Direction: Robert E. Collins

The best movies, series, and documentaries directed by Robert E. Collins. Explore exceptional titles that showcase a unique filmmaking vision.


Direction Robert E. Collins · Alvin Ganzer · John Newland · Barry Shear

Cast Angie Dickinson · Earl Holliman · Charles Dierkop · Ed Bernard

Synopsis Police Woman (TV Series) (1974) aired from 1974 to 1978, spanning 4 seasons and 91 episodes. The series centers around Sgt. Suzanne “Pepper” Anderson (Angie Dickinson), an undercover police officer dedicated to the Los Angeles Police Department. Sgt. William “Bill”...

5.8

120 votes

5.8

120 votes

Savage Harvest

1981 · Movie · 87 min. · United States

Direction Robert E. Collins

Cast Tom Skerritt · Michelle Phillips · Shawn Stevens · Anne-Marie Martin

Synopsis Savage Harvest (1981) follows the harrowing tale of a family residing in the heart of Africa who suddenly find themselves in the crosshairs of a formidable pride of lions. The film delves into the raw and unfiltered struggle for survival...

4.6

66 votes

4.6

66 votes

Direction Robert E. Collins

Cast Karl Malden · Lee Grant · Vera Miles · E.G. Marshall

Synopsis The Hijacking of the Achille Lauro (1989) is a gripping drama that delves into the harrowing events of the 1985 seizure of the cruise ship "Achille Lauro" by a group of Arab extremists. The film meticulously portrays the tense and...

4.6

25 votes

4.6

25 votes

Gideon's Trumpet (TV)

1980 · Movie · 104 min. · United States

Direction Robert E. Collins

Cast Henry Fonda · José Ferrer · John Houseman · Fay Wray

Synopsis Gideon's Trumpet (TV) (1980) chronicles the compelling true story of Clarence Gideon, a man determined to secure his right to legal representation at the state's expense. This gripping narrative follows Gideon's relentless battle through the legal system, culminating in a...

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Direction Robert E. Collins

Cast Steve Peck · Deborah Carney · Ted Danson · Christopher Mayer

Synopsis Our Family Business (TV) (1981) centers around a powerful crime syndicate leader, portrayed by Sam Wanamaker, who is oblivious to the fact that his eldest son, Gep, played by Ted Danson, has been secretly providing information to the police in...

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Direction Joseph Wambaugh · Virgil W. Vogel · Barry Crane · Michael O'Herlihy

Cast Scott Brady · Don Meredith · Joe Santos · Mel Scott

Synopsis Police Story (TV Series) (1973) is a timeless anthology series that delves into the personal lives of the dedicated officers serving in the Los Angeles Police Department. The narrative spans a wide spectrum of emotions, from deeply dramatic to hilariously...

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Walk Proud

1979 · Movie · 102 min. · United States

Direction Robert E. Collins

Cast Robby Benson · Sarah Holcomb · Henry Darrow · Pepe Serna

Synopsis Walk Proud (1979) follows the journey of a young Chicano gang member navigating the streets of Los Angeles. As he delves deeper into the gang lifestyle, he begins to question his choices and the true path he wants to pursue....

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Direction Jud Taylor · Robert E. Collins · Jeffrey Hayden · Leonard Horn

Cast David Hartman · E.G. Marshall · John Saxon · Robert Walden

Synopsis The Bold Ones: The New Doctors (TV Series) (1969) follows the story of Dr. Benjamin Craig, a highly accomplished neurosurgeon who leveraged his fame and expertise to establish 'The David Craig Institute of New Medicine,' an elite medical facility. At...

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Direction Ralph Senensky · George McCowan · Harvey Hart · Gene Nelson

Cast Burt Reynolds · Norman Fell · Ned Romero · Richard Anderson

Synopsis Dan August (TV Series) (1970) follows the life and work of Lieutenant Dan August, a seasoned homicide detective based in his native city of Santa Luisa, California. Alongside his trusted partner, Sergeant Wilentz, August navigates complex cases that often intersect...

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J. Edgar Hoover (TV)

1987 · Movie · 108 min. · United States

Direction Robert E. Collins

Cast Treat Williams · Joe Regalbuto · Walker Edmiston · John McLiam

Synopsis J. Edgar Hoover (TV) (1987) chronicles the life and career of the enigmatic figure who shaped the FBI into a formidable investigative force. The narrative delves into Hoover's tumultuous relationships with influential figures such as the Kennedys and Martin Luther...

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Money on the Side (TV)

1982 · Movie · 100 min. · United States

Direction Robert E. Collins

Cast Karen Valentine · Jamie Lee Curtis · Linda Purl · Christopher Lloyd

Synopsis Money on the Side (TV) (1982) follows the story of three ordinary housewives from the middle class who find themselves in a financial bind. In a desperate attempt to alleviate their money troubles, they make the drastic decision to become...

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Serpico (TV Series)

1976 · Series · 60 min. · United States

Direction David Moessinger · Steven Hilliard Stern · Reza Badiyi · Michael Caffey

Cast David Birney · Tom Atkins · Nick Corello · Richard Forojny

Synopsis Serpico (TV Series) (1976) follows the story of Frank Serpico, a rebellious New York City detective known for his unconventional methods and commitment to justice. After exposing numerous corrupt officers and surviving a near-fatal shooting, Serpico frequently goes undercover to...

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Direction Robert E. Collins

Cast Jaclyn Smith · John Spencer · Nina Foch · Gerald S. O'Loughlin

Synopsis In the Arms of a Killer (TV) (1992) follows the journey of a novice detective who becomes deeply entangled in a gruesome murder case. As she delves into the investigation, she uncovers a shocking revelation: her romantic partner is the...

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