Cast: James MacArthur

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


The Bedford Incident

1965 · Movie · 102 min. · United Kingdom

Direction James B. Harris

Cast Richard Widmark · Sidney Poitier · James MacArthur · Martin Balsam

Synopsis The Bedford Incident (1965) follows a journalist aboard the USS Bedford, a US Navy destroyer, as he documents a tense standoff in the icy Atlantic. A Soviet submarine is shadowing the Bedford, and the destroyer's captain decides to turn the...

6.6

352 votes

6.6

352 votes

Hang 'Em High

1968 · Movie · 114 min. · United States

Direction Ted Post

Cast Clint Eastwood · Inger Stevens · Ed Begley · Arlene Golonka

Synopsis Hang 'Em High (1968) follows the story of Jed Cooper, a man who is apprehended by a group of vigilantes. Mistakenly accused of cattle rustling and murder, he is left hanging from a noose, presumed dead. However, Cooper miraculously survives....

6.6

7K votes

6.6

7K votes

The Young Stranger

1957 · Movie · 84 min. · United States

Direction John Frankenheimer

Cast James MacArthur · Kim Hunter · James Daly · James Gregory

Synopsis The Young Stranger (1957) follows the story of Hal Ditmar, a well-groomed young man who is the offspring of a prosperous film producer. After a dispute at a theater escalates into a physical altercation between Hal and the theater manager,...

6.2

23 votes

6.2

23 votes

Swiss Family Robinson

1960 · Movie · 126 min. · United States

Direction Ken Annakin

Cast John Mills · Dorothy McGuire · James MacArthur · Janet Munro

Synopsis Swiss Family Robinson (1960) follows the thrilling escapades of a European family as they embark on a journey to the distant lands of New Guinea. The story begins with a tumultuous storm that leaves the family's ship in ruins, forcing...

6.2

2K votes

6.2

2K votes

Direction Leonard Freeman · Michael O'Herlihy · Charles S. Dubin · Paul Stanley

Cast Jack Lord · James MacArthur · Kam Fong · Herman Wedemeyer

Synopsis Hawaii Five-O (TV Series) (1968) is a classic television show that aired from 1968 to 1980, spanning 12 seasons and 284 episodes. The series delves into the high-stakes investigations conducted by Hawaii Five-0, an elite unit within the Hawaii State...

5.8

245 votes

5.8

245 votes

Direction Robert Stevenson

Cast Peter Finch · James MacArthur · Bernard Lee · Niall MacGinnis

Synopsis Robert Louis Stevenson's Kidnapped (1959) follows the journey of young David Balfour, who is deceived and robbed of his rightful inheritance. His life takes a dramatic turn when he crosses paths with Alan Breck Stewart, a daring Jacobite adventurer. Accused...

5.8

71 votes

5.8

71 votes

Spencer's Mountain

1963 · Movie · 121 min. · United States

Direction Delmer Daves

Cast Henry Fonda · Maureen O'Hara · James MacArthur · Donald Crisp

Synopsis Spencer's Mountain (1963) follows the life of Clay Spencer, portrayed by Henry Fonda, a tenacious and independent man living in Wyoming. Known for his strong will, occasional indulgence in alcohol, and blunt language, Spencer is a devout believer in God...

5.7

361 votes

5.7

361 votes

Direction Richard Thorpe

Cast Hayley Mills · John Mills · James MacArthur · Lionel Jeffries

Synopsis The Truth About Spring (1965) follows the adventures of Tommy Tyler, an idle Caribbean sailor, and his spirited daughter, Spring, as they embark on a quest to uncover a hidden treasure. To aid in their pursuit, Tommy enlists the help...

4.7

39 votes

4.7

39 votes

The Love-Ins

1967 · Movie · 91 min. · United States

Direction Arthur Dreifuss

Cast Richard Todd · James MacArthur · Susan Oliver · Mark Goddard

Synopsis The Love-Ins (1967) follows the journey of a college professor who, in response to the termination of student underground newspaper staff, steps down from his position in protest. He then immerses himself in the "hippie movement," ultimately becoming a revered...

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Direction Paul Krasny

Cast Michael Beck · Art Carney · Alex Karras · Telly Savalas

Synopsis Alcatraz: The Whole Shocking Story (1980) delves into the true events surrounding the daring 1946 escape attempt from the notorious Alcatraz Island prison. The narrative centers around Clarence Carnes, a young inmate who orchestrates a meticulously planned escape involving several...

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Direction Philip Leacock

Cast Van Heflin · Eddie Littlesky · Kent Smith · Ricardo Montalban

Synopsis The Great Adventure (TV Series) (1963) is a television program that presents a collection of hour-long dramatic episodes. These episodes delve into the lives of renowned historical figures and explore pivotal historical events, offering viewers an engaging and educational journey...

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The Interns

1962 · Movie · 120 min. · United States

Direction David Swift

Cast Michael Callan · Cliff Robertson · James MacArthur · Nick Adams

Synopsis The Interns (1962) follows a cohort of ambitious medical students during their inaugural year at New North Hospital, where they face significant personal and professional challenges. John Paul Otis, one of the interns, jeopardizes his medical future when he becomes...

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Hawaii Five-O (TV)

1997 · Movie · 60 min. · United States

Direction Bradford May

Cast Gary Busey · Russell Wong · Steven Flynn · Natasha Pavlovich

Synopsis Hawaii Five-O (TV) (1997) follows the aftermath of a shocking event where Governor Dan Williams, formerly the second-in-command at Hawaii Five-O, is critically injured during a public address. In response, retired members of the elite task force, including Kono, Chin...

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Direction Herschel Daugherty

Cast Fess Parker · Wendell Corey · Joanne Dru · James MacArthur

Synopsis The Light in the Forest (1958) follows the journey of a young man named Johnny Butler, who was captured and raised by a Native American tribe as a child. When he is sent to live with his biological family in...

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Mosby's Marauders

1967 · Movie · 80 min. · United States

Direction Michael O'Herlihy

Cast James MacArthur · Nick Adams · Jack Ging · Kurt Russell

Synopsis Mosby's Marauders (1967) follows the journey of a young Confederate soldier, Willie Prentiss, portrayed by a teenage Kurt Russell, who is stationed at a secluded river outpost during the tumultuous American Civil War. In his solitude, Willie forms an unlikely...

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Cry of Battle

1963 · Movie · 99 min. · United States

Direction Irving Lerner

Cast Van Heflin · Rita Moreno · James MacArthur · Leopoldo Salcedo

Synopsis Cry of Battle (1963) follows the journey of a privileged young man, the offspring of a prosperous entrepreneur, who becomes entangled in the resistance against Japanese forces during World War II. As he joins the guerrilla movement, he encounters unexpected...

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