulate...

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