Direction: J. Michael Riva

The best movies, series, and documentaries directed by J. Michael Riva. Explore exceptional titles that showcase a unique filmmaking vision.


Amazing Stories (TV Series)

1985 · Series · 25 min. · United States

Direction Steven Spielberg · Lesli Linka Glatter · Phil Joanou · Paul Bartel

Cast Priscilla Pointer · Brad Bird · Douglas Seale · JoAnn Willette

Synopsis Amazing Stories (TV Series) (1985), created by Steven Spielberg, is an anthology series that brings to life a collection of extraordinary tales spanning genres like fantasy, sci-fi, horror, and adventure. Each standalone episode explores unique, imaginative narratives—from a man escaping...

6.9

6K votes

6.9

6K votes

Tales from the Crypt (TV Series)

1989 · Series · 30 min. · United States

Direction Steven Dodd · Russell Mulcahy · Elliot Silverstein · Robert Zemeckis

Cast John Kassir · Roy Brocksmith · Miguel Ferrer · Larry Drake

Synopsis TV Series (1989-1996). 7 Seasons. 93 Episodes. Based on the legendary and gruesome 1950's EC Comics from publisher, William M. Gaines, this horror anthology featured stories of murder, greed, lust, gore and the supernatural, with touches of humor sprinkled throughout,...

6.5

6K votes

6.5

6K votes

Direction J. Michael Riva

Cast Larry Drake · Grace Zabriskie · Mike Simmrin · Georgann Johnson

Synopsis Orphan boy Theodore is adopted by the Colberts, who are an eccentric rich couple with a very dark secret. They aren't the only ones.

5.3

61 votes

5.3

61 votes

Direction J. Michael Riva

Cast Jeffrey Jones · Katherine Borowitz · Gregory Wagrowski · Aaron Seville

Synopsis Applying experiments with chimps to himself, a dying scientist transfers his mind into a computer. But his unique survival after physical death brings unexpected heartaches.

5.3

195 votes

5.3

195 votes