Cast: Sean Penn
Top movies, series, and documentaries starring Sean Penn. Uncover the most acclaimed works, loved by fans and praised by critics.
Titles found: 66
Friends (TV Series)
1994 · Series · 20 min. · United States
Direction David Crane · Marta Kauffman · Gary Halvorson · Kevin Bright
Cast Jennifer Aniston · Courteney Cox · Lisa Kudrow · Matt LeBlanc
Synopsis Friends (TV Series) (1994) is a beloved sitcom that aired from 1994 to 2004, spanning 10 seasons and 236 episodes. The show revolves around the lives of six close friends—Rachel (Jennifer Aniston), Monica (Courteney Cox), Phoebe (Lisa Kudrow), Ross (David...
8.2
141K votes
8.2
141K votes
Mystic River
2003 · Movie · 137 min. · United States
Direction Clint Eastwood
Cast Sean Penn · Tim Robbins · Kevin Bacon · Laurence Fishburne
Synopsis Mystic River (2003) follows the intertwined lives of three childhood friends from a tough Boston neighborhood. Jimmy Markum (Sean Penn), Dave Boyle (Tim Robbins), and Sean Devine (Kevin Bacon) once spent their days playing stickball on the streets of East...
8.0
133K votes
8.0
133K votes
Carlito's Way
1993 · Movie · 139 min. · United States
Direction Brian De Palma
Cast Al Pacino · Sean Penn · Penelope Ann Miller · James Rebhorn
Synopsis Carlito's Way (1993) follows the story of Carlito Brigante, a Puerto Rican man who is freed from prison after completing a five-year sentence, much shorter than his initial term. Determined to turn his life around, Carlito aims to become a...
7.9
39K votes
7.9
39K votes
21 Grams
2003 · Movie · 125 min. · United States
Direction Alejandro González Iñárritu
Cast Sean Penn · Benicio del Toro · Naomi Watts · Charlotte Gainsbourg
Synopsis 21 Grams (2003) follows the intertwined lives of three couples grappling with profound loss and redemption. Paul Rivers (Sean Penn), a college professor, and his wife Mary (Charlotte Gainsbourg) face a delicate balance between life and death as Paul awaits...
7.6
85K votes
7.6
85K votes
Brando (TV)
2007 · Documentary · 165 min. · United States
Direction Leslie Greif · Mimi Freedman
Cast Marlon Brando · Robert Duvall · Martin Scorsese · Al Pacino
Synopsis Brando (TV) (2007) delves into the life and career of the legendary Marlon Brando, offering a fresh perspective on the iconic actor. This documentary explores Brando's distinctive voice, striking appearance, and eccentric personality, while also delving into the intricate inner...
7.4
349 votes
7.4
349 votes
I Am Sam
2001 · Movie · 132 min. · United States
Direction Jessie Nelson
Cast Sean Penn · Michelle Pfeiffer · Laura Dern · Dianne Wiest
Synopsis I Am Sam (2001) follows the journey of Sam Dawson (Sean Penn), a man with developmental disabilities who has been the sole caregiver for his daughter, Lucy, for her entire seven years. Sam creates a joyful and nurturing home for...
7.4
37K votes
7.4
37K votes
A Constant Forge
2000 · Documentary · 200 min. · United States
Direction Charles Kiselyak
Cast Gena Rowlands · Peter Falk · Ben Gazzara · Seymour Cassel
Synopsis A Constant Forge (2000) delves into the vibrant life and enduring legacy of independent film trailblazer John Cassavetes. Through heartfelt interviews with his family, close friends, and devoted admirers, the documentary offers an intimate portrait of the man behind the...
7.4
80 votes
7.4
80 votes
Dead Man Walking
1995 · Movie · 120 min. · United States
Direction Tim Robbins
Cast Susan Sarandon · Sean Penn · Robert Prosky · Margo Martindale
Synopsis Dead Man Walking (1995) follows the profound connection that develops between a condemned prisoner and a compassionate nun who offers him spiritual support in the final days before his execution. Matthew Poncelet, portrayed by Sean Penn, is on death row...
7.4
56K votes
7.4
56K votes
The Game
1997 · Movie · 123 min. · United States
Direction David Fincher
Cast Michael Douglas · Sean Penn · James Rebhorn · Deborah Kara Unger
Synopsis The Game (1997) follows the success of David Fincher's dark and atmospheric crime thriller "Seven" (1995) with another stylish film noir adventure. Michael Douglas portrays Nicholas Van Orton, a wealthy and isolated San Francisco investment banker who mirrors his father's...
7.2
76K votes
7.2
76K votes
The Thin Red Line
1998 · Movie · 163 min. · United States
Direction Terrence Malick
Cast Sean Penn · Jim Caviezel · Nick Nolte · Elias Koteas
Synopsis The Thin Red Line (1998) unfolds in 1942 on the island of Guadalcanal, where American troops set foot with the objective of reclaiming it from Japanese control. Initially, they face no opposition, but as C for Charlie Company delves into...
7.1
66K votes
7.1
66K votes
Sweet and Lowdown
1999 · Movie · 95 min. · United States
Direction Woody Allen
Cast Sean Penn · Samantha Morton · Uma Thurman · Anthony LaPaglia
Synopsis Sweet and Lowdown (1999) centers around Emmet Ray, a virtuoso jazz guitarist of the 1930s whose talent is only surpassed by his fixation on the iconic Django Reinhardt. Offstage, Emmet is a boorish, womanizing alcoholic with a penchant for shooting...
7.1
18K votes
7.1
18K votes
The Cutting Edge: The Magic of Movie Editing
2004 · Documentary · 98 min. · United States
Direction Wendy Apple
Cast Jodie Foster · Anthony Minghella · Sean Penn · Walter Murch
Synopsis The Cutting Edge: The Magic of Movie Editing (2004) delves into the intricate craft of film editing, showcasing a variety of iconic movies that have pushed the boundaries of cinematic storytelling through their unique and inventive editing techniques. The documentary...
7.0
667 votes
7.0
667 votes
State of Grace
1990 · Movie · 134 min. · United States
Direction Phil Joanou
Cast Sean Penn · Robin Wright · Gary Oldman · Ed Harris
Synopsis State of Grace (1990) follows Terry Noonan (Sean Penn) as he comes back to New York's Hell's Kitchen after a decade away, only to discover that his former stomping grounds, filled with dimly lit bars and Irish-American mobsters, is now...
7.0
12K votes
7.0
12K votes
Milk
2008 · Movie · 128 min. · United States
Direction Gus Van Sant
Cast Sean Penn · James Franco · Emile Hirsch · Josh Brolin
Synopsis Milk (2008) follows the inspiring journey of Harvey Milk, the pioneering openly gay elected official in California. The film delves into the final eight years of Milk's life, portrayed by Sean Penn, as he transitions from a New York City...
7.0
32K votes
7.0
32K votes
Casualties of War
1989 · Movie · 113 min. · United States
Direction Brian De Palma
Cast Michael J. Fox · Sean Penn · John Leguizamo · John C. Reilly
Synopsis Casualties of War (1989) follows the harrowing journey of Eriksson (Michael J. Fox), a naive American soldier who finds himself thrust into the brutal reality of the Vietnam War. Assigned to a unit led by the disillusioned Sergeant Tony Meserve...
6.8
16K votes
6.8
16K votes
Licorice Pizza
2021 · Movie · 133 min. · United States
Direction Paul Thomas Anderson
Cast Alana Haim · Cooper Hoffman · Sean Penn · Bradley Cooper
Synopsis Licorice Pizza (2021) follows the journey of Alana Kane and Gary Valentine as they navigate the complexities of adolescence, friendship, and romance in the San Fernando Valley during the year 1973. The film captures the essence of their youthful adventures...
6.8
11K votes
6.8
11K votes
Before Night Falls
2000 · Movie · 133 min. · United States
Direction Julian Schnabel
Cast Javier Bardem · Olivier Martínez · Andrea Di Stefano · Johnny Depp
Synopsis Before Night Falls (2000) presents a fragmented journey through the life of Cuban poet and novelist Reinaldo Arenas (1943-1990), tracing his experiences from his early years in Oriente province to his eventual passing in New York City. The narrative begins...
6.6
10K votes
6.6
10K votes
Bad Boys
1983 · Movie · 123 min. · United States
Direction Rick Rosenthal
Cast Sean Penn · Reni Santoni · Jim Moody · Eric Gurry
Synopsis Bad Boys (1983) follows the story of Mick O'Brien, a rebellious teenager whose troublesome behavior leads to his confinement in a juvenile detention center. Within the facility, Mick quickly rises to prominence among his peers, the Juvenile Delinquents (JD's). However,...
6.6
998 votes
6.6
998 votes
U-Turn
1997 · Movie · 125 min. · United States
Direction Oliver Stone
Cast Sean Penn · Jennifer Lopez · Nick Nolte · Billy Bob Thornton
Synopsis U-Turn (1997) follows the story of Bobby Cooper (Sean Penn), a gambler in a tight spot. His car breaks down in the desolate town of Superior, Arizona, leading him to encounter the alluring Grace McKenna (Jennifer Lopez). Their encounter takes...
6.5
13K votes
6.5
13K votes
Racing With the Moon
1984 · Movie · 110 min. · United States
Direction Richard Benjamin
Cast Sean Penn · Elizabeth McGovern · Nicolas Cage · John Karlen
Synopsis Racing With the Moon (1984) follows the story of Henry and Nicky, two close friends from a modest small town who are about to be drafted into World War II. Henry finds himself drawn to Caddie Winger, a newcomer whom...
6.4
824 votes
6.4
824 votes