Cast: Lana Turner

Direction Vincente Minnelli

Cast Lana Turner · Kirk Douglas · Walter Pidgeon · Dick Powell

Synopsis The Bad and the Beautiful (1952) follows the rise and fall of Jonathan Shields, a self-absorbed film producer played by Kirk Douglas, who stops at nothing to establish himself as the ultimate filmmaker. The narrative unfolds through the eyes of...

Direction Tay Garnett

Cast Lana Turner · John Garfield · Cecil Kellaway · Hume Cronyn

Synopsis The Postman Always Rings Twice (1946) unfolds during the Great Depression, centering around a middle-aged man and his alluring young wife who hire a wandering drifter, Frank Chambers (John Garfield), to work at their isolated diner. Cora, the discontented wife,...

Direction Douglas Sirk

Cast Lana Turner · John Gavin · Susan Kohner · Sandra Dee

Synopsis Imitation of Life (1959) follows the intertwined lives of Lora Meredith, an ambitious actress, and Annie Johnson, a homeless black woman, who cross paths at Coney Island and eventually share a modest apartment. Each woman grapples with the challenges of...

Direction Mervyn LeRoy

Cast Claude Rains · Gloria Dickson · Edward Norris · Otto Kruger

Synopsis They Won't Forget (1937) unfolds in a small southern town, where a shocking event occurs when Mary Clay, a young teenager, is brutally murdered on Confederate Decoration Day. Seeking to capitalize on the tragedy, Andrew Griffin, a local lawyer with...

Direction George Sidney

Cast Gene Kelly · Lana Turner · June Allyson · Frank Morgan

Synopsis The Three Musketeers (1948) presents a vibrant and humorous adaptation of Alexandre Dumas' timeless adventure story, directed by George Sidney and led by the charismatic Gene Kelly. The film follows the journey of D'Artagnan (Kelly), a young man from the...

Direction Victor Fleming

Cast Spencer Tracy · Ingrid Bergman · Lana Turner · Donald Crisp

Synopsis Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde (1941) follows the tale of a scientist who is convinced that within every person, there is a constant struggle between good and evil. His experiments lead to the manifestation of his darker side, a malevolent...

Direction Mervyn LeRoy

Cast Robert Taylor · Lana Turner · Edward Arnold · Van Heflin

Synopsis Johnny Eager (1941) follows the story of a cunning criminal, Johnny Eager, who deceives his parole officer by claiming he has abandoned his criminal activities and is now working as a taxi driver. In reality, he is deeply involved in...

Direction Mark Robson

Cast Lana Turner · Lee Philips · Lloyd Nolan · Arthur Kennedy

Synopsis Peyton Place (1957) unfolds in a quaint New England hamlet where tranquility masks a web of intense emotions, hidden desires, and moral corruption. Allison, a gifted and attractive high school student with literary aspirations, grapples with her overbearing and emotionally...

Direction Gene Kelly

Cast Fred Astaire · Gene Kelly · Judy Garland · Mickey Rooney

Synopsis That's Entertainment, Part II (1976) showcases a delightful compilation of unforgettable scenes curated by Gene Kelly and Fred Astaire. This sequel to the original "That's Entertainment" goes beyond the typical musical numbers, delving into a rich tapestry of comedy and...

Direction Mervyn LeRoy

Cast Clark Gable · Lana Turner · Anne Baxter · John Hodiak

Synopsis Homecoming (1948) follows the journey of Dr. Lee Johnson, a man whose decision to join the Army medical corps during World War II is more about societal expectations than genuine patriotism. On his first day, he encounters 'Snapshot,' a spirited...

Direction David Lowell Rich

Cast Lana Turner · John Forsythe · Ricardo Montalban · Burgess Meredith

Synopsis Madame X (1966) centers around a woman married to a prosperous socialite who faces a tragic turn of events when a man she had been romantically involved with dies accidentally. To shield her husband and their infant child from scandal,...

Direction James Whale

Cast Brian Aherne · Olivia de Havilland · Edward Everett Horton · Melville Cooper

Direction Victor Saville

Cast Lana Turner · Van Heflin · Donna Reed · Richard Hart

Synopsis Green Dolphin Street (1947) unfolds a tale of love, loss, and redemption set against the backdrop of the 19th century. The story begins with Sophie, who is deeply in love with Edmund. However, her parents intervene and compel her to...

Direction George Cukor

Cast Lana Turner · Ray Milland · Tom Ewell · Louis Calhern

Direction Michael Gordon

Cast Lana Turner · Anthony Quinn · Richard Basehart · Sandra Dee

Synopsis Portrait in Black (1960) centers around Lana Turner and Anthony Quinn, who are involved in a passionate affair. The two conspire to eliminate Lana's abusive yet affluent spouse, portrayed by Lloyd Nolan. With Quinn serving as the victim's doctor, the...

Direction Robert Z. Leonard

Cast James Stewart · Judy Garland · Hedy Lamarr · Lana Turner

Synopsis Ziegfeld Girl (1941) follows the journey of three distinct women whose lives are transformed by the glamorous world of Broadway after being discovered by the legendary Flo Ziegfeld. Susan, a talented singer, faces the heart-wrenching decision to leave her aging...

Direction John Farrow

Cast John Wayne · Lana Turner · David Farrar · Lyle Bettger

Synopsis The Sea Chase (1955) follows the journey of German freighter captain Karl Ehrlich as he attempts to navigate his vessel back to Germany during the early stages of World War II. His voyage is fraught with danger as he must...

Direction Jack Conway

Cast Clark Gable · Lana Turner · Frank Morgan · Claire Trevor

Synopsis Honky Tonk (1941) follows the journey of a gambler named Candy Johnson who arrives in the quiet town of Yellow Creek with a newfound determination to lead an upright life. His path takes an unexpected turn when he develops feelings...

Direction Chuck Workman

Cast Peter Coyote · Robert Altman · Roscoe 'Fatty' Arbuckle · Fred Astaire

Synopsis The First 100 Years: A Celebration of American Movies (TV) (1995) is a captivating documentary that marks the centennial of Hollywood, the global leader in film production. This engaging narrative is brought to life by a diverse cast of actors,...

Direction Lewis Allen

Cast Lana Turner · Barry Sullivan · Glynis Johns · Sean Connery

Synopsis Another Time, Another Place (1958) follows Sean Connery, in one of his initial prominent roles, as a BBC news correspondent during World War II. He finds himself in a complex emotional struggle between two women: Lana Turner, portraying a captivating...