Cast: Nathan Lane

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


Direction Scott Alexander · Larry Karaszewski · Ryan Murphy · Anthony Hemingway

Cast Cuba Gooding Jr. · John Travolta · Sarah Paulson · Courtney B. Vance

Synopsis American Crime Story: The People v. O.J. Simpson (TV Miniseries) (2016) delves into a pivotal moment in American history, exploring the nation's collective memory of O.J. Simpson's infamous low-speed chase in a white Bronco through Los Angeles. This gripping miniseries...

7.6

10K votes

7.6

10K votes

Modern Family (TV Series)

2009 · Series · 22 min. · United States

Direction Steven Levitan · Christopher Lloyd · Jason Winer · Michael Spiller

Cast Ed O'Neill · Sofia Vergara · Julie Bowen · Ty Burrell

Synopsis Modern Family (TV Series) (2009) spans 11 seasons and 250 episodes, offering a comedic and satirical exploration of three distinct families and the challenges they encounter. The show revolves around the Pritchett-Dunphy-Tucker clan, a delightfully large and blended family. Through...

7.5

55K votes

7.5

55K votes

The Good Wife (TV Series)

2009 · Series · 45 min. · United States

Direction Michelle King · Robert King · Rosemary Rodriguez · Michael Zinberg

Cast Julianna Margulies · Christine Baranski · Matt Czuchry · Archie Panjabi

Synopsis The Good Wife (TV Series) (2009) is a gripping drama that aired from 2009 to 2016, spanning 7 seasons and 156 episodes. The series follows Alicia Florrick, portrayed by Emmy Award winner Julianna Margulies, as she navigates the challenges of...

7.5

8K votes

7.5

8K votes

Trumbo

2007 · Documentary · 96 min. · United States

Direction Peter Askin

Cast Michael Douglas · Joan Allen · Donald Sutherland · Liam Neeson

Synopsis Trumbo (2007) chronicles the extraordinary voyage of screenwriter Dalton Trumbo, from his status as a Hollywood elite to his time as a blacklisted writer, culminating in his triumph as an Academy Award winner. The documentary delves into Trumbo's own powerful...

7.2

585 votes

7.2

585 votes

Direction John Robert Hoffman · Steve Martin · Jamie Babbit · Cherien Dabis

Cast Steve Martin · Martin Short · Selena Gomez · Aaron Dominguez

Synopsis Only Murders in the Building (TV Series) (2021) follows the intertwined lives of three individuals who are united by their mutual fascination with true crime podcasts. When a mysterious death occurs in their upscale New York City apartment building, the...

6.8

3K votes

6.8

3K votes

Elaine Stritch: Shoot Me

2013 · Documentary · 80 min. · United States

Direction Chiemi Karasawa

Cast Elaine Stritch · Alec Baldwin · Tina Fey · James Gandolfini

Synopsis Elaine Stritch: Shoot Me (2013) delves into the life and career of Broadway icon Elaine Stritch, exploring what it means to be a dedicated performer. At 87, Stritch continues to captivate audiences with her one-woman cabaret performances, her memorable role...

6.6

27 votes

6.6

27 votes

Direction Ryan Murphy · Carl Franklin · Paris Barclay · Michael Uppendahl

Cast Nicholas Alexander Chavez · Cooper Koch · Javier Bardem · Chloë Sevigny

Synopsis Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story (2024) is a gripping TV miniseries set to air in 2024, comprising 9 compelling episodes. The narrative delves into the chilling events of August 1989, when brothers Lyle and Erik Menendez fatally shot...

6.5

6K votes

6.5

6K votes

The Birdcage

1996 · Movie · 118 min. · United States

Direction Mike Nichols

Cast Robin Williams · Gene Hackman · Nathan Lane · Dianne Wiest

Synopsis The Birdcage (1996) follows Armand Goldman, the proprietor of a thriving drag nightclub in South Miami Beach, where his longtime partner Albert performs as the glamorous Starina. Their lives take an unexpected turn when Val, Armand's biological son from a...

6.4

14K votes

6.4

14K votes

Nicholas Nickleby

2002 · Movie · 132 min. · United States

Direction Douglas McGrath

Cast Charlie Hunnam · Jamie Bell · Nathan Lane · Christopher Plummer

Synopsis Nicholas Nickleby (2002) follows the journey of a young man named Nicholas and his family, who initially enjoy a comfortable life. However, their world is turned upside down when Nicholas' father passes away, leaving them destitute. In search of assistance,...

6.3

1K votes

6.3

1K votes

Frankie & Johnny

1991 · Movie · 117 min. · United States

Direction Garry Marshall

Cast Al Pacino · Michelle Pfeiffer · Hector Elizondo · Kate Nelligan

Synopsis Frankie & Johnny (1991) presents a heartfelt tale inspired by Terrence McNally's stage production. The narrative centers around Johnny (Al Pacino), a reformed convict now working as a short-order cook, who becomes infatuated with Frankie (Michelle Pfeiffer), a waitress with...

6.3

10K votes

6.3

10K votes

Direction Ivy Meeropol

Cast Roy M. Cohn · Cindy Adams Harrison · Tony Kushner · Nathan Lane

Synopsis Bully. Coward. Victim. The Story of Roy Cohn (2019) delves deeply into the controversial life and eventual demise of the notorious lawyer Roy Cohn. The film focuses on Cohn's rise to fame through his role in the prosecution of Julius...

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6.3

34 votes

6.3

34 votes

Ironweed

1987 · Movie · 144 min. · United States

Direction Héctor Babenco

Cast Jack Nicholson · Meryl Streep · Carroll Baker · Michael O'Keefe

Synopsis Ironweed (1987) unfolds in Albany, New York, on Halloween night in 1938, where Francis Phelan and Helen Archer, both down on their luck, return to their hometown. Helen, once a radio singer, and Francis, a former major league pitcher, are...

6.1

982 votes

6.1

982 votes

Beau Is Afraid

2023 · Movie · 179 min. · United States

Direction Ari Aster

Cast Joaquin Phoenix · Nathan Lane · Amy Ryan · Kylie Rogers

Synopsis Beau Is Afraid (2023) follows the journey of a man named Beau who embarks on a monumental quest to return to his home and confront his overbearing mother. Along the way, he must grapple with his deep-seated fears and paranoia,...

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6.0

6K votes

6.0

6K votes

Jeffrey

1995 · Movie · 94 min. · United States

Direction Christopher Ashley

Cast Steven Weber · Michael T. Weiss · Patrick Stewart · Sigourney Weaver

Synopsis Jeffrey (1995) follows the journey of a man named Jeffrey who, after a condom mishap during a sexual encounter, decides to abstain from sex entirely to safeguard himself from AIDS. However, his resolve is immediately tested when he encounters the...

5.9

312 votes

5.9

312 votes

Love's Labour's Lost

2000 · Movie · 93 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Kenneth Branagh

Cast Kenneth Branagh · Nathan Lane · Adrian Lester · Matthew Lillard

Synopsis Love's Labour's Lost (2000) is a vibrant musical adaptation of Shakespeare's comedy, directed by Kenneth Branagh, and set against the backdrop of the days leading up to World War II. In the imagined kingdom of Navarre, King Ferdinand (Alessandro Nivola)...

5.9

1K votes

5.9

1K votes

The Vanishing of Sidney Hall

2017 · Movie · 117 min. · United States

Direction Shawn Christensen

Cast Logan Lerman · Elle Fanning · Blake Jenner · Michelle Monaghan

Synopsis The Vanishing of Sidney Hall (2017) follows the journey of Sidney Hall (Logan Lerman), a young writer whose debut novel, inspired by a tragic event from his high school days, becomes an overnight sensation. As Sidney's fame skyrockets, his relationship...

5.8

470 votes

5.8

470 votes

Carrie Pilby

2016 · Movie · 98 min. · United States

Direction Susan Johnson

Cast Bel Powley · Nathan Lane · Gabriel Byrne · Vanessa Bayer

Synopsis Carrie Pilby (2016) follows the journey of a brilliant young woman who grapples with the complexities of life, ethics, and human connections. As she navigates the intricacies of morality, relationships, and intimacy, she finds herself increasingly challenged by the prospect...

5.7

905 votes

5.7

905 votes

The Producers

2005 · Movie · 134 min. · United States

Direction Susan Stroman

Cast Nathan Lane · Matthew Broderick · Uma Thurman · Will Ferrell

Synopsis The Producers (2005) is a vibrant big-screen adaptation of the Broadway musical, which itself is based on the iconic Mel Brooks film. The story revolves around two cunning individuals who devise a scheme to swindle elderly investors by producing a...

5.6

3K votes

5.6

3K votes

Addams Family Values

1993 · Movie · 88 min. · United States

Direction Barry Sonnenfeld

Cast Anjelica Huston · Raul Julia · Christopher Lloyd · Christina Ricci

Synopsis Addams Family Values (1993) follows the eccentric Addams clan as they navigate the challenges of a new family addition. Pugsley and Wednesday Addams are less than thrilled with the arrival of their new baby brother, Pubert. Morticia feels restless, and...

5.4

13K votes

5.4

13K votes

Spellbound

2024 · Movie · 110 min. · United States

Direction Vicky Jenson

Cast Rachel Zegler · Miguel Bernardeau · Giovanna Bush · Jenifer Lewis

Synopsis Spellbound (2024) follows the journey of Elian, a young teenager who discovers her magical abilities and uses them to protect her family. As the forces of light and darkness clash, Elian must navigate her newfound powers to safeguard her kingdom...

5.4

734 votes

5.4

734 votes