Cast: John Getz

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


Blood Simple

1984 · Movie · 96 min. · United States

Direction Joel Coen

Cast John Getz · Frances McDormand · Dan Hedaya · Samm-Art Williams

Synopsis Blood Simple (1984) follows the story of Abby, who is involved in an extramarital affair with Ray, one of the bartenders at her husband Marty's saloon. Marty, a jealous and possessive man, hires a dishonest private investigator named Visser to...

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7.3

22K votes

7.3

22K votes

The Fly

1986 · Movie · 100 min. · United States

Direction David Cronenberg

Cast Jeff Goldblum · Geena Davis · John Getz · Joy Boushel

Synopsis The Fly (1986) follows the story of Seth Brundle, a genius but quirky scientist who tries to win over investigative journalist Veronica Quaife by sharing his groundbreaking work in teleportation. Despite skepticism from the scientific community, Brundle's experiments initially seem...

7.0

28K votes

7.0

28K votes

Nanking

2007 · Documentary · 88 min. · United States

Direction Bill Guttentag · Dan Sturman

Cast Hugo Armstrong · Rosalind Chao · Stephen Dorff · John Getz

Synopsis Nanking (2007) delves into the harrowing tale of the Nanking Massacre, a grim chapter in history. During 1937, the invading Japanese forces carried out the brutal slaughter of more than 200,000 Chinese civilians and subjected tens of thousands to sexual...

7.0

255 votes

7.0

255 votes

Direction David Prior

Cast David Fincher · Aaron Sorkin · Jesse Eisenberg · Andrew Garfield

Synopsis How Did They Ever Make a Movie of Facebook? (2011) delves into the intricate process behind the creation of "The Social Network," a feature-length documentary that oscillates between the narrative elements and extensive rehearsals led by Aaron Sorkin and the...

6.6

142 votes

6.6

142 votes

Certain Women

2016 · Movie · 107 min. · United States

Direction Kelly Reichardt

Cast Michelle Williams · Kristen Stewart · Laura Dern · Rene Auberjonois

Synopsis Certain Women (2016) explores the interconnected narratives of three distinct women navigating the complexities of life in a small American town. Each woman is on a unique journey, facing personal challenges and forging their own paths, albeit imperfectly. The film...

6.0

2K votes

6.0

2K votes

Ned and Stacey (TV Series)

1995 · Series · 30 min. · United States

Direction Michael J. Weithorn · Rob Schiller · Rick Beren · Pamela Fryman

Cast Thomas Haden Church · Debra Messing · Greg Germann · Nadia Dajani

Synopsis Ned and Stacey (TV Series) (1995) is a US television sitcom that was broadcast on the FOX network from 1995 to 1997. The show featured Thomas Haden Church and Debra Messing in the lead roles. The central storyline revolved around...

5.9

59 votes

5.9

59 votes

The Late Shift (TV)

1996 · Movie · 95 min. · United States

Direction Betty Thomas

Cast Kathy Bates · John Michael Higgins · Daniel Roebuck · Bob Balaban

Synopsis The Late Shift (TV) (1996) delves into the intricate world of network politics that unfolded following Johnny Carson's retirement from NBC's "The Tonight Show." The narrative centers around the intense competition between Jay Leno and David Letterman for the coveted...

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5.7

49 votes

5.7

49 votes

Timeless (TV Series)

2016 · Series · 60 min. · United States

Direction Eric Kripke · Shawn Ryan · Greg Beeman · John F. Showalter

Cast Abigail Spencer · Matt Lanter · Malcolm Barrett · Paterson Joseph

Synopsis Timeless (TV Series) (2016) follows an unconventional trio as they embark on a perilous journey through the annals of time. Their mission: to thwart the sinister plans of a mysterious organization intent on altering the course of history. With each...

5.4

748 votes

5.4

748 votes

Big Shots (TV Series)

2007 · Series · 40 min. · United States

Direction Jon Harmon Feldman · Michael Katleman · Elodie Keene · Chris Long

Cast Michael Vartan · Christopher Titus · Joshua Malina · Paige Turco

Synopsis Big Shots (TV Series) (2007) is a captivating television series that aired from 2007 to 2008, spanning one season with 11 episodes. The narrative revolves around four high-powered friends who navigate the complex intersections of their professional and personal lives....

5.4

109 votes

5.4

109 votes

Thief Of Hearts

1984 · Movie · 100 min. · United States

Direction Douglas Day Stewart

Cast Steven Bauer · Barbara Williams · John Getz · David Caruso

Synopsis Thief Of Hearts (1984) follows the story of a woman who finds herself in a monotonous marriage. She embarks on a passionate affair with a charming man who appears to have an uncanny ability to understand her innermost thoughts. Unbeknownst...

5.3

119 votes

5.3

119 votes

jOBS

2013 · Movie · 122 min. · United States

Direction Joshua Michael Stern

Cast Ashton Kutcher · Dermot Mulroney · Josh Gad · Matthew Modine

Synopsis jOBS (2013) chronicles the remarkable journey of Steve Jobs (1955-2011) from a college dropout to one of the most celebrated creative entrepreneurs of the 20th century. Jobs, a visionary innovator and trailblazing entrepreneur, faced numerous obstacles but remained undeterred in...

5.2

13K votes

5.2

13K votes

Direction Stephen Herek

Cast Christina Applegate · Joanna Cassidy · John Getz · Josh Charles

Synopsis Don't Tell Mom the Babysitter's Dead (1991) follows the story of five siblings who are left to fend for themselves when their mother embarks on a lengthy three-month trip. Their elderly babysitter's sudden passing from a heart attack leaves the...

4.7

283 votes

4.7

283 votes

Body at Brighton Rock

2019 · Movie · 87 min. · United States

Direction Roxanne Benjamin

Cast Karina Fontes · Casey Adams · Emily Althaus · John Getz

Synopsis Body at Brighton Rock (2019) is an intense survival thriller that revolves around an inexperienced park ranger tasked with protecting a possible crime scene on a secluded mountain path throughout the night.

4.6

118 votes

4.6

118 votes

Elevator

2011 · Movie · 84 min. · United States

Direction Stig Svendsen

Cast Christopher Backus · Anita Briem · John Getz · Shirley Knight

Synopsis Elevator (2011) plunges into a tense scenario where prejudice and corporate ambition clash when a group of nine individuals find themselves confined in a Wall Street elevator. The situation escalates dramatically when it is revealed that one of them is...

4.6

168 votes

4.6

168 votes

The Fly II

1989 · Movie · 104 min. · United States

Direction Chris Walas

Cast Eric Stoltz · Daphne Zuniga · Lee Richardson · John Getz

Synopsis The Fly II (1989) follows the journey of Martin Brundle, the nearly human offspring of the original "Fly" character. In this sequel, Martin is on a quest to find a remedy for his inherited genetic mutations. Meanwhile, a malevolent corporation...

4.5

3K votes

4.5

3K votes

Curly Sue

1991 · Movie · 98 min. · United States

Direction John Hughes

Cast James Belushi · Kelly Lynch · Alisan Porter · John Getz

Synopsis Curly Sue (1991) follows the heartwarming journey of Bill Dancer, portrayed by James Belushi, a resourceful drifter navigating the challenges of life on the road. Alongside him is his charming young companion, Curly Sue, played by Alisan Porter, who brings...

4.4

3K votes

4.4

3K votes

The Perfect Guy

2015 · Movie · 100 min. · United States

Direction David M. Rosenthal

Cast Michael Ealy · Morris Chestnut · Sanaa Lathan · Kathryn Morris

Synopsis The Perfect Guy (2015) centers around a woman (Lathan) who crosses paths with an IT specialist (Ealy), initially appearing to be an ideal partner. Following an intense romantic pursuit, she uncovers a dark and aggressive side to him, leading her...

4.3

337 votes

4.3

337 votes

Mojave Moon

1996 · Movie · 95 min. · United States

Direction Kevin Dowling

Cast Danny Aiello · Anne Archer · Michael Biehn · Angelina Jolie

Synopsis Mojave Moon (1996) follows the story of Al McCord, portrayed by Danny Aiello, who finds himself in an unexpected encounter at his go-to eatery. There, he crosses paths with a captivating young woman, played by Angelina Jolie, who is in...

4.1

273 votes

4.1

273 votes

Men at Work

1990 · Movie · 98 min. · United States

4.0

1K votes

4.0

1K votes