Direction: Chris Columbus

Direction Chris Columbus

Cast Rosario Dawson · Taye Diggs · Jesse L. Martin · Idina Menzel

Synopsis Rent (2005) is a cinematic rendition of Jonathan Larson's celebrated rock opera, which won both the Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award. The narrative unfolds over a year in the lives of a group of bohemians navigating the challenges of contemporary...

Direction Chris Columbus

Cast Daniel Radcliffe · Rupert Grint · Emma Watson · Robbie Coltrane

Synopsis Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (2001) follows the journey of Harry Potter, who has endured a miserable life with his cruel relatives, the Dursleys. On his eleventh birthday, Harry's life takes a dramatic turn when he discovers he is...

Direction Chris Columbus

Cast Daniel Radcliffe · Rupert Grint · Emma Watson · Kenneth Branagh

Synopsis Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (2002) follows the young wizard, Harry Potter, as he embarks on his second year at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. A mysterious house-elf named Dobby appears, urging Harry not to return to...

Direction Chris Columbus

Cast Julia Roberts · Susan Sarandon · Ed Harris · Jena Malone

Synopsis Stepmom (1998) follows the story of Anna and Ben, two children navigating the complexities of their parents' divorce and their father Luke's new relationship with Isabel, a successful photographer. Isabel strives to create a welcoming environment for the kids when...

Direction Chris Columbus

Cast Elisabeth Shue · Maia Brewton · Keith Coogan · Anthony Rapp

Synopsis Adventures in Babysitting (1987) follows a young woman whose evening of babysitting takes an unforeseen turn into a thrilling escapade. Chris Parker (Elisabeth Shue), a high school student, initially plans to spend her night out with her boyfriend (Bradley Whitford)....

Direction Chris Columbus

Cast Robin Williams · Sam Neill · Embeth Davidtz · Wendy Crewson

Synopsis Bicentennial Man (1999) chronicles the extraordinary journey of a sentient android, initially acquired by the Martin family as a domestic helper designed for basic chores. However, within a short period, the Martins discover that their new acquisition is far from...

Direction Chris Columbus

Cast Macaulay Culkin · Joe Pesci · Daniel Stern · John Heard

Synopsis Home Alone (1990) follows the tale of a young boy, Kevin McAllister, who finds himself in a situation that seems like a dream come true. He wakes up to discover that his entire family has vanished, leaving him alone in...

Direction Chris Columbus

Cast Robin Williams · Sally Field · Pierce Brosnan · Mara Wilson

Synopsis Mrs. Doubtfire (1993) follows the story of a talented but jobless actor who faces a significant setback when his wife files for divorce and he loses custody of their children. Determined to maintain a presence in his kids' lives, the...

Direction Chris Columbus

Cast Macaulay Culkin · Joe Pesci · Daniel Stern · John Heard

Synopsis Home Alone 2: Lost in New York (1992) follows the adventures of young Kevin McCallister (Macaulay Culkin), who finds himself separated from his family once again. This time, Kevin mistakenly boards the wrong flight and lands in the bustling city...

Direction Chris Columbus

Cast Logan Lerman · Brandon T. Jackson · Alexandra Daddario · Pierce Brosnan

Synopsis Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief (2010) follows the journey of Percy Jackson, a seemingly ordinary teenager grappling with dyslexia and ADHD. During a school trip to a museum, his life takes a dramatic turn when his teacher,...

Direction Chris Columbus

Cast David Keith · Tuesday Weld · Charlie Schlatter · Angela Goethals

Synopsis Heartbreak Hotel (1988) follows the story of a young teenager who aspires to form a band at his school. His mother, a devoted admirer of Elvis Presley, is involved in a serious car accident. In a misguided attempt to cheer...

Direction Chris Columbus

Cast Kurt Russell · Goldie Hawn · Kimberly Williams-Paisley · Patrick Gallagher

Synopsis The Christmas Chronicles 2 (2020) follows the journey of Kate Pierce, a now-skeptical teenager, as she crosses paths once again with the jolly old Saint Nick. This time, a shadowy figure emerges, determined to put an end to the holiday...

Direction Chris Columbus

Cast Hugh Grant · Julianne Moore · Tom Arnold · Joan Cusack

Synopsis Nine Months (1995) follows the story of Samuel Faulkner, a child psychologist portrayed by Hugh Grant, who is in a seemingly perfect relationship with ballet instructor Rebecca Taylor, played by Julianne Moore. Rebecca begins to contemplate the idea of marriage...

Direction Chris Columbus

Cast John Candy · Ally Sheedy · Maureen O'Hara · Anthony Quinn

Synopsis Only the Lonely (1991) follows the story of a dedicated Chicago police officer who finds himself torn between his deep-seated loyalty to his domineering mother and his budding romance with a reserved employee at a local funeral home. As he...

Direction Chris Columbus

Cast Adam Sandler · Michelle Monaghan · Peter Dinklage · Kevin James

Synopsis Pixels (2015) presents a thrilling scenario where extraterrestrial beings misread vintage arcade game footage as a hostile act, prompting them to launch an invasion of Earth. The aliens employ strategies modeled after these classic games, forcing President Will Cooper to...

Direction Chris Columbus

Cast Hayden Panettiere · Samm Levine · Paul Rust · Alan Ruck

Synopsis I Love You, Beth Cooper (2009) follows the journey of a socially awkward high school valedictorian, played by Paul Rust, who confesses his deep affection for the school's most sought-after and stunning student, Beth Cooper, portrayed by Hayden Panettiere, during...

Direction Chris Columbus · Toshiyuki Hiruma · Sam Nicholson · Hiroshi Ishiodori

Synopsis Galaxy High School (TV Series) (1986) follows the interstellar adventures of Doyle and Aimee, two ordinary Earth teenagers selected for an extraordinary educational experience. Aimee, the top student, and Doyle, the underachiever, find themselves enrolled in a high school located...

Direction Chris Columbus

Cast Jay Mohr · Marlowe Peyton · Marianne Chambers · Tom Choi

Synopsis Applebaum (TV) (2012) follows the journey of a former public defender who, after transitioning into a stay-at-home mom, seeks to reignite her passion and excitement by taking on the role of a private investigator. This dramatic series delves into her...