Cast: Edward Herrmann

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


Direction Woody Allen

Cast Mia Farrow · Jeff Daniels · Danny Aiello · Dianne Wiest

Synopsis The Purple Rose of Cairo (1985) is set during the Great Depression, where Cecilia, a hardworking waitress in New Jersey, finds solace in the cinema to escape her dreary life with her idle husband. Her favorite film, "The Purple Rose...

7.6

28K votes

7.6

28K votes

Reds

1981 · Movie · 200 min. · United States

Direction Warren Beatty

Cast Warren Beatty · Diane Keaton · Jack Nicholson · Edward Herrmann

Synopsis Reds (1981) is a sweeping historical drama directed by Warren Beatty, blending fictional narrative with documentary-style interviews featuring prominent social activists of the era. The film chronicles the passionate and tumultuous love story between journalist Louise Bryant and her partner,...

6.9

4K votes

6.9

4K votes

The Aviator

2004 · Movie · 166 min. · United States

Direction Martin Scorsese

Cast Leonardo DiCaprio · Cate Blanchett · Kate Beckinsale · Alec Baldwin

Synopsis The Aviator (2004) is a biographical drama directed by Martin Scorsese and penned by John Logan, chronicling the life of aviation trailblazer Howard Hughes, portrayed by Leonardo DiCaprio. The narrative delves into the decades spanning the late 1920s to the...

6.4

55K votes

6.4

55K votes

The Great Gatsby

1974 · Movie · 144 min. · United States

Direction Jack Clayton

Cast Robert Redford · Mia Farrow · Bruce Dern · Karen Black

Synopsis The Great Gatsby (1974) follows Nick Carraway, a young man from the Midwest who has settled on Long Island. He becomes captivated by the enigmatic history and extravagant way of life of his affluent neighbor, Jay Gatsby, portrayed by Robert...

6.3

5K votes

6.3

5K votes

The Paper Chase

1973 · Movie · 111 min. · United States

Direction James Bridges

Cast Timothy Bottoms · Lindsay Wagner · John Houseman · Graham Beckel

Synopsis The Paper Chase (1973) follows the journey of Hart, a first-year law student at Harvard who finds himself grappling with the intense pressures of his academic pursuits and personal life. Hart is determined to excel under the tutelage of his...

6.3

261 votes

6.3

261 votes

The Lost Boys

1987 · Movie · 98 min. · United States

Direction Joel Schumacher

Cast Kiefer Sutherland · Jason Patric · Corey Haim · Corey Feldman

Synopsis The Lost Boys (1987) follows the story of Michael (Jason Patric) and Sam Emerson (Corey Haim), who, after their parents' divorce, relocate with their mother to their grandfather's residence in a California town infamously known as “The Murder Capital of...

6.3

19K votes

6.3

19K votes

Nixon

1995 · Movie · 192 min. · United States

Direction Oliver Stone

Cast Anthony Hopkins · Joan Allen · James Woods · Paul Sorvino

Synopsis Nixon (1995) is a biographical drama directed by Oliver Stone, focusing on the life and presidency of Richard Milhous Nixon, portrayed by Sir Anthony Hopkins, and his wife, Pat Nixon, played by Joan Allen. The narrative commences with the Watergate...

6.2

4K votes

6.2

4K votes

The Emperor's Club

2002 · Movie · 107 min. · United States

Direction Michael Hoffman

Cast Kevin Kline · Emile Hirsch · Embeth Davidtz · Rob Morrow

Synopsis The Emperor's Club (2002) follows William Hundert, the dedicated assistant headmaster at St. Benedict's, who embodies the principles he imparts to his students. As an enthusiastic Classics professor, he views the study of ancient Greeks and Romans as more than...

6.2

4K votes

6.2

4K votes

Direction Amy Sherman-Palladino · Jamie Babbit · Chris Long · Lee Shallat Chemel

Cast Lauren Graham · Alexis Bledel · Kelly Bishop · Edward Herrmann

Synopsis Gilmore Girls (TV Series) (2000) is a beloved television series that aired from 2000 to 2007, spanning 7 seasons and 153 episodes. The show revolves around the lives of Lorelai Gilmore and her daughter Rory, who reside in the picturesque...

6.2

29K votes

6.2

29K votes

Factory Girl

2006 · Movie · 90 min. · United States

Direction George Hickenlooper

Cast Sienna Miller · Guy Pearce · Hayden Christensen · Jimmy Fallon

Synopsis Factory Girl (2006) is set in 1965 and follows the life of Edie Sedgwick, a young woman living a dream life filled with wealth, ambition, and stunning beauty. Her world takes a dramatic turn when she encounters Andy Warhol, the...

6.1

2K votes

6.1

2K votes

Direction Woody Allen

Cast Woody Allen · Julie Kavner · Mayim Bialik · Michael J. Fox

Synopsis Don't Drink the Water (TV) (1994) is set during the mid-Cold War era, where an American family, the Hollanders, are vacationing in 1960s Eastern Europe. Their holiday takes a dramatic turn when Walter, the father, inadvertently captures a restricted military...

6.1

2K votes

6.1

2K votes

6.0

890 votes

Direction Mark Rydell

Cast James Franco · Michael Moriarty · Valentina Cervi · Enrico Colantoni

Synopsis James Dean: An Invented Life (TV) (2001) delves into the life of the iconic actor, offering a revealing glimpse into the 1950s Hollywood scene. This captivating biopic explores the meteoric rise of the star, whose tumultuous personal life mirrored the...

6.0

502 votes

6.0

502 votes

Vendetta (TV)

1999 · Movie · 117 min. · United States

Direction Nicholas Meyer

Cast Christopher Walken · Luke Askew · Clancy Brown · Alessandro Colla

Synopsis Vendetta (TV) (1999) is a gripping drama inspired by a true story of power, corruption, and murder. The film features Christopher Walken and delves into the events surrounding the largest lynching in American history. The narrative unfolds with a focus...

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5.9

111 votes

5.9

111 votes

A Civil Action

1998 · Movie · 115 min. · United States

Direction Steven Zaillian

Cast John Travolta · Robert Duvall · Tony Shalhoub · William H. Macy

Synopsis A Civil Action (1998) follows Jan Schlichtmann, a relentless attorney, who is approached by a coalition of families. Upon delving into what appears to be a low-stakes case, he uncovers a significant environmental crisis with far-reaching implications. A tannery is...

5.8

7K votes

5.8

7K votes

Hero (Accidental Hero)

1992 · Movie · 116 min. · United States

Direction Stephen Frears

Cast Dustin Hoffman · Geena Davis · Andy García · Joan Cusack

Synopsis Hero (Accidental Hero) (1992) follows the story of Bernie LaPlante (Dustin Hoffman), a small-time thief who inadvertently rescues individuals from a plane crash without revealing his identity. This act of bravery sparks a countrywide quest to identify the mysterious 'accidental...

5.8

9K votes

5.8

9K votes

Annie

1982 · Movie · 123 min. · United States

Direction John Huston

Cast Aileen Quinn · Albert Finney · Carol Burnett · Bernadette Peters

Synopsis Annie (1982) is set during the challenging times of the 1930s, focusing on a spirited young orphan named Annie who resides in a dreary orphanage under the harsh rule of Miss Hannigan. Annie's life takes a dramatic turn when she...

5.7

3K votes

5.7

3K votes

Mrs. Soffel

1984 · Movie · 111 min. · United States

Direction Gillian Armstrong

Cast Diane Keaton · Mel Gibson · Matthew Modine · Edward Herrmann

Synopsis Mrs. Soffel (1984) centers around the life of Peter Soffel, a rigid and stern warden overseeing a secluded American penitentiary at the dawn of the 20th century. His wife, Kate, develops an unexpected infatuation with an inmate named Ed Biddle....

5.6

293 votes

5.6

293 votes

Brass Target

1978 · Movie · 111 min. · United States

Direction John Hough

Cast Sophia Loren · John Cassavetes · George Kennedy · Robert Vaughn

Synopsis Brass Target (1978) follows the story of a daring heist involving a significant amount of German gold. General Patton's ambitious plan to transport this valuable treasure to Frankfurt is thwarted by an unknown adversary. As the military police delve into...

5.6

225 votes

5.6

225 votes