Direction: Milos Forman

The best movies, series, and documentaries directed by Milos Forman. Explore exceptional titles that showcase a unique filmmaking vision.


One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest

1975 · Movie · 133 min. · United States

Direction Milos Forman

Cast Jack Nicholson · Louise Fletcher · Brad Dourif · William Redfield

Synopsis One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest (1975) follows the story of a rebellious criminal, Randle Patrick McMurphy, played by Jack Nicholson, who feigns mental illness to escape the rigors of prison labor. However, his new environment at a psychiatric hospital...

8.3

109K votes

8.3

109K votes

Amadeus

1984 · Movie · 158 min. · United States

Direction Milos Forman

Cast Tom Hulce · F. Murray Abraham · Elizabeth Berridge · Simon Callow

Synopsis Amadeus (1984) unfolds in the opulent setting of 18th-century Austria, where an aged man, the obscure composer Antonio Salieri (F. Murray Abraham), is discovered by his servant with a self-inflicted throat wound. Salieri, a contemporary and rival of the now-celebrated...

7.7

76K votes

7.7

76K votes

Hair

1979 · Movie · 121 min. · United States

Direction Milos Forman

Cast John Savage · Treat Williams · Beverly D'Angelo · Annie Golden

Synopsis Hair (1979) follows the journey of a young man drafted into the Vietnam War who crosses paths with a group of free-spirited, long-haired hippies en route to his military induction. These new acquaintances expose him to a world filled with...

7.1

13K votes

7.1

13K votes

Ragtime

1981 · Movie · 155 min. · United States

Direction Milos Forman

Cast Howard E. Rollins Jr. · Moses Gunn · James Cagney · Brad Dourif

Synopsis Ragtime (1981) weaves a complex narrative inspired by E.L. Doctorow's celebrated novel, focusing on four distinct New York families at the dawn of the 20th century. Each family represents a different facet of American society during this transformative era, shedding...

7.0

2K votes

7.0

2K votes

Loves of a Blonde

1965 · Movie · 82 min. · Czechoslovakia

Direction Milos Forman

Cast Hana Brejchová · Vladimir Pucholt · Vladimir Mensik · Jirí Hruby

Synopsis Loves of a Blonde (1965) unfolds in a small Czech town where a factory supervisor, aiming to uplift the spirits of his female employees who have been isolated from their male counterparts due to conscription, strikes a deal with the...

7.0

923 votes

7.0

923 votes

Man on the Moon

1999 · Movie · 118 min. · United States

Direction Milos Forman

Cast Jim Carrey · Danny DeVito · Courtney Love · Jim Ross

Synopsis Man on the Moon (1999) is a biographical film that delves into the life of the late comedian Andy Kaufman. Kaufman gained significant fame not only for his role on the television show "Taxi" but also for his self-proclaimed title...

6.9

22K votes

6.9

22K votes

Valmont

1989 · Movie · 137 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Milos Forman

Cast Colin Firth · Annette Bening · Meg Tilly · Fairuza Balk

Synopsis Valmont (1989) unfolds in the opulent backdrop of Baroque France, where a cunning widow and her paramour engage in a wager centered around the moral downfall of a newlywed woman. The paramour, Valmont, takes on the challenge to seduce the...

6.6

4K votes

6.6

4K votes

The Firemen's Ball

1967 · Movie · 71 min. · Czechoslovakia

Direction Milos Forman

Cast Jan Vostrcil · Josef Kolb · Frantisek Debelka · Josef Sebanek

Synopsis The Firemen's Ball (1967) follows the preparations and events of a celebratory gathering honoring an aging firefighter. The narrative unfolds as the local fire brigade organizes a festive birthday party, capturing the camaraderie and community spirit among the firefighters. The...

6.6

683 votes

6.6

683 votes

Taking Off

1971 · Movie · 93 min. · United States

6.5

228 votes

6.5

228 votes

The People vs. Larry Flynt

1996 · Movie · 130 min. · United States

Direction Milos Forman

Cast Woody Harrelson · Courtney Love · Edward Norton · Crispin Glover

Synopsis The People vs. Larry Flynt (1996) follows the life of Larry Flynt, portrayed by Woody Harrelson in a standout performance, as he navigates the controversial world of adult entertainment. Born in the rural Appalachian region, Flynt's early life is marked...

6.5

14K votes

6.5

14K votes

Visions of Eight

1973 · Documentary · 110 min. · United States

Direction Jim Clark · Milos Forman · Kon Ichikawa · Claude Lelouch

Synopsis Visions of Eight (1973) is a unique documentary that captures the essence of the 1972 Summer Olympics in Munich through the lenses of eight renowned film directors. The directors involved are Milos Forman, Yuri Ozerov, Mai Zetterling, Arthur Penn, Michael...

6.3

22 votes

6.3

22 votes

Goya's Ghosts

2006 · Movie · 118 min. · United States

Direction Milos Forman

Cast Javier Bardem · Natalie Portman · Stellan Skarsgard · Randy Quaid

Synopsis Goya's Ghosts (2006) delves into the tumultuous period of the late Spanish Inquisition, focusing on the clash between renowned artist Francisco De Goya and the oppressive religious institution. Stellan Skarsgard portrays the iconic painter, a pioneer of Modern Art, while...

5.8

6K votes

5.8

6K votes

I Miss Sonia Henie (S)

1971 · Movie · 20 min. · Yugoslavia

Direction Karpo Acimovic-Godina · Tinto Brass · Mladomir 'Purisa' Djordjevic · Milos Forman

Cast Brooke Hayward · Branko Milicevic · Catherine Rouvel · Dobrila Stojnic

Synopsis I Miss Sonia Henie (S) (1971) is a unique omnibus film assembled by Karpo Godina, featuring a collection of short films directed by notable filmmakers including Tinto Brass, Milos Forman, Buck Henry, Dusan Makavejev, Paul Morrissey, and Frederick Wiseman. Each...

4.1

107 votes

4.1

107 votes

A Walk Worthwhile

2009 · Movie · 85 min. · Czech Republic

Direction Milos Forman · Petr Forman

Cast Petr Stach · Dagmar Zázvurková · Petr Písa · Jirí Suchý

Synopsis A Walk Worthwhile (2009) follows the tumultuous journey of a young couple, Uli and Vanilla, who find themselves at a crossroads in their relationship. As they grapple with the decision to part ways, their path is complicated by intense desires...

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If It Weren't for Music

1964 · Documentary · 33 min. · Czechoslovakia

Direction Milos Forman

Cast Jan Vostrcil · Frantisek Zeman · Vladimir Pucholt · Vaclav Blumenfeld

Synopsis If It Weren't for Music (1964) offers a glimpse into the everyday lives of people in the Czech countryside, focusing on their passion for amateur music. This documentary serves as a precursor to notable films like Milos Forman's "Loves of...

Not rated

Not rated