Direction: Paul Verhoeven
The best movies, series, and documentaries directed by Paul Verhoeven. Explore exceptional titles that showcase a unique filmmaking vision.
Titles found: 27
Black Book
2006 · Movie · 135 min. · Netherlands
Direction Paul Verhoeven
Cast Carice van Houten · Thom Hoffman · Halina Reijn · Sebastian Koch
Synopsis Black Book (2006) follows the gripping tale of Rachel (Carice Van Houten), a talented Jewish singer living in the Netherlands during the tumultuous final days of World War II. As the conflict nears its end, Rachel becomes deeply involved in...
7.0
17K votes
7.0
17K votes
Total Recall
1990 · Movie · 109 min. · United States
Direction Paul Verhoeven
Cast Arnold Schwarzenegger · Sharon Stone · Michael Ironside · Rachel Ticotin
Synopsis Total Recall (1990) is set in a futuristic 2084 where Doug Quaid, a humble construction worker, seeks thrills through Rekall Inc. This company specializes in implanting artificial memories of exciting vacations. Quaid opts for a daring secret agent mission on...
6.8
70K votes
6.8
70K votes
Katie Tippel (Keetje Tippel)
1975 · Movie · 102 min. · Netherlands
Direction Paul Verhoeven
Cast Monique van de Ven · Rutger Hauer · Andrea Domburg · Hannah de Leeuwe
Synopsis Katie Tippel (Keetje Tippel) (1975) is a poignant period drama directed by Paul Verhoeven, known for his later work on "Showgirls," before his transition to Hollywood. Set in 19th-century Holland, the film is based on a true story about a...
6.8
327 votes
6.8
327 votes
The Fourth Man
1983 · Movie · 102 min. · Netherlands
Direction Paul Verhoeven
Cast Jeroen Krabbé · Renée Soutendijk · Thom Hoffman · Hans Veerman
Synopsis The Fourth Man (1983) follows the story of a struggling writer plagued by alcoholism who starts experiencing eerie visions that seem to foretell impending peril. Following a public speaking engagement, he becomes romantically involved with an audience member. As the...
6.7
2K votes
6.7
2K votes
Basic Instinct
1992 · Movie · 125 min. · United States
Direction Paul Verhoeven
Cast Michael Douglas · Sharon Stone · George Dzundza · Jeanne Tripplehorn
Synopsis Basic Instinct (1992) is a gripping and controversial erotic thriller that marked a pivotal moment in the career of screenwriter Joe Eszterhas. Under the direction of Paul Verhoeven, the film is a visually striking and thought-provoking exploration of obsession. Sharon...
6.5
67K votes
6.5
67K votes
Soldier of Orange
1977 · Movie · 165 min. · Netherlands
Direction Paul Verhoeven
Cast Rutger Hauer · Jeroen Krabbé · Susan Penhaligon · Edward Fox
6.5
903 votes
6.5
903 votes
Direction Paul Verhoeven
Cast Isabelle Huppert · Laurent Lafitte · Anne Consigny · Charles Berling
Synopsis Elle (2016) follows Michelle, the head of a prominent gaming software enterprise, who is brutally assaulted in her home by an unidentified attacker. Instead of allowing this traumatic event to disrupt her meticulously structured existence, Michelle maintains her composure and...
6.4
17K votes
6.4
17K votes
Direction Paul Verhoeven
Cast Virginie Efira · Charlotte Rampling · Daphne Patakia · Olivier Rabourdin
Synopsis Benedetta (2021) is set in 17th-century Italy, where a young woman named Benedetta Carlini joins the convent of Pescia in Tuscany. She asserts that she has the ability to perform miracles, a claim that has been with her since her...
6.3
4K votes
6.3
4K votes
Flesh and Blood
1985 · Movie · 126 min. · United States
Direction Paul Verhoeven
Cast Rutger Hauer · Jennifer Jason Leigh · Tom Burlinson · Jack Thompson
Synopsis Flesh and Blood (1985) is a medieval tale of conflict and retribution directed by Paul Verhoeven, known for its intense action and gritty realism. The narrative revolves around a 16th-century mercenary, portrayed by Rutger Hauer, who is enlisted by a...
6.3
5K votes
6.3
5K votes
Spetters
1980 · Movie · 120 min. · Netherlands
Direction Paul Verhoeven
Cast Hans van Tongeren · Renée Soutendijk · Toon Agterberg · Rutger Hauer
Synopsis Spetters (1980) is a Dutch film that emerged in the wake of the "Saturday Night Fever" phenomenon, focusing on the lives of three young men who are passionate amateur dirt-bike motorcycle racers. Each of these young men becomes enamored with...
6.2
316 votes
6.2
316 votes
Turkish Delight
1973 · Movie · 103 min. · Netherlands
Direction Paul Verhoeven
Cast Rutger Hauer · Monique van de Ven · Tonny Huurdeman · Win Van den Brink
Synopsis Turkish Delight (1973) presents a unique blend of romance and artistic expression, featuring Rutger Hauer as a talented Dutch sculptor navigating a tumultuous, passionate, and ill-fated love affair with a captivating young woman. The narrative unfolds through a series of...
6.2
2K votes
6.2
2K votes
Robocop
1987 · Movie · 103 min. · United States
Direction Paul Verhoeven
Cast Peter Weller · Nancy Allen · Kurtwood Smith · Miguel Ferrer
Synopsis Robocop (1987) begins with the controversial takeover of the Detroit police force by Omni Consumer Products (OCP), leading to a citywide strike. Alex Murphy, a dedicated officer, is reassigned to the West precinct alongside his partner, Anne Lewis. Their mission:...
6.0
80K votes
6.0
80K votes
Tricked (TV)
2012 · Movie · 55 min. · Netherlands
Direction Paul Verhoeven
Cast Peter Blok · Ricky Koole · Gaite Jansen · Robert de Hoog
Synopsis Tricked (TV) (2012) delves into the life of Remco, a wealthy real estate mogul and notorious womanizer portrayed by Peter Blok. The narrative unfolds during his birthday celebration, hosted by his wife, where his seemingly perfect life begins to unravel....
6.0
60 votes
6.0
60 votes
Starship Troopers
1997 · Movie · 129 min. · United States
Direction Paul Verhoeven
Cast Casper Van Dien · Dina Meyer · Denise Richards · Clancy Brown
Synopsis Starship Troopers (1997) is set in a future where individuals must serve in the military to earn citizenship. Johnny Rico, Carmen Ibanez, and their friends decide to enlist right after finishing school. They face rigorous and harsh training. An asteroid...
6.0
31K votes
6.0
31K votes
Business Is Business
1971 · Movie · 92 min. · Netherlands
Direction Paul Verhoeven
Cast Ronnie Bierman · Sylvia de Leur · Piet Römer · Jules Hamel
4.8
466 votes
4.8
466 votes
Hollow Man
2000 · Movie · 114 min. · United States
Direction Paul Verhoeven
Cast Kevin Bacon · Elisabeth Shue · Josh Brolin · Kim Dickens
Synopsis Hollow Man (2000) follows the chilling tale of a brilliant government researcher, Sebastian Caine, portrayed by Kevin Bacon. Caine's groundbreaking work leads to the development of a revolutionary technology that grants individuals the ability to become invisible. However, a sudden...
4.7
27K votes
4.7
27K votes
Showgirls
1995 · Movie · 128 min. · United States
Direction Paul Verhoeven
Cast Elizabeth Berkley · Kyle MacLachlan · Gina Gershon · Glenn Plummer
Synopsis Showgirls (1995) follows the ambitious and intense Nomi Mallone (Elizabeth Berkley), a tall and striking woman who is resolute in her pursuit of a dancing career in Las Vegas, no matter the cost. Initially, she finds work as an exotic...
4.0
20K votes
4.0
20K votes
Direction Paul Verhoeven
Cast Rutger Hauer · Edward Fox · Jeroen Krabbé · Derek de Lint
Synopsis Voor koningin en vaderland (TV Miniseries) (1979) chronicles the authentic narrative of a cohort of students from Leiden, The Netherlands, delving into their diverse experiences, trajectories, and roles during World War II, whether as collaborators or resistance fighters. The narrative...
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Voorbij, voorbij (TV)
1981 · Movie · 65 min. · Netherlands
Direction Paul Verhoeven
Cast André van den Heuvel · Leontien Ceulemans · Andrea Domburg · Lous Hensen
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Portret van Anton Adriaan Mussert (TV)
1970 · Documentary · 50 min. · Netherlands
Direction Paul Verhoeven
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