Direction: Paul Verhoeven

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


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

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

6.5

903 votes

Elle

2016 · Movie · 130 min. · France

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

Benedetta

2021 · Movie · 131 min. · France

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:...

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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

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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