Cast: Arch Johnson

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...

Direction Henry Hathaway

Cast Marilyn Monroe · Joseph Cotten · Jean Peters · Denis O'Dea

Synopsis Niagara (1953) follows the story of George and Rose Loomis, a newlywed couple enjoying their honeymoon at a motel near the majestic Niagara Falls. However, their idyllic trip takes a dark turn when Rose, dissatisfied with her marriage, conspires with...

Direction James Sheldon

Cast Philip Abbott · Lili Darvas · Patricia Smith · Bill Mumy

Synopsis The Twilight Zone: Long Distance Call (TV) (1961) follows the chilling tale of a young boy who receives a mysterious toy telephone. This seemingly innocent gift becomes an eerie conduit, allowing the boy to communicate with his deceased grandmother. As...

Direction Gene Kelly

Cast James Stewart · Henry Fonda · Shirley Jones · Sue Ane Langdon

Synopsis The Cheyenne Social Club (1970) follows John, a cowboy earning meager wages alongside his companion Harley, as he receives news that his brother, DJ, has bequeathed him an unexpected inheritance. The duo embarks on a long journey, covering nearly a...

Direction William Wyler

Cast Lee J. Cobb · Anthony Zerbe · Roscoe Lee Browne · Lola Falana

Direction Thomas Carr · Ted Post · Christian Nyby · Harmon Jones

Cast Clint Eastwood · Eric Fleming · Paul Brinegar · Steve Raines

Synopsis Rawhide (TV Series) (1959) follows the journey of Gil Favor, the trail boss of a relentless cattle drive, and his trusted right-hand man, Rowdy Yates. Throughout the eight seasons and 217 episodes, the crew encounters a diverse array of characters...

Direction Buzz Kulik

Cast Dean Jagger · Carmen Mathews · Robert Emhardt · Arch Johnson

Synopsis The Twilight Zone: Static (TV) (1961) follows the story of a solitary man named Ed Lindsay, who finds solace in an old radio that transports him back to a more joyful era. Before the advent of what he deems as...

Direction Edward Dein · Alvin Ganzer · Paul Landres · André De Toth

Cast Connie Stevens · Robert Conrad · Poncie Ponce · Anthony Eisley

Synopsis Hawaiian Eye (TV Series) (1959) aired from 1959 to 1963, comprising 134 episodes. The show was set against the stunning backdrop of Honolulu, Hawaii, and revolved around the investigations of Hawaiian Eye Private Investigations. The series focused on the adventures...

Direction Boris Sagal

Cast Richard Chamberlain · James Gregory · Edgar Stehli · Jeanette Nolan

Direction Phil Karlson

Cast Joe Don Baker · Elizabeth Hartman · Gene Evans · Noah Beery Jr.

Synopsis Walking Tall (1973) follows the true story of Buford Pusser, a Tennessee sheriff who took it upon himself to eradicate crime and corruption from his small town. Pusser's relentless efforts to restore order come at a significant personal cost, affecting...

Direction Nicholas Colasanto · Harry Harris · John Llewellyn Moxey · Alexander Singer

Cast Richard Roundtree · Eddie Barth · Judie Stein · Barbara Babcock

Direction Christian Nyby

Cast Larry Blyden · Arch Johnson · Robert Cornthwaite · Robert Stevenson

Synopsis The Twilight Zone: Showdown with Rance McGrew (TV) (1962) follows the unexpected journey of a renowned Western TV series lead actor who inexplicably travels back in time to the authentic Wild West. In this surreal twist, he encounters the legendary...

Direction Bernard McEveety

Cast Michael Douglas · Will Geer · Arch Johnson · Johnny Whitaker

Synopsis Napoleon and Samantha (1972) follows the journey of a resilient 11-year-old boy named Napoleon who resides with his grandfather. Napoleon's life takes an exciting turn when his close friend, a clown from a local circus, departs for Europe. Taking on...

Direction James Signorelli

Cast Rodney Dangerfield · Joe Pesci · Geraldine Fitzgerald · Candice Azzara

Synopsis Easy Money (1983) follows the journey of a young man whose carefree and indulgent lifestyle takes an abrupt turn. Previously, he was known for his hedonistic ways, but now he faces a significant challenge. He stands to inherit a substantial...

Direction Jack Smight

Cast Richard Crenna · Lee J. Cobb · Samantha Eggar · Robert Webber

Synopsis Double Indemnity (TV) (1973) presents a gripping tale inspired by the classic film. A cunning wife entices an insurance agent to assist in her plot to eliminate her husband, staging the crime as an unfortunate accident. Unbeknownst to the agent,...

Direction Ed Adamson · Ralph Senensky · Daniel Petrie · Marvin J. Chomsky

Cast Robert Forster · Joan Blondell · Richard Jaeckel · Julie Gregg

Synopsis Banyon (TV Series) (1971) is a captivating television series that aired from 1971 to 1973, spanning 15 episodes. The show delves into the thrilling escapades of Miles Banyon, a private investigator navigating the gritty underbelly of 1930s Los Angeles. Each...

Direction Sam Wanamaker

Cast Stuart Whitman · Percy Herbert · Randy Boone · Jill Townsend

Synopsis Broken Wing (TV) (1967) follows the tense events that unfold after a clergyman is shot, leading to the arrest of a wealthy rancher's son by the local law enforcement. As the injured man recovers and declines to pursue charges, a...

Direction Boris Sagal · Walter Doniger · Fred Jackman Jr. · Ted Post

Cast Dan O'Herlihy · Kurt Russell · Mark Allen · Meg Wyllie

Synopsis The Travels of Jaimie McPheeters (TV Series) (1963) follows the adventures of a young 12-year-old boy named Jamie McPheeters as he embarks on a journey westward from Paducah, Kentucky, to the promising gold fields of California in the year 1849....

Direction Alan Crosland Jr. · Bernard Girard · John Newland · Ted Post

Cast Fred Astaire · Keir Dullea · Paul Comi · Joan Staley

Synopsis Alcoa Premiere (TV Series) (1961) aired from 1961 to 1963, spanning two seasons and 56 episodes. The show was elegantly hosted by the renowned dancer and actor Fred Astaire. Each weekly episode introduced a fresh dramatic narrative. Unlike some of...

Direction Alexander Singer · Richard Benedict · Gene Levitt · Michael Ritchie

Cast Darren McGavin · Bill Quinn · James Edwards · Paul Hahn

Synopsis The Outsider (TV Series) (1968) follows the journey of David Ross, a solitary and orphaned former convict navigating a world that shuns him. To address his financial struggles and assist others, he operates as a private investigator in the bustling...