Cast: Jack Webb

Direction Billy Wilder

Cast William Holden · Gloria Swanson · Erich von Stroheim · Nancy Olson

Synopsis Sunset Boulevard (1950) follows a struggling screenwriter (William Holden) who seeks shelter in the grand mansion of a former silent film icon (Gloria Swanson) to evade creditors. As he becomes entangled in her world, he uncovers the dark and unstable...

Direction Fred Zinnemann

Cast Marlon Brando · Teresa Wright · Everett Sloane · Jack Webb

Synopsis The Men (1950) is a poignant film directed by Fred Zinnemann that delves into the struggles of paraplegic World War II veterans. The movie introduces Marlon Brando in a profoundly moving debut performance as Lt. Bud Wilozek, a veteran confined...

Direction William Dieterle

Cast Charlton Heston · Lizabeth Scott · Viveca Lindfors · Dean Jagger

Synopsis Dark City (1950) follows Danny Haley, a bookie whose operation is forced to close. Desperate for cash, Danny and his friends target Arthur Winant, a naive out-of-towner, luring him into a series of poker games where he ultimately loses $5000...

Direction Alfred L. Werker · Anthony Mann

Cast Richard Basehart · Scott Brady · Roy Roberts · Whit Bissell

Synopsis He Walked By Night (1948) is a gripping film-noir that employs a semi-documentary approach to chronicle the relentless pursuit of a cunning criminal by the police. The narrative unfolds as law enforcement officers tirelessly track down a dangerous individual who...

Direction Jack Webb

Cast Jack Webb · Harry Morgan · George Fenneman · Don Ross

Synopsis Dragnet 1967 (TV Series) (1967) is a crime drama that aired from 1967 to 1970. The show features Jack Webb as the relentless Sergeant Joe Friday, who, alongside his partner, Officer Bill Gannon (portrayed by Harry Morgan, known for his...

Direction Lewis Allen

Cast Alan Ladd · Phyllis Calvert · Paul Stewart · Jan Sterling

Synopsis Appointment with Danger (1950) follows the tenacious postal inspector Al Goddard as he is dispatched to Gary, Indiana, following the brutal murder of a fellow officer. His mission is to locate a nun who witnessed the crime and then seamlessly...

Direction Lewis Milestone

Cast Richard Widmark · Jack Palance · Reginald Gardiner · Robert Wagner

Synopsis Halls of Montezuma (1951) follows a group of marines as they launch a daring assault on a heavily fortified enemy island in the Pacific theater during World War II. The narrative traces their journey from the moment they hit the...

Direction Henry Hathaway

Cast Gary Cooper · Jane Greer · Millard Mitchell · Eddie Albert

Synopsis You're in the Navy Now (1951) follows the journey of Lt. John Harkness, a newly commissioned officer with a fresh engineering degree, as he takes command of the U.S.S. Teakettle, a submarine chaser outfitted with an innovative steam engine. Harkness...

Direction Jack Webb

Cast Jack Webb · Janet Leigh · Edmond O'Brien · Peggy Lee

Synopsis Pete Kelly's Blues (1955) is a standout among director/star Jack Webb's theatrical films, renowned for its stylish presentation. The movie kicks off with a captivating pre-credits sequence that reveals how World War I veteran Pete Kelly (Webb) acquired his cherished...

Direction Jack Webb

Cast Robert Mitchum · Jack Webb · Martha Hyer · France Nuyen

Synopsis The Last Time I Saw Archie (1961) follows the lighthearted adventures of a pair of Air Force buddies as they navigate their military service together, finding joy and camaraderie amidst their duties.

Direction Jack Webb

Cast Jack Webb · Harry Morgan · Vic Perrin · Virginia Gregg

Synopsis Dragnet 1966 (TV) (1969) was originally crafted as a pilot for the anticipated Dragnet-1967 TV series. The story revolves around the iconic L.A. police detective Sgt. Joe Friday and his dedicated partners. Despite its initial purpose, the episode was not...

Direction Jack Webb

Cast Jack Webb · Ben Alexander · Richard Boone · Ann Robinson

Synopsis Dragnet (1954) follows the relentless pursuit of two seasoned homicide detectives as they delve into the gruesome shotgun slaying of a notorious crime syndicate figure. The film meticulously chronicles their methodical investigation, highlighting the gritty reality of police work and...

Direction George Waggner

Cast Jack Kelly · Jeanne Cooper · Peter Brown · Andrew Duggan

Synopsis Red Nightmare (1962) follows the journey of an ordinary man who has always enjoyed the liberties of his life. One fateful morning, he awakens to a starkly different reality, where the United States has been seized by Communist forces. This...

Direction Jack Webb

Cast Jack Webb · William Conrad · David Nelson · Whitney Blake

Synopsis -30- (1959) follows the intense daily life of a managing editor at a bustling Los Angeles newspaper. The film delves into his challenges as he crafts compelling headlines to capture the interest of readers, navigates the chaotic environment of the...

Direction Jack Webb

Cast Jack Webb · George Fenneman · Hal Gibney · Ben Alexander

Synopsis Dragnet (TV Series) (1951) presents a gritty and authentic portrayal of police work, with iconic catchphrases like "The story you are about to see is true," "Just the facts, ma'am," and "We were working the day watch" that have become...

Direction George Sherman

Cast Dana Andrews · Märta Torén · Stephen McNally · Jeff Chandler

Synopsis Sword in the Desert (1949) follows the journey of Mike Dillon, a jaded freighter captain who initially plans to profit from aiding Jewish refugees in pre-Israel Palestine. However, his intentions to quickly earn money and leave are thwarted as he...

Direction Jack Webb

Cast Jack Webb · Don Dubbins · Jackie Loughery · Lin McCarthy

Synopsis The D.I. (1957) follows the story of Gunnery Sergeant Jim Moore, a formidable Drill Instructor stationed at Parris Island. His primary challenge comes in the form of Pvt. Owens, a recruit who consistently falters under pressure. Moore, however, is convinced...