Cast: Jan Arvan

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


Some Came Running

1958 · Movie · 136 min. · United States

Direction Vincente Minnelli

Cast Frank Sinatra · Dean Martin · Shirley MacLaine · Martha Hyer

Synopsis Some Came Running (1958) follows the journey of Dave Hirsch, a writer and former soldier, as he finds himself back in his 1948 hometown of Parkman, Indiana. His affluent brother sets him up with Gwen French, a local educator. However,...

7.4

2K votes

7.4

2K votes

Direction Alfred Hitchcock

Cast Tom Ewell · Justice Watson · Kirby Smith · Kay Stewart

Synopsis Alfred Hitchcock Presents: The Case of Mr. Pelham (TV) (1955) follows the perplexing journey of Mr. Pelham, who seeks medical advice due to a series of baffling occurrences. His friends and acquaintances have reported seeing him in locations where he...

7.1

664 votes

7.1

664 votes

The Other Woman

1954 · Movie · 81 min. · United States

Direction Hugo Haas

Cast Hugo Haas · Cleo Moore · Lance Fuller · Lucille Barkley

Synopsis The Other Woman (1954) follows the story of Sherry Stewart, an aspiring actress who is upset when director Walter Darman rejects her for a minor role in his film. Along with her boyfriend, Ronnie, she concocts a scheme to entrap...

7.1

34 votes

7.1

34 votes

The Poseidon Adventure

1972 · Movie · 117 min. · United States

Direction Ronald Neame

Cast Gene Hackman · Ernest Borgnine · Red Buttons · Carol Lynley

Synopsis The Poseidon Adventure (1972) follows a group of survivors as they battle for their lives after a catastrophic earthquake triggers a massive tidal wave, causing a luxurious ocean liner to capsize on New Year's Eve. The story unfolds as a...

6.6

6K votes

6.6

6K votes

Mike Hammer (TV Series)

1956 · Series · 30 min. · United States

Direction Boris Sagal · Richard Irving · William Witney · John English

Cast Darren McGavin · Bart Burns · Vito Scotti · Johnny Seven

Synopsis Mike Hammer (TV Series) (1956) follows the thrilling escapades of Mickey Spillane's iconic private investigator, Mike Hammer, over the course of 78 episodes from 1956 to 1959. Known for his tough demeanor and quick wit, Hammer navigates the gritty underworld...

6.5

28 votes

6.5

28 votes

Zorro (TV Series)

1957 · Series · 30 min. · United States

Direction Hollingsworth Morse · Charles Barton · Norman Foster · John Meredyth Lucas

Cast Guy Williams · Gene Sheldon · Henry Calvin · Don Diamond

Synopsis Zorro (TV Series) (1957) aired from 1957 to 1959, spanning 3 seasons and 82 episodes. The narrative follows the journey of Don Alejandro's sole heir, who ventures back to 1820s California to challenge the oppressive local military. By day, he...

6.5

934 votes

6.5

934 votes

20 Million Miles to Earth

1957 · Movie · 82 min. · United States

Direction Nathan Juran

Cast William Hopper · Joan Taylor · Thomas Browne Henry · Frank Puglia

Synopsis 20 Million Miles to Earth (1957) follows the aftermath of a U.S. spaceship's crash landing near a small Sicilian fishing village after its mission to Venus. Local fishermen save two crew members, while a young boy, Pepe, discovers a mysterious...

5.9

407 votes

5.9

407 votes

Istanbul

1957 · Movie · 84 min. · United States

Direction Joseph Pevney

Cast Errol Flynn · Cornell Borchers · John Bentley · Torin Thatcher

Synopsis Istanbul (1957) follows the thrilling journey of adventurer James Brennan, who finds himself back in the bustling city of Istanbul five years after being expelled under the cloud of suspicion for diamond smuggling. Through a series of flashbacks, Brennan delves...

5.8

25 votes

5.8

25 votes

Curse of the Faceless Man

1958 · Movie · 67 min. · United States

Direction Edward L. Cahn

Cast Richard Anderson · Elaine Edwards · Adele Mara · Luis van Rooten

Synopsis Curse of the Faceless Man (1958) follows the unsettling events that unfold during the excavation of Pompeii, where a peculiar stone-encrusted body is unearthed. The body is adorned with a bronze medallion featuring an enigmatic Etruscan inscription. Carlo Fiorillo, an...

4.3

96 votes

4.3

96 votes

Winchester 73 (TV)

1967 · Movie · 97 min. · United States

Direction Herschel Daugherty

Cast Tom Tryon · John Saxon · Dan Duryea · John Drew Barrymore

Synopsis Winchester 73 (TV) (1967) is a remake of the classic 1950 Western film, featuring a gripping tale of rivalry between two brothers. One brother is an ex-convict, while the other is a dedicated law enforcement officer. The central plot revolves...

4.0

30 votes

4.0

30 votes

Gunslinger (TV Series)

1961 · Series · 60 min. · United States

Direction Andrew V. McLaglen · Jus Addiss · Jesse Hibbs · Harmon Jones

Cast Tony Young · Preston Foster · Midge Ware · Dee Pollock

Synopsis Gunslinger (TV Series) (1961) follows the adventures of Cord, a skilled gunfighter who operates covertly for the local Army garrison Commander. His mission is to maintain order and tranquility in the rugged and lawless territory, using his expertise and stealth...

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The Tab Hunter Show (TV Series)

1960 · Series · 30 min. · United States

Direction Norman Tokar · William J. Hole Jr. · Richard Kinon · Philip Rapp

Cast Tab Hunter · Richard Erdman · Jerome Cowan · Reta Shaw

Synopsis The Tab Hunter Show (TV Series) (1960) aired from 1960 to 1961, consisting of 32 episodes. The series follows Paul Morgan, a cartoonist who creates the popular strip "Bachelor at Large," which chronicles his romantic escapades primarily set in and...

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The Sign of Zorro

1958 · Movie · 91 min. · United States

Direction Lewis R. Foster · Norman Foster

Cast Guy Williams · Henry Calvin · Gene Sheldon · Romney Brent

Synopsis The Sign of Zorro (1958) follows the thrilling tale of Don Diego, who arrives back in his hometown to discover it under the harsh rule of the ruthless Capitan Monastario. To combat this tyranny, Diego adopts the persona of the...

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The Baileys of Balboa (TV Series)

1964 · Series · 30 min. · United States

Direction Charles Barton · Bob Sweeney · Bruce Bilson · Gary Nelson

Cast Paul Ford · John Dehner · Sterling Holloway · Les Brown Jr.

Synopsis The Baileys of Balboa (TV Series) (1964) follows the daily adventures and experiences of a family that embraces a carefree, beachside lifestyle. The series delves into the unique challenges and joys faced by the Baileys as they navigate their lives...

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The Red Skelton Show (TV Series)

1951 · Series · 30 min. · United States

Direction Seymour Berns · Terry Kyne · Bill Hobin · John Gaunt

Cast Red Skelton · Art Gilmore · David Rose · Lucy Knoch

Synopsis The Red Skelton Show (TV Series) (1951) was a beloved American variety show that captivated audiences for nearly two decades, from the early 1950s to the early 1970s. It secured a strong position in the ratings, trailing only behind "Gunsmoke"...

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Direction Douglas Heyes · Robert G. Walker · Lew Landers · George Archainbaud

Cast Phil Carey · Warren Stevens · Patrick Whyte · Michael Carr

Synopsis Tales of the 77th Bengal Lancers (TV Series) (1956) is a television series that aired from 1956 to 1957, consisting of one season with 26 episodes. The narrative revolves around two lieutenants, Michael Rhodes and William Storm, who are posted...

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Three Came to Kill

1960 · Movie · 71 min. · United States

Direction Edward L. Cahn

Cast Cameron Mitchell · John Lupton · Steve Brodie · Lyn Thomas

Synopsis Three Came to Kill (1960) follows a trio of skilled assassins who infiltrate the residence of an airport worker. Their mission? To target and eliminate a high-stakes flight carrying an Asian Prime Minister as it prepares to depart from the...

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Captain Nice (TV Series)

1967 · Series · 30 min. · United States

Direction Gary Nelson · Charles R. Rondeau · Richard Kinon · Hollingsworth Morse

Cast William Daniels · Alice Ghostley · Ann Prentiss · Liam Dunn

Synopsis Captain Nice (TV Series) (1967) follows the adventures of Carter Nash, a chemist working for the police department. He stumbles upon a unique liquid that transforms him into the titular hero, a rather unconventional superhero. Captain Nice is characterized by...

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The Power of the Resurrection

1958 · Movie · 60 min. · United States

Direction Harold D. Schuster

Cast Richard Kiley · Jon Shepodd · Jan Arvan · Morris Ankrum

Synopsis The Power of the Resurrection (1958) follows the journey of a young man who, confronted with the prospect of torture and potential death for his Christian faith, shares his anxieties with Peter, who is also anticipating a similar ordeal. Peter...

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It's About Time (TV Series)

1965 · Series · 30 min. · United States

Direction Sherwood Schwartz · Jerry Hopper · Leslie Goodwins · George Cahan

Cast Frank Aletter · Jack Mullaney · Imogene Coca · Joe E. Ross

Synopsis It's About Time (TV Series) (1965) follows the thrilling journey of two space explorers who, after surpassing the speed of light, find themselves unexpectedly transported back in time to the prehistoric era. Stranded in this ancient world, they form an...

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