Cast: Ethan Hawke

Direction Peter Weir

Cast Robin Williams · Robert Sean Leonard · Ethan Hawke · Josh Charles

Synopsis Dead Poets Society (1989) follows the journey of introverted Todd Anderson, who is enrolled in the prestigious prep school where his esteemed older brother once excelled. Todd's roommate, Neil, is a brilliant and well-liked student, but he is heavily influenced...

Direction Richard Linklater

Cast Ethan Hawke · Julie Delpy · Wiley Wiggins · Trevor Jack Brooks

Synopsis Waking Life (2001) is a groundbreaking cinematic experience that pushes the limits of technology and creativity. Initially filmed and edited as live-action, the movie underwent a meticulous transformation where each frame was digitally "painted" by a team of over 30...

Direction Antoine Fuqua

Cast Denzel Washington · Ethan Hawke · Scott Glenn · Tom Berenger

Synopsis Training Day (2001) follows the journey of Jake Hoyt, portrayed by Ethan Hawke, a dedicated rookie officer eager to secure his place as a detective. His chance comes when he is paired with Alonzo Harris, a seasoned undercover officer played...

Direction Rob Coldstream

Cast Ethan Hawke

Synopsis Vietnam: The War That Changed America (2025) is a profound documentary series spanning 6 episodes, commemorating the 50th anniversary of the fall of Saigon and the conclusion of the Vietnam War. This compelling production delves into the personal stories of...

Direction Richard Linklater

Cast Ethan Hawke · Julie Delpy · Andrea Eckert · Hanno Pöschl

Synopsis Before Sunrise (1995) follows a young American man (Ethan Hawke) who, while journeying through Europe by train, encounters a charming French student (Julie Delpy). He persuades her to spend a day together in Vienna, allowing them to deepen their connection....

Direction Andrew Niccol

Cast Ethan Hawke · Uma Thurman · Jude Law · Loren Dean

Synopsis Gattaca (1997) is set in a future society where genetic engineering has become the norm, and individuals are evaluated based on their genetic potential. The story follows Vincent (Ethan Hawke), a man born with a heart condition, who aspires to...

Direction Richard Linklater

Cast Ethan Hawke · Julie Delpy · Vernon Dobtcheff · Rodolphe Pauly

Synopsis Before Sunset (2004) follows the reunion of Jesse and Celine, two individuals who initially crossed paths in Vienna and shared an unforgettable night exploring the city's deserted streets. Nearly a decade later, fate brings them together again, this time in...

Direction Richard Linklater

Cast Julie Delpy · Ethan Hawke · Seamus Davey-Fitzpatrick · Jennifer Prior

Synopsis Before Midnight (2013) is the third installment in Richard Linklater's romantic drama series, set in Greece nine years after the events of the previous film. The story revolves around Celine (Julie Delpy) and Jesse (Ethan Hawke), who are now parents...

Direction Richard Linklater

Cast Ellar Coltrane · Patricia Arquette · Ethan Hawke · Lorelei Linklater

Synopsis Boyhood (2014) is a cinematic journey captured over a span of 12 years (in 39 shooting days from 2002 to 2013) with the same cast, offering a unique perspective on the experience of growing up through the eyes of a...

Direction Andrew Niccol

Cast Nicolas Cage · Ethan Hawke · Bridget Moynahan · Jared Leto

Synopsis Lord of War (2005) is an intense action-adventure narrative that chronicles the international escapades of Yuri Orlov, a cunning arms dealer portrayed by NICOLAS CAGE. Navigating through some of the world's most perilous conflict zones, Yuri must outmaneuver a tenacious...

Direction Aisling Walsh

Cast Ethan Hawke · Sally Hawkins · Kari Matchett · Gabrielle Rose

Synopsis Maudie (2016) follows the inspiring journey of a woman from Nova Scotia who, despite her physical challenges, finds solace and expression through her artistic talents. Initially employed as a domestic helper, she gradually refines her painting abilities, ultimately earning the...

Direction Sidney Lumet

Cast Philip Seymour Hoffman · Ethan Hawke · Albert Finney · Marisa Tomei

Synopsis Before the Devil Knows You're Dead (2007) is a gripping suspense thriller that delves into the complexities of a family torn apart by their own actions. The story revolves around Andy, an overburdened broker portrayed by Oscar-winner Philip Seymour Hoffman,...

Direction Robert Redford

Cast Ralph Fiennes · Rob Morrow · John Turturro · Paul Scofield

Synopsis Quiz Show (1994) is a highly regarded drama directed by Robert Redford that delves into the real-life controversy surrounding the quiz show scandal of 1959. The narrative centers around Herbert Stempel (John Turturro), a discontented former champion who initiates a...

Direction Frank Marshall

Cast Ethan Hawke · Vincent Spano · Bruce Ramsay · John Malkovich

Synopsis Alive! (1993) is a tense drama inspired by actual events. In October 1972, a flight carrying a Uruguayan rugby squad goes down in the icy Andes Mountains. Upon impact, numerous passengers perish, but the majority endure the crash—with limited supplies...

Direction Ethan Hawke · Mark Richard · Albert Hughes · Haifaa Al-Mansour

Cast Ethan Hawke · Joshua Caleb Johnson · Beau Knapp · Mo Brings Plenty

Synopsis The Good Lord Bird (TV Miniseries) (2020) is a captivating 7-episode limited series starring Ethan Hawke as the renowned abolitionist John Brown. Adapted from the National Book Award-winning novel, the narrative unfolds through the eyes of "Onion," a fictional enslaved...

Direction Richard Linklater

Cast Ethan Hawke · Robert Sean Leonard · Uma Thurman

Synopsis Tape (2001) unfolds within the confines of Room 19 at a rundown motel in Lansing, Michigan, where Vince, a volatile and sociable drug dealer, has invited his old high school buddy Jon, a documentary filmmaker. The two men spend their...

Direction Robert Eggers

Cast Alexander Skarsgård · Nicole Kidman · Anya Taylor-Joy · Claes Bang

Synopsis The Northman (2022) is a gripping tale set in the rugged landscapes of Iceland during the tumultuous 10th century. The narrative delves into the relentless pursuit of vengeance by a Viking prince, who embarks on a perilous journey to avenge...

Direction Robert Budreau

Cast Ethan Hawke · Carmen Ejogo · Callum Keith Rennie · Stephen McHattie

Synopsis Born to Be Blue (2015) is a captivating reimagining of the life of jazz legend Chet Baker, set in the vibrant 1960s. The film, featuring Ethan Hawke, delves into the tumultuous journey of the iconic trumpeter as he navigates the...

Direction Louis Black · Karen Bernstein

Cast Richard Linklater · Patricia Arquette · Jack Black · Sandra Adair

Synopsis Richard Linklater: Dream Is Destiny (2016) offers an intimate exploration of the life and career of renowned filmmaker Richard Linklater, celebrated for his iconic works such as "Boyhood," "Before Sunrise," and "Dazed and Confused." Directed and produced by Louis Black,...

Direction Michael Spierig · Peter Spierig · The Spierig Brothers

Cast Ethan Hawke · Sarah Snook · Noah Taylor · Elise Jansen

Synopsis Predestination (2014) follows a temporal operative who journeys through time to apprehend a notorious criminal, the "Fizzle Bomber." After successfully preventing a bombing but sustaining severe injuries, the operative's target manages to flee. The operative then leaps forward to the...