Cast: Avery Brooks

Direction Tony Kaye

Cast Edward Norton · Edward Furlong · Fairuza Balk · Stacy Keach

Synopsis American History X (1998) follows the journey of Derek Vinyard (Edward Norton), a former skinhead from Southern California who finds himself behind bars after a racially motivated killing. During his incarceration, Derek undergoes a profound transformation, shedding his extremist beliefs...

Direction David Livingston · Les Landau · Winrich Kolbe · Allan Kroeker

Cast Avery Brooks · Rene Auberjonois · Cirroc Lofton · Alexander Siddig

Synopsis Star Trek: Deep Space Nine (TV Series) (1993) unfolds in the vicinity of the recently freed world of Bajor, where a Federation outpost, known as Deep Space Nine, is strategically positioned to oversee a newly discovered, stable wormhole. This cosmic...

Direction Kevin Hooks

Cast Louis Gossett Jr. · LeVar Burton · Avery Brooks · Kate Mulgrew

Synopsis Roots: The Gift (TV) (1988) follows the return of beloved characters Kunta Kinte and Fiddler from the original series. In this standalone film, the duo joins their master on a journey to another plantation during the festive Christmas season. Along...

Direction William Shatner

Cast William Shatner · Patrick Stewart · Avery Brooks · Chris Pine

Synopsis The Captains (2011) chronicles the journey of the iconic William Shatner, the original Captain Kirk, as he navigates through the expansive Star Trek universe. The documentary delves into Shatner's experiences and the enduring legacy of his character, offering an intimate...

Direction Winrich Kolbe · Virgil W. Vogel

Cast Robert Urich · Avery Brooks · Ron McLarty · Richard Jaeckel

Synopsis Spenser: For Hire (TV Series) (1985) is a gripping mystery/suspense show inspired by Robert Parker's "Spenser" novels. The series follows the adventures of Spenser, a seasoned private investigator residing in Boston. Each episode presents a fresh murder mystery that Spenser...

Direction John Herzfeld

Cast Robert De Niro · Edward Burns · Kelsey Grammer · Avery Brooks

Synopsis 15 Minutes (2001) follows the intense journey of a seasoned police detective, portrayed by Robert De Niro, as he delves into the investigation of a gruesome murder. The perpetrator, a deranged individual, committed the crime with the sole intention of...

Direction Kirk Wong

Cast Mark Wahlberg · Lou Diamond Phillips · Christina Applegate · Bokeem Woodbine

Synopsis The Big Hit (1998) follows Melvin Smiley, a proficient young assassin leading a dual life. By day, he is a devoted fiancé to Pam, and by night, he carries out contracts for the notorious Paris. Complicating his life further, Melvin...

Direction Ira Steven Behr · David Zappone

Cast Terry Farrell · Nicole de Boer · Wallace Shawn · Rene Auberjonois

Synopsis What We Left Behind: Looking Back at Deep Space Nine (2018) marks the 25th anniversary of the Star Trek series that was often dubbed the 'black sheep' of the franchise. Known for its 'dark' and 'edgy' tone, Deep Space Nine...

Direction Stan Lathan

Cast Avery Brooks · Kate Burton · Bruce Dern · Paula Kelly

Synopsis Uncle Tom's Cabin (TV) (1987) delves into the poignant narrative of an elderly African American slave named Tom and the diverse individuals whose lives intersect with his. The story unfolds against the backdrop of the antebellum South, exploring themes of...

Direction Vic Sarin

Cast Robert Urich · Avery Brooks · Sonja Smits · J. Winston Carroll

Synopsis Spenser: Pale Kings And Princes (TV) (1994) follows the story of Susan, who is drawn into a complex web of intrigue when a former patient, a news reporter, is found dead in Wheaton, Massachusetts, a town notorious for its cocaine...

Direction Cliff Bole

Cast Avery Brooks · Rene Auberjonois · Alexander Siddig · Terry Farrell

Synopsis Equilibrium (2010) follows the journey of two siblings who come into possession of an antique automobile with a remarkable history. The vehicle is rumored to have once belonged to the esteemed Bishop Karol Wojtyla, widely recognized as Pope John Paul...

Direction Joan Micklin Silver

Cast Mary Tyler Moore · Robert Preston · Sam Waterston · Sylvia Sidney

Synopsis Finnegan Begin Again (TV) (1985) follows the story of a dedicated schoolteacher in her early 40s who finds herself entangled in a loveless relationship with a married mortician. As she grapples with the emotional turmoil of this unsatisfying affair, she...

Direction Virgil W. Vogel · Harry Falk · Winrich Kolbe

Cast Avery Brooks · Moses Gunn · Angela Bassett · William Fichtner

Synopsis A Man Called Hawk (TV Series) (1989) introduces the iconic character from "Spenser for Hire" in a standalone adventure. Set in the bustling city of Washington, D.C., the series follows Hawk as he takes on the role of a protector,...

Direction Tim Haines · Jasper James

Cast Kenneth Branagh · Avery Brooks

Synopsis Allosaurus: A Walking with Dinosaurs Special (TV Miniseries) (2000) delves into the life of a remarkable Allosaurus jimmadseni specimen known as "Big Al." This two-part miniseries meticulously reconstructs the life of this dinosaur, from its early days to its untimely...

Direction Joseph L. Scanlan

Cast Robert Urich · Avery Brooks · Natalie Radford · Geordie Johnson

Synopsis Spenser: The Judas Goat (TV) (1994) follows the story of Spenser, a private investigator who is enlisted by Hugh Dixon to uncover the culprits behind the murder of his wife and daughters. Alongside his partner Hawk, Spenser delves into a...

Direction Frank Martin

Cast Halle Berry · Colin Powell · Avery Brooks · John Amos

Synopsis For Love of Liberty (2010) is an extensive, two-part documentary that spans four hours, dedicated to celebrating the contributions and sacrifices of African-American servicemen and women. This comprehensive series delves into the rich history and significant roles played by these...

Direction Gordon Parks

Cast Avery Brooks · Rhetta Greene

Synopsis Solomon Northup's Odyssey (TV) (1984) is a gripping tale inspired by real events. The story revolves around Solomon Northup, an African American man living in the mid-19th century before the abolition of slavery. As a free-born individual, Solomon works as...

Direction Joseph L. Scanlan

Cast Robert Urich · Avery Brooks · Cynthia Dale · Ross Petty

Synopsis Spenser: A Savage Place (TV) (1995) follows the story of Candy Sloane, a tenacious news reporter who enlists the help of her former flame, Spenser, to assist her in uncovering a complex credit card fraud scheme. The investigation leads them...

Direction Paul Lynch · Andrew Wild

Cast Robert Urich · Avery Brooks · J. Winston Carroll · Dave Nichols

Synopsis Spenser: Ceremony (TV) (1993) follows the story of a private investigator, Spenser, who is tasked with finding April Kyle, the missing daughter of Harry Kyle, a wealthy individual and gubernatorial candidate. Joined by his trusted partner, Hawk, Spenser embarks on...

Direction Kirk Browning · Jack O'Brien · Bill Duke · Alan Bridges

Cast Robert Minkoff · Deanna Dunagan · Sada Thompson · Elizabeth Franz