Cast: Sam Rockwell

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


The Green Mile

1999 · Movie · 180 min. · United States

Direction Frank Darabont

Cast Tom Hanks · Michael Clarke Duncan · David Morse · Doug Hutchison

Synopsis The Green Mile (1999) begins in a contemporary US retirement home, where elderly Paul Edgecomb shares his past experiences with his friend Elaine. The narrative then shifts to 1935, when Edgecomb serves as a death-row corrections officer in a Southern...

7.9

106K votes

7.9

106K votes

Direction Martin McDonagh

Cast Frances McDormand · Woody Harrelson · Sam Rockwell · John Hawkes

Synopsis Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri (2017) follows Mildred Hayes (Frances McDormand) as she takes drastic action after the investigation into her daughter's murder stalls. She rents three billboards on the outskirts of her town, Ebbing, Missouri, to publicly accuse the...

7.6

48K votes

7.6

48K votes

The Last Movie Stars (TV Series)

2022 · Documentary · 55 min. · United States

Direction Ethan Hawke

Cast Laura Linney · Melanie Griffith · Sam Rockwell · Billy Crudup

Synopsis The Last Movie Stars (TV Series) (2022) delves into the legendary journeys of Paul Newman and Joanne Woodward, exploring their remarkable careers and enduring partnership that spanned decades. The series offers an intimate look into their love story, personal lives,...

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7.4

203 votes

7.4

203 votes

Direction Richard Shepard

Cast John Cazale · Al Pacino · Meryl Streep · Francis Ford Coppola

Synopsis I Knew It Was You: Rediscovering John Cazale (2009) delves into the remarkable acting prowess of John Cazale and takes viewers on a journey through the iconic films that shaped a cinematic era. From 1972 to 1978, Cazale's performances in...

7.3

2K votes

7.3

2K votes

Jojo Rabbit

2019 · Movie · 108 min. · New Zealand

Direction Taika Waititi

Cast Roman Griffin Davis · Scarlett Johansson · Thomasin McKenzie · Taika Waititi

Synopsis Jojo Rabbit (2019) follows the journey of a solitary German youth named Jojo "Rabbit" Betzler, portrayed by Roman Griffin Davis, whose perspective on life is dramatically altered when he uncovers a secret: his mother, Rosie, played by Scarlett Johansson, is...

7.2

29K votes

7.2

29K votes

Moon

2009 · Movie · 97 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Duncan Jones

Cast Sam Rockwell · Kaya Scodelario · Matt Berry · Malcolm Stewart

Synopsis Moon (2009) is set in the not-too-distant future, where astronaut Sam Bell is stationed on the moon's far side, working on a three-year contract with Lunar Industries to extract Helium-3, a vital energy source for Earth. His isolation is exacerbated...

7.1

51K votes

7.1

51K votes

Richard Jewell

2019 · Movie · 131 min. · United States

Direction Clint Eastwood

Cast Paul Walter Hauser · Sam Rockwell · Kathy Bates · Jon Hamm

Synopsis Richard Jewell (2019) follows the true story of Richard Jewell, a dedicated security guard working for AT&T during the 1996 Summer Olympics in Atlanta. Jewell's life took a dramatic turn when he discovered a suspicious backpack containing three pipe bombs...

7.1

13K votes

7.1

13K votes

Fosse/Verdon (TV Miniseries)

2019 · Series · 48 min. · United States

Direction Thomas Kail · Steven Levenson

Cast Sam Rockwell · Michelle Williams · Kelli Barrett · Norbert Leo Butz

Synopsis Fosse/Verdon (TV Miniseries) (2019) offers an intimate exploration of the dynamic relationship between renowned choreographer and director Bob Fosse and Gwen Verdon, celebrated as one of Broadway's most exceptional dancers. Spanning 8 episodes, this miniseries delves into the intertwined personal...

7.1

608 votes

7.1

608 votes

Frost/Nixon

2008 · Movie · 122 min. · United States

Direction Ron Howard

Cast Frank Langella · Michael Sheen · Rebecca Hall · Toby Jones

Synopsis Frost/Nixon (2008) presents a gripping account of the historic television interviews that took place between British television personality David Frost and former U.S. President Richard Nixon following the Watergate scandal. After three years of silence, Nixon agreed to a comprehensive...

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7.0

16K votes

7.0

16K votes

Box of Moonlight

1996 · Movie · 111 min. · United States

Direction Tom DiCillo

Cast John Turturro · Sam Rockwell · Catherine Keener · Lisa Blount

Synopsis Box of Moonlight (1996) follows Al Fountain, a middle-aged electrical engineer grappling with a mid-life crisis. Instead of rushing back home from a business trip, he opts to take his time, renting a car and embarking on a journey to...

6.9

993 votes

6.9

993 votes

Light Sleeper

1992 · Movie · 103 min. · United States

Direction Paul Schrader

Cast Willem Dafoe · Susan Sarandon · Dana Delany · David Clennon

Synopsis Light Sleeper (1992) follows John LeTour, a 40-year-old drug dealer whose aimless life takes a dramatic turn when his boss, Ann, decides to step down from her role. LeTour's path crosses with his former lover, leading him into a complex...

6.9

2K votes

6.9

2K votes

Vice

2018 · Movie · 132 min. · United States

Direction Adam McKay

Cast Christian Bale · Amy Adams · Steve Carell · Sam Rockwell

Synopsis Vice (2018) delves into the transformation of a Washington insider into one of the most influential figures globally, serving as Vice-President to George W. Bush. The film chronicles his journey from a behind-the-scenes bureaucrat to a pivotal figure, reshaping both...

6.8

15K votes

6.8

15K votes

The Best of Enemies

2019 · Movie · 133 min. · United States

Direction Robin Bissell

Cast Taraji P. Henson · Sam Rockwell · Anne Heche · Wes Bentley

Synopsis The Best of Enemies (2019) explores the unlikely alliance between Ann Atwater, a vocal African American activist, and Claiborne Paul Ellis, a prominent figure in the Ku Klux Klan, both residing in Durham, North Carolina, during the tumultuous 1960s civil...

6.7

943 votes

6.7

943 votes

Lawn Dogs

1997 · Movie · 100 min. · United Kingdom

Direction John Duigan

Cast Sam Rockwell · Kathleen Quinlan · Mischa Barton · Bruce McGill

Synopsis Lawn Dogs (1997) follows the story of Devon, a reserved 10-year-old girl who finds herself in a new, affluent housing community. Struggling to connect with her peers, Devon defies her ambitious father's wishes and forms an unlikely bond with Trent,...

6.6

816 votes

6.6

816 votes

Direction Andrew Dominik

Cast Brad Pitt · Casey Affleck · Sam Rockwell · Paul Schneider

Synopsis The Assassination of Jesse James By The Coward Robert Ford (2007) explores the intricate blend of the personal and public lives of Jesse James, the infamous American outlaw. As the enigmatic and volatile Jesse James strategizes his next daring heist,...

6.5

25K votes

6.5

25K votes

Direction Uli Edel

Cast Jennifer Jason Leigh · Stephen Lang · Stephen Baldwin · Burt Young

Synopsis Last Exit to Brooklyn (1989) presents a vivid tableau of life in 1950s Brooklyn, where a diverse cast of characters grapple with personal and societal pressures. The narrative unfolds through the lens of a union strike leader who confronts his...

6.5

903 votes

6.5

903 votes

Matchstick Men

2003 · Movie · 120 min. · United States

Direction Ridley Scott

Cast Nicolas Cage · Sam Rockwell · Alison Lohman · Bruce McGill

Synopsis Matchstick Men (2003) introduces us to Roy and Frank, a dynamic duo of small-time con artists. Roy, an experienced grifter, and Frank, his eager apprentice, are currently peddling "water filtration systems." These are essentially low-cost water filters that they sell...

6.4

23K votes

6.4

23K votes

Conviction

2010 · Movie · 107 min. · United States

Direction Tony Goldwyn

Cast Hilary Swank · Sam Rockwell · Juliette Lewis · Ari Graynor

Synopsis Conviction (2010) follows the inspiring journey of a dedicated mother who, driven by her unwavering belief in her brother's innocence, embarks on a challenging path to become a lawyer. After her brother is unjustly sentenced for a murder he did...

6.4

6K votes

6.4

6K votes

Celebrity

1998 · Movie · 113 min. · United States

Direction Woody Allen

Cast Kenneth Branagh · Melanie Griffith · Winona Ryder · Leonardo DiCaprio

Synopsis Celebrity (1998) follows Lee Simon, a 40-year-old journalist who pens travel articles and conducts interviews with celebrities. Despite his professional achievements, Lee feels unfulfilled and yearns for greater recognition. He aspires to write a book or a screenplay to elevate...

6.4

13K votes

6.4

13K votes

Confessions of a Dangerous Mind

2002 · Movie · 113 min. · United States

Direction George Clooney

Cast Sam Rockwell · Drew Barrymore · George Clooney · Michelle Sweeney

Synopsis Confessions of a Dangerous Mind (2002) delves into the enigmatic life of Chuck Barris, a renowned television producer who allegedly led a secret life as a CIA operative. The film explores Barris' public persona, known for creating popular game shows...

6.4

8K votes

6.4

8K votes