Cast: Paul Newman

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


The Sting

1973 · Movie · 129 min. · United States

Direction George Roy Hill

Cast Robert Redford · Paul Newman · Robert Shaw · Charles Durning

Synopsis The Sting (1973) follows the story of Johnny Hooker (Robert Redford), a small-time trickster, and his partner, Luther (Robert Earl Jones), who accidentally deceive a numbers runner courier, drawing the ire of ruthless mobster Doyle Lonigan (Robert Shaw). Upon realizing...

8.6

98K votes

8.6

98K votes

The Hustler

1961 · Movie · 135 min. · United States

Direction Robert Rossen

Cast Paul Newman · Jackie Gleason · George C. Scott · Piper Laurie

Synopsis The Hustler (1961) follows the journey of "Fast" Eddie Felson (Paul Newman), a confident and ambitious pool player who seeks to challenge the renowned Minnesota Fats (Jackie Gleason) in the local pool halls. With the guidance of the corrupt manager...

8.2

29K votes

8.2

29K votes

Cat on a Hot Tin Roof

1958 · Movie · 108 min. · United States

Direction Richard Brooks

Cast Elizabeth Taylor · Paul Newman · Burl Ives · Jack Carson

Synopsis Cat on a Hot Tin Roof (1958) is a cinematic adaptation of Tennessee Williams' renowned play, set against the backdrop of a family gathering for the 65th birthday celebration of the patriarch, 'Big Daddy'. The atmosphere is tense as not...

8.0

21K votes

8.0

21K votes

Cool Hand Luke

1967 · Movie · 126 min. · United States

Direction Stuart Rosenberg

Cast Paul Newman · George Kennedy · Dennis Hopper · Harry Dean Stanton

Synopsis Cool Hand Luke (1967) follows the story of Lucas Jackson, a charismatic and rebellious individual who possesses an abundance of courage but sometimes lacks foresight. He is a nonconformist who challenges the established norms. After being incarcerated in a penal...

7.9

19K votes

7.9

19K votes

Direction George Roy Hill

Cast Robert Redford · Paul Newman · Katharine Ross · Strother Martin

Synopsis Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid (1969) follows the adventures of Butch Cassidy (Paul Newman), the cunning and resourceful leader of The Hole in the Wall Gang, and his loyal partner, the Sundance Kid (Robert Redford), renowned for his exceptional...

7.9

37K votes

7.9

37K votes

Direction Robert Wise

Cast Paul Newman · Pier Angeli · Everett Sloane · Eileen Heckart

Synopsis Somebody Up There Likes Me (1956) is a gripping biographical drama directed by Robert Wise, who previously helmed the iconic boxing noir "The Set-Up" in 1948. The film chronicles the life of Rocky Graziano, a former juvenile delinquent from the...

7.7

4K votes

7.7

4K votes

Road to Perdition

2002 · Movie · 119 min. · United States

Direction Sam Mendes

Cast Tom Hanks · Paul Newman · Jude Law · Tyler Hoechlin

Synopsis Road to Perdition (2002) is a gripping Depression-era crime drama featuring Tom Hanks as Michael Sullivan, a reserved and dutiful hitman working for the notorious Mafia boss John Rooney, portrayed by Paul Newman. The deep bond between Sullivan and Rooney...

7.6

82K votes

7.6

82K votes

The Verdict

1982 · Movie · 124 min. · United States

Direction Sidney Lumet

Cast Paul Newman · Charlotte Rampling · Jack Warden · James Mason

Synopsis The Verdict (1982) is a gripping courtroom drama directed by Sidney Lumet, featuring Paul Newman as Frank Galvin, a once-promising lawyer whose career has been derailed by alcoholism. Galvin's life takes a turn when his colleague, Mickey Morrissey (Jack Warden),...

7.4

13K votes

7.4

13K votes

Direction Frank Martin

Cast Robert Mitchum · Lauren Bacall · Paul Newman · Evelyn Keyes

Synopsis John Huston: The Man, the Movies, the Maverick (1989) is a compelling documentary that chronicles the vibrant and multifaceted career of John Huston, a renowned figure in the film industry. The film delves into Huston's early life, his time as...

7.3

28 votes

7.3

28 votes

The Long, Hot Summer

1958 · Movie · 115 min. · United States

Direction Martin Ritt

Cast Paul Newman · Joanne Woodward · Orson Welles · Lee Remick

Synopsis The Long, Hot Summer (1958) follows the story of Ben Quick, who finds himself in the small town of Frenchman's Bend, Mississippi, after being forced to leave his previous residence due to accusations of arson. The wealthy and influential Will...

7.2

4K votes

7.2

4K votes

Hud

1963 · Movie · 107 min. · United States

Direction Martin Ritt

Cast Paul Newman · Melvyn Douglas · Patricia Neal · Brandon De Wilde

Synopsis Hud (1963) follows the story of Hud Bannon, a reckless and unscrupulous young man who leaves a trail of destruction in his wake. Hud epitomizes the disaffected youth of his time, seeking thrills without considering the repercussions. A deep-seated conflict...

7.2

2K votes

7.2

2K votes

7.2

5K votes

Sweet Bird of Youth

1962 · Movie · 120 min. · United States

Direction Richard Brooks

Cast Paul Newman · Geraldine Page · Ed Begley · Shirley Knight

Synopsis Sweet Bird of Youth (1962) follows the story of Chance Wayne, portrayed by Paul Newman, a charming and ambitious man who has left his small-town roots behind to pursue stardom in Hollywood. Alongside him is Alexandra Del Lago, a faded...

7.2

4K votes

7.2

4K votes

Torn Curtain

1966 · Movie · 128 min. · United States

Direction Alfred Hitchcock

Cast Paul Newman · Julie Andrews · Lila Kedrova · Hansjörg Felmy

Synopsis Torn Curtain (1966) follows the story of Michael Armstrong, a brilliant American rocket scientist portrayed by Paul Newman, and his fiancée Sarah Sherman, played by Julie Andrews. The duo is in Copenhagen for a scientific conference. Michael's peculiar behavior raises...

7.1

13K votes

7.1

13K votes

Best of Enemies

2015 · Documentary · 87 min. · United States

Direction Robert Gordon · Morgan Neville

Cast William F. Buckley · Gore Vidal · Paul Newman · Arthur Miller

Synopsis Best of Enemies (2015) explores the iconic televised debates of 1968 between two prominent intellectuals, liberal Gore Vidal and conservative William F. Buckley Jr. These heated exchanges, initially meant to address the pressing issues of the time, evolved into a...

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7.0

411 votes

7.0

411 votes

Hombre

1967 · Movie · 111 min. · United States

Direction Martin Ritt

Cast Paul Newman · Fredric March · Richard Boone · Diane Cilento

Synopsis Hombre (1967) follows a Native American lawman who embarks on a perilous journey by stagecoach, where he faces a multitude of challenges. The narrative is rich with unspoken communication, where a single glance conveys more than numerous witty remarks. The...

7.0

2K votes

7.0

2K votes

The Color of Money

1986 · Movie · 117 min. · United States

Direction Martin Scorsese

Cast Paul Newman · Tom Cruise · Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio · John Turturro

Synopsis The Color of Money (1986) follows the journey of seasoned pool hustler Fast Eddie Felson, who encounters a gifted young player named Vincent in a local bar. Seeing a reflection of his younger self in Vincent, Eddie decides to mentor...

7.0

34K votes

7.0

34K votes

Direction Vincent Sherman

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

Synopsis The Young Philadelphians (1959) follows the journey of ambitious attorney Anthony Lawrence as he navigates the complexities of Philadelphia's elite society. The narrative delves into the moral and emotional challenges he encounters while ascending the social hierarchy. Lawrence's abilities are...

6.9

714 votes

6.9

714 votes

The Towering Inferno

1974 · Movie · 165 min. · United States

Direction John Guillermin · Irwin Allen

Cast Steve McQueen · Paul Newman · William Holden · Faye Dunaway

Synopsis The Towering Inferno (1974) follows Doug Roberts, an architect, who returns from an extended vacation to discover that construction on his skyscraper is nearly finished. Attending a party held that evening, he becomes worried when he realizes that his wiring...

6.8

16K votes

6.8

16K votes

Exodus

1960 · Movie · 200 min. · United States

Direction Otto Preminger

Cast Paul Newman · Eva Marie Saint · Ralph Richardson · Peter Lawford

Synopsis Exodus (1960) unfolds the epic narrative of Israel's establishment in the aftermath of World War II. As the United Nations deliberates on the creation of a Jewish homeland in Palestine, the Jewish population faces uncertainty and displacement, with many confined...

6.7

4K votes

6.7

4K votes