Direction: Ken Olin

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


Freaks and Geeks (TV Series)

1999 · Series · 44 min. · United States

Direction Paul Feig · Jake Kasdan · Judd Apatow · Bryan Gordon

Cast Linda Cardellini · James Franco · Seth Rogen · Jason Segel

Synopsis Freaks and Geeks (TV Series) (1999) is a coming-of-age drama that aired from 1999 to 2000, spanning one season with 18 episodes. Set in the 1980s at McKinley High, the series explores the lives of two distinct groups of teenagers:...

8.0

7K votes

8.0

7K votes

This Is Us (TV Series)

2016 · Series · 60 min. · United States

Direction Dan Fogelman · Glenn Ficarra · John Requa · Silas Howard

Cast Mandy Moore · Milo Ventimiglia · Chrissy Metz · Justin Hartley

Synopsis This Is Us (TV Series) (2016) is a heartwarming and emotional drama that spans multiple decades, focusing on the Pearson family and their interconnected lives. The story begins with the birth of triplets to Rebecca (Mandy Moore) and Jack (Milo...

7.7

6K votes

7.7

6K votes

The West Wing (TV Series)

1999 · Series · 40 min. · United States

Direction Aaron Sorkin · Alex Graves · Christopher Misiano · Thomas Schlamme

Cast Martin Sheen · Allison Janney · John Spencer · Bradley Whitford

Synopsis The West Wing (TV Series) (1999) is a political drama that aired from 1999 to 2006, spanning 7 seasons and 155 episodes. The narrative unfolds as the intellectual Democrat Josiah "Jed" Bartlet ascends to the U.S. presidency and assembles his...

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7.0

13K votes

7.0

13K votes

Direction Frank Spotnitz · Daniel Percival · Karyn Kusama · Brad Anderson

Cast Luke Kleintank · Arnold Chun · Alexa Davalos · Bernhard Forcher

Synopsis The Man in the High Castle (TV Series) (2015) delves into an alternate history where the Axis powers emerged victorious in World War II, leading to a divided United States governed by Japan and Germany. This gripping series, adapted from...

6.7

6K votes

6.7

6K votes

In Pursuit of Honor (TV)

1995 · Movie · 110 min. · United States

Direction Ken Olin

Cast Don Johnson · Craig Sheffer · Gabrielle Anwar · Bob Gunton

Synopsis In Pursuit of Honor (TV) (1995) follows a squad of cavalry soldiers who deliberately disobey a command to eliminate hundreds of army horses. Their act of insubordination leads to a relentless pursuit by military authorities. However, the stakes escalate as...

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6.4

44 votes

6.4

44 votes

Alias (TV Series)

2001 · Series · 60 min. · United States

Direction J.J. Abrams · Ken Olin · Lawrence Trilling · Jack Bender

Cast Jennifer Garner · Ron Rifkin · Michael Vartan · Bradley Cooper

Synopsis Alias (TV Series) (2001) is a thrilling espionage drama that aired from 2001 to 2006, spanning 5 seasons and 105 episodes. The story revolves around Sydney Bristow, portrayed by Jennifer Garner, a young and athletic college graduate who is recruited...

6.1

19K votes

6.1

19K votes

Thirtysomething (TV Series)

1987 · Series · 45 min. · United States

Direction Edward Zwick · Marshall Herskovitz · Scott Winant · Ron Lagomarsino

Cast Timothy Busfield · Polly Draper · Mel Harris · Peter Horton

Synopsis Thirtysomething (TV Series) (1987) is a television series that aired from 1987 to 1991, spanning 4 seasons and 85 episodes. The show delves into the lives of Hope and Michael, a married couple in their thirties residing in Philadelphia, as...

6.1

2K votes

6.1

2K votes

Eli Stone (TV Series)

2008 · Series · 45 min. · United States

Direction Greg Berlanti · Marc Guggenheim · David Petrarca · Perry Lang

Cast Jonny Lee Miller · Natasha Henstridge · Loretta Devine · Matt Letscher

Synopsis Eli Stone (TV Series) (2008) follows the journey of a San Francisco attorney named Eli Stone who starts experiencing vivid hallucinations. These visions prompt him to undergo medical tests, revealing a brain aneurysm. Intriguingly, his hallucinations also guide him to...

6.1

909 votes

6.1

909 votes

Brothers & Sisters (TV Series)

2006 · Series · 40 min. · United States

Direction Jon Robin Baitz · Ken Olin · Michael Morris · Michael Schultz

Cast Calista Flockhart · Sally Field · Rachel Griffiths · Dave Annable

Synopsis Brothers & Sisters (TV Series) (2006) is an engaging, hour-long primetime drama series produced by executive producers Ken Olin and playwright Jon Robin Baitz, focusing on the intricate lives of the Walker family based in California. The show delves into...

6.1

12K votes

6.1

12K votes

The Slap (TV Miniseries)

2015 · Series · 42 min. · United States

Direction Jon Robin Baitz · Walter F. Parkes · Lisa Cholodenko · Ken Olin

Cast Brian Cox · Melissa George · Thandie Newton · Zachary Quinto

Synopsis The Slap (TV Miniseries) (2015) is an eight-episode family drama that unfolds from a single, seemingly innocuous event: a man striking another couple's unruly child. This minor incident escalates into a major conflict, tearing the family apart and revealing deeply...

5.8

142 votes

5.8

142 votes

Doing Time on Maple Drive (TV)

1992 · Movie · 92 min. · United States

Direction Ken Olin

Cast James B. Sikking · Bibi Besch · William McNamara · Jim Carrey

Synopsis Doing Time on Maple Drive (TV) (1992) centers around the Carter family, who appear to have a perfect life on the surface. Phil Carter (Sikking), the patriarch, is a prosperous local restaurateur, married to Lisa (Besch) for many years. Their...

5.8

21 votes

5.8

21 votes

Tracker

2024 · Series · 60 min. · United States

Direction Ken Olin

Cast Justin Hartley · Mary McDonnell · Lee Tergesen · Eric Graise

Synopsis Tracker (2024) follows the journey of a solitary survival expert, Colter Shaw, who travels across the nation as a "reward seeker." Utilizing his exceptional tracking abilities, he assists both private individuals and law enforcement in unraveling a wide array of...

5.4

199 votes

5.4

199 votes

Sleepy Hollow (TV Series)

2013 · Series · 45 min. · United States

Direction Phillip Iscove · Alex Kurtzman · Roberto Orci · Len Wiseman

Cast Tom Mison · Lyndie Greenwood · Nicole Beharie · Orlando Jones

Synopsis Sleepy Hollow (TV Series) (2013) spans four seasons and 62 episodes, starting in 1781 with Ichabod Crane (Tom Mison), a Colonial Army soldier on a mission for General George Washington. During a battle, Crane decapitates the Hessian soldier, the Headless...

5.3

2K votes

5.3

2K votes

The Mob Doctor (TV Series)

2012 · Series · 42 min. · United States

Direction Josh Berman · Rob Wright · Michael Dinner · Ken Olin

Cast Jordana Spiro · William Forsythe · Floriana Lima · Zach Gilford

Synopsis The Mob Doctor (TV Series) (2012) follows the gripping tale of a talented thoracic surgeon who finds herself entangled with the South Chicago mafia. As she navigates her demanding full-time job at Chicago's leading hospital, she is compelled to secretly...

5.1

115 votes

5.1

115 votes

Felicity (TV Series)

1998 · Series · 40 min. · United States

Direction Matt Reeves · J.J. Abrams · Lawrence Trilling · Harry Winer

Cast Keri Russell · Scott Speedman · Scott Foley · Tangi Miller

Synopsis Felicity (TV Series) (1998) is a coming-of-age drama that aired from 1998 to 2002, spanning 4 seasons and 84 episodes. The story kicks off when the introverted and charming Felicity Porter (Keri Russell) asks Ben Covington (Scott Speedman) to sign...

4.9

23K votes

4.9

23K votes

The Arrangement (TV Series)

2017 · Series · 60 min. · United States

Direction Jonathan Abrahams · Jonas Pate · Elizabeth Allen Rosenbaum · Carol Banker

Cast Josh Henderson · Christine Evangelista · Lexa Doig · Michael Vartan

Synopsis The Arrangement (TV Series) (2017) follows the story of aspiring actress Megan Morrison, portrayed by Christine Evangelista, who lands a coveted role opposite the charismatic and sought-after actor Kyle West, played by Josh Henderson. After a seemingly perfect first date,...

4.8

97 votes

4.8

97 votes

Grand Hotel (TV Series)

2019 · Series · 43 min. · United States

Direction Brian Tanen · Bill D'Elia · Marisol Adler · Barbara Brown

Cast Demian Bichir · Roselyn Sanchez · Denyse Tontz · Bryan Craig

Synopsis Grand Hotel (TV Series) (2019) delves into the intricate lives of individuals employed at a family-owned hotel situated in the vibrant Miami Beach. The series, comprising 13 episodes, offers a captivating blend of drama and intrigue as it explores the...

4.7

85 votes

4.7

85 votes

Direction Ken Olin

Cast Scott Bairstow · Charmaine Craig · Alfred Molina · Geoffrey Lewis

Synopsis White Fang 2: Myth of the White Wolf (1994) is a sequel to Disney's 1991 adaptation of Jack London's story, featuring a unique narrative that diverges significantly from the original tale. The film centers around Jack Conroy (Ethan Hawke), the...

4.0

1K votes

4.0

1K votes

3.8

140 votes

L.A. Doctors (TV Series)

1998 · Series · 60 min. · United States

Direction John Lee Hancock · Joe Napolitano · Scott Brazil · David Carson

Cast Ken Olin · Matt Craven · Rick Roberts · Sheryl Lee

Synopsis L.A. Doctors (TV Series) (1998) follows the lives of four medical professionals who operate a prestigious medical practice in the heart of Los Angeles. This engaging drama delves deeply into the complexities and challenges faced by the U.S. healthcare system,...

3.8

59 votes

3.8

59 votes