Direction: Bill Karn

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


Gang Busters

1955 · Movie · 74 min. · United States

Direction Bill Karn

Cast Myron Healey · Don C. Harvey · Sam Edwards · Frank Gerstle

Synopsis Gang Busters (1955) follows the relentless pursuit of a seasoned criminal who continually escapes from Oregon State Prison, managing to evade law enforcement for extended durations.

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Direction Bill Karn

Cast Lurene Tuttle · Tristram Coffin · Paul Dubov · Nelson Leigh

Synopsis Ma Barker's Killer Brood (1960) presents a gripping account of the notorious Ma Barker's Gang during the tumultuous 1930s. The film delves into the criminal exploits and lawless activities of the infamous family, offering a thrilling narrative that captures the...

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Five Minutes to Live

1961 · Movie · 80 min. · United States

Direction Bill Karn

Cast Johnny Cash · Donald Woods · Cay Forrester · Vic Tayback

Synopsis Five Minutes to Live (1961) follows the story of Johnny Cash as the ruthless criminal Johnny Cabot. His accomplice, Fred Dorella, devises an intricate plan for a bank heist after meticulously observing the routines of the bank's vice president, Ken...

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Guns Don't Argue

1957 · Movie · 92 min. · United States

Direction Richard C. Kahn · Bill Karn

Cast Myron Healey · Jean Harvey · Paul Dubov · Sam Edwards

Synopsis Guns Don't Argue (1957) is a cinematic compilation that brings together three re-edited episodes from the 1952 television series, Gangbusters, and presents them as a feature film. This movie, released in 1957, follows a similar format to Gang Busters (1954)....

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Direction John Brahm · Roy Kellino · Ted Post · Jus Addiss

Cast Irene Dunne · Arthur Franz · Lee Van Cleef · John Doucette

Synopsis Schlitz Playhouse of Stars (TV Series) (1951) aired from 1951 to 1959, spanning 8 seasons and 363 episodes. This show was an anthology series, presenting a variety of standalone stories and dramas in each episode.

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