Cast: Dick Simmons
Top movies, series, and documentaries starring Dick Simmons. Uncover the most acclaimed works, loved by fans and praised by critics.
Titles found: 29
Woman They Almost Lynched
1953 · Movie · 87 min. · United States
Direction Allan Dwan
Cast John Lund · Brian Donlevy · Audrey Totter · Joan Leslie
Synopsis Woman They Almost Lynched (1953) follows the intertwined lives of Kate Quantrill (Audrey Totter), the spouse of the notorious Confederate raider Quantrill (Brian Donlevy), and Sally Maris (Joan Leslie), the innocent sister of Kate's former flame, saloon owner Bitteroot Bill...
7.3
47 votes
7.3
47 votes
I Dream of Jeanie
1952 · Movie · 90 min. · United States
Direction Allan Dwan
Cast Ray Middleton · Bill Shirley · Muriel Lawrence · Eileen Christy
Synopsis I Dream of Jeanie (1952) follows the journey of Stephen Foster, a dedicated bookkeeper in 1849, who has generously shared his musical compositions, including the hit "Oh, Susannah," with various music publishers without receiving proper credit or compensation. Foster's romantic...
6.9
24 votes
6.9
24 votes
Rogue Cop
1954 · Movie · 92 min. · United States
Direction Roy Rowland
Cast Robert Taylor · Janet Leigh · George Raft · Steve Forrest
Synopsis Rogue Cop (1954) follows the gripping tale of Detective Chris Kelvaney, whose life takes a dramatic turn when his brother, Eddie, a fellow officer, witnesses a murder and identifies the fleeing culprit. Chris becomes entangled in a web of corruption...
6.7
177 votes
6.7
177 votes
The Well
1951 · Movie · 86 min. · United States
Direction Leo C. Popkin · Russell Rouse
Cast Richard Rober · Gwendolyn Laster · Maidie Norman · George Hamilton
Synopsis The Well (1951) unfolds in a racially diverse American town where a 5-year-old African American girl, Carolyn Crawford, disappears without a trace while on her way to school. She falls into an abandoned, concealed well, and her absence goes unnoticed....
6.6
52 votes
6.6
52 votes
Dial 1119
1950 · Movie · 75 min. · United States
Direction Gerald Mayer
Cast Marshall Thompson · Virginia Field · Andrea King · Sam Levene
Synopsis Dial 1119 (1950) follows the chilling events that unfold after a former mental patient commits a brutal murder of a bus driver. Seeking refuge, the perpetrator enters a bar and takes the patrons captive, creating a tense and dangerous situation.
6.4
58 votes
6.4
58 votes
Lady in the Lake
1946 · Movie · 105 min. · United States
Direction Robert Montgomery
Cast Robert Montgomery · Audrey Totter · Lloyd Nolan · Tom Tully
Synopsis Lady in the Lake (1946) presents a unique cinematic experience by adopting the perspective of private investigator Phillip Marlowe, as seen through his eyes. The story begins with Marlowe being tasked to locate a missing publisher's wife, who is believed...
6.1
702 votes
6.1
702 votes
Above and Beyond
1952 · Movie · 122 min. · United States
Direction Melvin Frank · Norman Panama
Cast Robert Taylor · Eleanor Parker · James Whitmore · Larry Keating
Synopsis Above and Beyond (1952) chronicles the pivotal moments preceding the deployment of the first atomic bomb during the conclusion of World War II. Colonel Paul Tibbetts is selected by the Air Force to pilot and evaluate new long-range aircraft, and...
6.1
130 votes
6.1
130 votes
Duchess of Idaho
1950 · Movie · 98 min. · United States
Direction Robert Z. Leonard
Cast Esther Williams · Van Johnson · John Lund · Paula Raymond
Synopsis Duchess of Idaho (1950) follows the story of Ellen Hallit, a woman who is deeply in love with her charming and carefree boss, Douglas Morrison. However, her shyness prevents her from confessing her feelings. To assist her, Ellen's roommate Chris...
5.6
22 votes
5.6
22 votes
Battle Circus
1953 · Movie · 90 min. · United States
Direction Richard Brooks
Cast Humphrey Bogart · June Allyson · Keenan Wynn · Robert Keith
Synopsis Battle Circus (1953) unfolds in the midst of the Korean War, presenting a poignant tale of romance between a seasoned Army surgeon, jaded by the horrors of war, and a fresh-faced nurse eager to make a difference. The film captures...
5.5
167 votes
5.5
167 votes
On an Island with You
1948 · Movie · 107 min. · United States
Direction Richard Thorpe
Cast Esther Williams · Peter Lawford · Ricardo Montalban · Jimmy Durante
Synopsis On an Island with You (1948) follows the story of a young naval officer who is recruited as a technical consultant for a musical film starring the renowned actress Rosalind Reynolds. The lieutenant, who had previously performed a duet with...
5.1
44 votes
5.1
44 votes
Men of the Fighting Lady
1954 · Movie · 79 min. · United States
Direction Andrew Marton
Cast Van Johnson · Walter Pidgeon · Louis Calhern · Dewey Martin
5.1
28 votes
5.1
28 votes
Thousands Cheer
1943 · Movie · 125 min. · United States
Direction George Sidney
Cast Kathryn Grayson · Gene Kelly · Mary Astor · John Boles
Synopsis Thousands Cheer (1943) follows the story of Eddie Marsh, a skilled acrobat who has enlisted in the army. His journey begins with a budding romance with Kathryn Jones, the charming daughter of his commanding officer. Their relationship faces several obstacles,...
5.0
31 votes
5.0
31 votes
Love Laughs at Andy Hardy
1946 · Movie · 93 min. · United States
Direction Willis Goldbeck
Cast Mickey Rooney · Lewis Stone · Sara Haden · Bonita Granville
Synopsis Love Laughs at Andy Hardy (1946) follows the journey of Andy Hardy, a young man eager to return to his hometown and pursue his sweetheart, Kay Wilson. After meeting Kay in college and serving in the military, Andy is now...
5.0
32 votes
5.0
32 votes
Your Favorite Story (TV Series)
1953 · Series · 30 min. · United States
Direction Eddie Davis · Lewis Allen · Leon Benson · Sobey Martin
Cast Adolphe Menjou · Billy Halop · Steve Darrell · John Alvin
Synopsis Your Favorite Story (TV Series) (1953) is a comedic anthology series that captivated audiences from 1953 to 1955. It made its debut in December 1954 under the title "Your Favorite Playhouse." This television series was inspired by the radio show...
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No Questions Asked
1951 · Movie · 80 min. · United States
Direction Harold F. Kress
Cast Barry Sullivan · Arlene Dahl · George Murphy · Jean Hagen
Synopsis No Questions Asked (1951) follows the story of Steve Keiver, a young and ambitious lawyer employed by an insurance firm. During a casual conversation, Steve overhears his supervisor mention a substantial reward for the retrieval of stolen goods, with no...
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Three Daring Daughters
1948 · Movie · 115 min. · United States
Direction Fred M. Wilcox
Cast Jeanette MacDonald · José Iturbi · Jane Powell · Edward Arnold
Synopsis Three Daring Daughters (1948) follows the story of Tess, who is celebrating her graduation from "Miss Drake's School for Girls." During the ceremony, Tess realizes that her glamorous, recently divorced mother, Louise Rayton Morgan, is absent. Louise, an editor at...
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Sergeant Preston of the Yukon (TV Series)
1955 · Series · 30 min. · United States
Direction George W. Trendle · Fran Striker · Eddie Dew · Alan Crosland Jr.
Cast Dick Simmons · Paul McGuire · Francis De Sales · Terry Frost
Synopsis Sergeant Preston of the Yukon (TV Series) (1955) follows the adventures of a dedicated Canadian Mountie, Sergeant Preston, as he navigates the untamed landscapes of the Yukon. Accompanied by his loyal horse, Rex, and his trusty dog, Yukon King, Sergeant...
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Seven Sweethearts
1942 · Movie · 98 min. · United States
Direction Frank Borzage
Cast Kathryn Grayson · Marsha Hunt · Cecilia Parker · Peggy Moran
Synopsis Seven Sweethearts (1942) follows the story of a journalist, Henry Taggart, who travels to Little Delft, Michigan, to report on the tulip festival. He stays at an inn managed by the peculiar Mr. Van Maaster and his seven daughters. The...
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Desperate Search
1952 · Movie · 73 min. · United States
Direction Joseph H. Lewis
Cast Howard Keel · Jane Greer · Patricia Medina · Keenan Wynn
Synopsis Desperate Search (1952) follows the harrowing journey of a community as they rally together to locate two young children who have gone missing in the vast and unforgiving wilderness. The narrative revolves around the intense efforts of the children's family...
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Three Sailors and a Girl
1953 · Movie · 95 min. · United States
Direction Roy Del Ruth
Cast Jane Powell · Gordon MacRae · Gene Nelson · Sam Levene
Synopsis Three Sailors and a Girl (1953) follows the journey of three naval servicemen who cross paths with a dubious showman. Persuaded to put their money into his latest venture, they are immediately captivated by the female lead of the production....
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