Cast: Wes Craven
Top movies, series, and documentaries starring Wes Craven. Uncover the most acclaimed works, loved by fans and praised by critics.
Titles found: 30
The Cutting Edge: The Magic of Movie Editing
2004 · Documentary · 98 min. · United States
Direction Wendy Apple
Cast Jodie Foster · Anthony Minghella · Sean Penn · Walter Murch
Synopsis The Cutting Edge: The Magic of Movie Editing (2004) delves into the intricate craft of film editing, showcasing a variety of iconic movies that have pushed the boundaries of cinematic storytelling through their unique and inventive editing techniques. The documentary...
7.0
667 votes
7.0
667 votes
Trespassing Bergman
2013 · Documentary · 107 min. · Sweden
Direction Jane Magnusson · Hynek Pallas
Cast Woody Allen · Michael Haneke · Martin Scorsese · Ridley Scott
Synopsis Trespassing Bergman (2013) explores the legendary status of Ingmar Bergman's residence on Fårö island, a place of both reverence and apprehension for renowned filmmakers and actors. Directors such as Woody Allen, Michael Haneke, Martin Scorsese, Ridley Scott, Tomas Alfredson, and...
6.8
355 votes
6.8
355 votes
Never Sleep Again: The Elm Street Legacy
2010 · Documentary · 240 min. · United States
Direction Daniel Farrands · Andrew Kasch
Cast Robert Englund · Wes Craven · Heather Langenkamp · Johnny Depp
Synopsis Never Sleep Again: The Elm Street Legacy (2010) delves into the enduring legacy of Freddy Krueger, who has haunted the dreams of audiences for decades, amassing over half a billion dollars at the box office through eight chilling films. This...
6.7
479 votes
6.7
479 votes
Inside Deep Throat
2005 · Documentary · 92 min. · United States
Direction Fenton Bailey · Randy Barbato
Cast John Waters · Larry Flynt · Erica Jong · Ruth Westheimer
Synopsis Inside Deep Throat (2005) delves into the enduring cultural significance sparked by the release of "Deep Throat," a sexually explicit movie that premiered in a midtown Manhattan adult theater in June 1972. The film swiftly became the center of an...
6.6
2K votes
6.6
2K votes
Hitchcock: Shadow of a Genius (A.K.A. Dial H For Hitchcock: The Genius Behind the Showman) (TV)
1999 · Documentary · 101 min. · United States
Direction Ted Haimes
Cast Kevin Spacey · Jonathan Demme · Alfred Hitchcock · Joseph Stefano
Synopsis Hitchcock: Shadow of a Genius (A.K.A. Dial H For Hitchcock: The Genius Behind the Showman) (TV) (1999) offers an intriguing exploration of the cinematic brilliance of Alfred Hitchcock. The documentary delves into his early British films but primarily concentrates on...
6.6
40 votes
6.6
40 votes
Scream: The Inside Story (TV)
2011 · Documentary · 90 min. · United States
Direction Daniel Farrands
Cast Wes Craven · Neve Campbell · David Arquette · Eli Roth
Synopsis Scream: The Inside Story (TV) (2011) delves into the phenomenon that was the 1996 horror film "Scream," directed by Wes Craven, which revitalized the slasher genre and captivated a new generation of teenage audiences. Despite facing numerous challenges during its...
6.4
193 votes
6.4
193 votes
Never Sleep Again: The Making of 'A Nightmare on Elm Street'
2006 · Documentary · 50 min. · United States
Direction Jeffrey Schwarz
Cast Wes Craven · Sean S. Cunningham · David Del Valle · Robert Shaye
Synopsis Never Sleep Again: The Making of 'A Nightmare on Elm Street' (2006) delves into the intricate process behind the creation of the iconic horror film "A Nightmare on Elm Street." This documentary offers a comprehensive look at the film's development,...
6.4
21 votes
6.4
21 votes
The American Nightmare
2000 · Documentary · 73 min. · United States
Direction Adam Simon
Cast George A. Romero · John Landis · John Carpenter · Wes Craven
6.4
30 votes
6.4
30 votes
Going to Pieces: The Rise and Fall of the Slasher Film
2006 · Documentary · 88 min. · United States
Direction J. Albert Bell · Rachel Belofsky · Michael Derek Bohusz · Rudy Scalese
Cast John Carpenter · Wes Craven · Herb Freed · Stan Winston
Synopsis Going to Pieces: The Rise and Fall of the Slasher Film (2006) offers an in-depth exploration of the slasher film genre, featuring a vast array of clips that trace its origins back to seminal works like "Halloween," "Friday the 13th,"...
6.2
152 votes
6.2
152 votes
Scream
1996 · Movie · 111 min. · United States
Direction Wes Craven
Cast Neve Campbell · David Arquette · Courteney Cox · Matthew Lillard
Synopsis Scream (1996) follows a cunning and clever serial killer who targets the youth of a quiet town, exploiting their love for horror film tropes to execute his sinister plans. This gripping and meticulously crafted thriller is the brainchild of the...
5.8
69K votes
5.8
69K votes
Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back
2001 · Movie · 104 min. · United States
Direction Kevin Smith
Cast Jason Mewes · Kevin Smith · Ben Affleck · Shannon Elizabeth
Synopsis Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back (2001) follows the misadventures of the titular duo as they encounter the digital age and learn about an upcoming film based on their personas, "Bluntman & Chronic," being produced by Miramax. Determined to preserve...
5.7
19K votes
5.7
19K votes
Body Bags (TV)
1993 · Movie · 91 min. · United States
Direction John Carpenter · Tobe Hooper
Cast John Carpenter · Tom Arnold · Tobe Hooper · Robert Carradine
Synopsis Body Bags (TV) (1993) presents a trio of chilling tales that delve into the realm of horror. The initial segment revolves around a relentless serial killer who leaves a trail of terror in his wake. The second story takes a...
5.6
2K votes
5.6
2K votes
Wes Craven's New Nightmare
1994 · Movie · 109 min. · United States
Direction Wes Craven
Cast Heather Langenkamp · Robert Englund · Miko Hughes · John Saxon
Synopsis Wes Craven's New Nightmare (1994) follows Heather Langenkamp, the actress who portrayed Nancy Thompson in the original "A Nightmare on Elm Street," as she is invited by New Line Cinema to participate in a new installment of the franchise. Initially...
4.8
4K votes
4.8
4K votes
The Tripper
2006 · Movie · 97 min. · United States
Direction David Arquette
Cast Thomas Jane · Courteney Cox · Jaime King · Richmond Arquette
Synopsis The Tripper (2006) follows a chilling narrative where a deranged serial killer, fixated on Ronald Reagan, sets his sights on a group of unsuspecting hippies. The young travelers are en route to the Redwood Forest for a memorable weekend concert,...
3.6
530 votes
3.6
530 votes
The Fear
1995 · Movie · 98 min. · United States
Direction Vincent Robert
Cast Eddie Bowz · Heather Medway · Ann Turkel · Vince Edwards
Synopsis The Fear (1995) follows a group of individuals who embark on a weekend retreat to a secluded cabin for an unconventional form of therapy aimed at confronting and overcoming their deepest fears. As each person delves into their personal terrors,...
2.8
60 votes
2.8
60 votes
Night of the Living Dead: 25th Anniversary Documentary
1993 · Documentary · 83 min. · United States
Direction Thomas Brown
Cast George A. Romero · John A. Russo · Russell Streiner · Karl Hardman
Synopsis Night of the Living Dead: 25th Anniversary Documentary (1993) is a commemorative exploration of George A. Romero's groundbreaking horror film "Night of the Living Dead" (1968), marking its 25th anniversary. The documentary features a compilation of clips from the original...
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Shadow Zone: The Undead Express
1996 · Movie · 95 min. · United States
Direction Stephen Williams
Cast Ron Silver · Chauncey Leopardi · Natanya Ross · Tony T. Johnson
Synopsis Shadow Zone: The Undead Express (1996) follows the chilling journey of a teenager who is deeply engrossed in horror films. His fascination leads him to form an unlikely alliance with a vampire, who then introduces him to a secretive coven...
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Paris, je t’aime: Quartier de la Madeleine (S)
2006 · Movie · 6 min. · Canada
Direction Vincenzo Natali
Cast Elijah Wood · Olga Kurylenko · Wes Craven
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The Directors (TV Series)
1997 · Documentary · 60 min. · United States
Direction Robert J. Emery
Cast Rod Steiger · Meryl Streep · Jon Voight · Anthony Hopkins
Synopsis The Directors (TV Series) (1997) delves into the lives and works of some of the most influential figures in the world of cinema. This documentary series offers an in-depth exploration of renowned film directors, providing insights into their creative processes,...
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Masters of Horror (TV)
2002 · Documentary · 90 min. · United States
Direction Mike Mendez · Dave Parker
Cast Dario Argento · Bruce Campbell · John Carpenter · Wes Craven
Synopsis Masters of Horror (TV) (2002) delves into the minds of contemporary horror's most influential figures, offering exclusive conversations with legendary directors and creators. The documentary includes in-depth interviews with icons such as George Romero, Dario Argento, Tobe Hooper, John Carpenter,...
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