Cast: Lou Jacobi

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


Irma la Douce

1963 · Movie · 142 min. · United States

Direction Billy Wilder

Cast Jack Lemmon · Shirley MacLaine · Lou Jacobi · Bruce Yarnell

Synopsis Irma la Douce (1963) follows the tale of Nestor Patou (Jack Lemmon), a dedicated but naive policeman who stumbles upon a bustling street of prostitutes in a lively Parisian district. After reporting the women to his corrupt superior, who turns...

7.9

33K votes

7.9

33K votes

The Diary of Anne Frank

1959 · Movie · 170 min. · United States

Direction George Stevens

Cast Millie Perkins · Joseph Schildkraut · Shelley Winters · Richard Beymer

Synopsis The Diary of Anne Frank (1959) unfolds the harrowing tale inspired by Anne Frank's personal journal and the theatrical adaptation that followed. Set in the Netherlands under Nazi rule, Otto Frank and his family are compelled to seek refuge due...

7.0

3K votes

7.0

3K votes

Next Stop, Greenwich Village

1976 · Movie · 111 min. · United States

Direction Paul Mazursky

Cast Lenny Baker · Shelley Winters · Ellen Greene · Lois Smith

Synopsis Next Stop, Greenwich Village (1976) follows the journey of a young Jewish man who leaves his family's Brooklyn home to pursue his acting dreams in the vibrant, artistic community of Greenwich Village in 1953. As he navigates the bohemian lifestyle,...

6.9

152 votes

6.9

152 votes

Direction Woody Allen

Cast Woody Allen · Gene Wilder · Lynn Redgrave · Louise Lasser

Synopsis Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Sex (But You Were Afraid to Ask) (1972) presents a series of comedic vignettes that explore various aspects of human sexuality. The film opens with a jester attempting to impress the queen with...

6.8

19K votes

6.8

19K votes

Roseland

1977 · Movie · 104 min. · United States

Direction James Ivory

Cast Teresa Wright · Lou Jacobi · Don De Natale · Louise Kirtland

Synopsis Roseland (1977) weaves together three distinct narratives, occasionally intersecting, all set against the vibrant backdrop of the iconic New York dance hall. Each story revolves around the central theme of discovering the perfect dance partner, exploring the nuances of human...

6.6

28 votes

6.6

28 votes

Little Murders

1971 · Movie · 110 min. · United States

Direction Alan Arkin

Cast Elliott Gould · Lou Jacobi · Donald Sutherland · Alan Arkin

Synopsis Little Murders (1971) is a darkly comedic film that centers around Alfred Chamberlain, portrayed by Elliott Gould, a detached photographer who finds himself engaged to Patsy Newquist, an outgoing and optimistic woman played by Marcia Rodd. Patsy is the sole...

6.4

101 votes

6.4

101 votes

My Favorite Year

1982 · Movie · 92 min. · United States

Direction Richard Benjamin

Cast Peter O'Toole · Mark Linn-Baker · Jessica Harper · Joseph Bologna

Synopsis My Favorite Year (1982) follows the story of Benjy Stone, a young and enthusiastic junior writer for a highly-rated variety/comedy show set in the mid-1950s. During this era, television was a burgeoning medium with rules still being defined. The show's...

6.3

414 votes

6.3

414 votes

A Kid for Two Farthings

1955 · Movie · 96 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Carol Reed

Cast Celia Johnson · Diana Dors · David Kossoff · Joe Robinson

Synopsis A Kid for Two Farthings (1955) is set in a bustling, working-class London neighborhood filled with small shops, street vendors, and market stalls. The story revolves around Joe, a young boy who resides with his mother, Joanne, above the Kandinsky...

6.1

45 votes

6.1

45 votes

Amazon Women on the Moon

1987 · Movie · 81 min. · United States

Direction Joe Dante · Carl Gottlieb · Peter Horton · John Landis

Cast Arsenio Hall · Donald F. Muhich · Monique Gabrielle · Lou Jacobi

Synopsis Amazon Women on the Moon (1987) is a comedic anthology film that presents a collection of short sketches, many of which satirize late-night television programming and the low-budget films commonly featured during those hours. The film includes a variety of...

5.8

515 votes

5.8

515 votes

Penelope

1966 · Movie · 97 min. · United States

Direction Arthur Hiller

Cast Natalie Wood · Ian Bannen · Dick Shawn · Peter Falk

Synopsis Penelope (1966) centers around a whimsical and easily distracted woman who is unhappily married to a banker. Her life takes a dramatic turn when she impulsively decides to steal a substantial sum of $60,000 from her husband's bank, leading to...

5.7

75 votes

5.7

75 votes

Arthur

1981 · Movie · 97 min. · United States

Direction Steve Gordon

Cast Dudley Moore · Liza Minnelli · John Gielgud · Geraldine Fitzgerald

Synopsis Arthur (1981) follows the story of a carefree and wealthy playboy who enjoys his life without any serious goals or aspirations. He is the designated recipient of a massive inheritance, but there's a catch: he must wed Susan, a woman...

5.3

3K votes

5.3

3K votes

I.Q.

1994 · Movie · 96 min. · United States

Direction Fred Schepisi

Cast Meg Ryan · Tim Robbins · Walter Matthau · Lou Jacobi

Synopsis I.Q. (1994) follows the story of Edward Walters, a humble auto mechanic who instantly falls for the brilliant and captivating Catherine Boyd. Their love story faces an initial hurdle as Catherine is already engaged to the arrogant James Moreland. However,...

4.8

4K votes

4.8

4K votes

The Lucky Star

1980 · Movie · 110 min. · Canada

Direction Max Fischer

Cast Rod Steiger · Louise Fletcher · Lou Jacobi · Brett Marx

Synopsis The Lucky Star (1980) unfolds in the tumultuous backdrop of the war-ravaged Netherlands, where a young Jewish boy finds solace in his vivid and imaginative daydreams. These escapist fantasies transport him to the thrilling world of a Hollywood western, where...

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The Last of the Secret Agents?

1966 · Movie · 92 min. · United States

Direction Norman Abbott

Cast Marty Allen · Steve Rossi · John Williams · Nancy Sinatra

Synopsis The Last of the Secret Agents? (1966) follows the adventures of Marty and Steve, two American tourists vacationing in France. Their trip takes an unexpected turn when they are entrusted with a versatile umbrella that becomes a crucial tool in...

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I Don't Buy Kisses Anymore

1992 · Movie · 110 min. · United States

Direction Robert Marcarelli

Cast Jason Alexander · Nia Peeples · Lainie Kazan · Lou Jacobi

Synopsis I Don't Buy Kisses Anymore (1992) follows the story of Bernie Fishbine, a man dealing with his weight issues. Daily, he visits a local store to purchase chocolate kisses, where he encounters Theresa Garabaldi. They share a common bus route,...

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The Magician of Lublin

1979 · Movie · 114 min. · Israel

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Direction Bob Sweeney

Cast Claude Akins · Lou Liberatore · Courteney Cox · Faith Ford

Synopsis If It's Tuesday, It Still Must Be Belgium (TV) (1987) follows the thrilling journey of a tour bus driver who embarks on a daring mission to rescue his daughter from her captors. As the drama unfolds, the driver finds unexpected...

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The Judge and Jake Wyler (TV)

1972 · Movie · 120 min. · United States

Direction David Lowell Rich

Cast Bette Davis · Doug McClure · Eric Braeden · Joan Van Ark

Synopsis The Judge and Jake Wyler (TV) (1972) follows the story of a former judge who, after retiring from the bench, establishes a unique private investigation firm. She is assisted by a former convict and a diverse group of parolees, each...

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Love American Style (TV Series)

1969 · Series · 60 min. · United States

Direction Charles R. Rondeau · Bruce Bilson · Alan Rafkin · Leslie H. Martinson

Cast Stuart Margolin · Mary Grover · Barbara Minkus · Michael Callan

Synopsis Love American Style (TV Series) (1969) is a classic anthology comedy series that showcases a rotating cast of renowned celebrity guest stars. Each episode is divided into multiple short stories or vignettes, typically ranging from one to four, all centered...

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The Boss' Wife

1986 · Movie · 83 min. · United States

Direction Ziggy Steinberg

Cast Daniel Stern · Arielle Dombasle · Fisher Stevens · Melanie Mayron

Synopsis The Boss' Wife (1986) follows the story of Joel Keefer, an ambitious stockbroker striving to ascend the corporate hierarchy. His journey is impeded by a significant obstacle: his boss's alluring and coquettish spouse.

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