Direction: Stuart Heisler

Direction John Ford · Stuart Heisler

Cast Dorothy Lamour · Jon Hall · Mary Astor · C. Aubrey Smith

Synopsis The Hurricane (1937) unfolds in the era of grand sailing vessels and colonial governance in the South Pacific. The story centers around an innocent indigenous sailor serving as the first mate on a windjammer that traverses the islands. He finds...

Direction Stuart Heisler

Cast Ginger Rogers · Ronald Reagan · Doris Day · Steve Cochran

Synopsis Storm Warning (1951) follows the journey of Marsha Mitchell, a fashion model who finds herself in a small southern town to visit her sister. The twist comes when she discovers that her brother-in-law is a member of the Ku Klux...

Direction Stuart Heisler

Cast Bette Davis · Sterling Hayden · Natalie Wood · Warner Anderson

Synopsis The Star (1952) follows the story of Margaret Elliot, a once-renowned Hollywood actress who has fallen on hard times. After winning an Oscar, her career has since declined, and she struggles to accept her current reality. Following a failed attempt...

Direction Stuart Heisler

Cast Brian Donlevy · Veronica Lake · Alan Ladd · Bonita Granville

Synopsis The Glass Key (1942) is a gripping narrative of urban political corruption, adapted from Dashiel Hammett's novel. This 1942 film, a remake of the 1935 version, stars Alan Ladd as a dedicated lieutenant to a cunning political boss, played by...

Direction Stuart Heisler

Cast Jack Palance · Shelley Winters · Lori Nelson · Lee Marvin

Synopsis I Died a Thousand Times (1955) follows the story of a recently released convict who assembles a crew to pull off a daring diamond robbery. As the plan unfolds, he becomes entangled in a romantic relationship with one of the...

Direction Stuart Heisler

Cast Susan Hayward · Lee Bowman · Marsha Hunt · Eddie Albert

Synopsis Smash-Up: The Story of a Woman (1947) follows the trajectory of Angie Evans, a swiftly ascending nightclub vocalist who takes a break from her flourishing career to marry Ken Conway, an aspiring songwriter. When Ken unexpectedly becomes a hit radio...

Direction Stuart Heisler

Cast Gary Cooper · Ruth Roman · Steve Cochran · Raymond Massey

Synopsis Dallas (1950) follows the journey of a former Confederate guerrilla officer, portrayed by Gary Cooper, as he ventures into the heart of Texas. His mission is driven by a deep-seated desire for retribution against the three brothers who had previously...

Direction Stuart Heisler

Cast Albert Dekker · Susan Hayward · Frances Farmer · Harry Carey

Synopsis Among the Living (1941) follows the tale of Paul Raden (Albert Dekker), the mentally unstable son of Maxim Raden, the despised proprietor of the Radentown mills. Paul is confined in a straitjacket within a hidden chamber of the family estate,...

Direction Stuart Heisler

Cast Gary Cooper · Loretta Young · William Demarest · Dan Duryea

Synopsis Along Came Jones (1945) follows the journey of a laid-back cowboy named Melody Jones who arrives in the town of Payneville. The locals, however, confuse him with the infamous outlaw Monte Jarrad. Meanwhile, the real Jarrad is recuperating from injuries...

Direction Thomas Carr · Ted Post · Christian Nyby · Harmon Jones

Cast Clint Eastwood · Eric Fleming · Paul Brinegar · Steve Raines

Synopsis Rawhide (TV Series) (1959) follows the journey of Gil Favor, the trail boss of a relentless cattle drive, and his trusted right-hand man, Rowdy Yates. Throughout the eight seasons and 217 episodes, the crew encounters a diverse array of characters...

Direction Stuart Heisler

Cast Bing Crosby · Fred Astaire · Joan Caulfield · Billy De Wolfe

Synopsis Blue Skies (1946) follows the nostalgic journey of Jed Potter as he reflects on a complex love triangle that unfolded over many years, interspersed with captivating musical performances. The story revolves around Jed, a talented dancer, who is deeply in...

Direction Stuart Heisler

Cast Humphrey Bogart · Alexander Knox · Florence Marly · Sessue Hayakawa

Synopsis Tokyo Joe (1949) follows the journey of an American man who ventures back to Tokyo in the aftermath of World War II, aiming to reconnect with the life he once knew. However, he soon finds himself entangled in a complex...

Direction Stuart Heisler

Cast Susan Hayward · Robert Preston · Pedro Armendáriz · Lloyd Gough

Synopsis Tulsa (1949) unfolds in the heart of Oklahoma during the dawn of the oil boom. The narrative begins with the tragic demise of Cherokee Lansing's rancher father, who is fatally injured in a confrontation with the Tanner Oil Company. Driven...

Direction Stuart Heisler

Cast Tab Hunter · Natalie Wood · Skip Homeier · Eduard Franz

Synopsis The Burning Hills (1956) follows Trace Jordan, a woman seeking vengeance after her brother is murdered by a gang of ruthless outlaws. Unbeknownst to the criminals, Trace is guiding them into a trap set by a hostile Comanche camp. The...

Direction Stuart Heisler

Cast Clayton Moore · Jay Silverheels · Lyle Bettger · Bonita Granville

Synopsis The Lone Ranger (1956) follows the story of the Kilgore family, who establish a mining venture on land belonging to Native American tribes, sparking discontent among the indigenous population. The iconic masked hero, the Lone Ranger, is tasked with navigating...

Direction Stuart Heisler

Cast Humphrey Bogart · Eleanor Parker · Raymond Massey · Richard Whorf

Synopsis Chain Lightning (1950) follows the journey of a daring World War II bomber pilot who, after the war, turns to a life of thrilling aerial stunts as a barnstormer. His reckless behavior leads him to become a renowned test pilot,...

Direction Stuart Heisler

Cast Tony Curtis · Frank Lovejoy · Mary Murphy · Eduard Franz

Synopsis Beachhead (1954) follows the intense journey of a U.S. Marine, Tony Curtis, during World War II. After his platoon connects with a French spy and his captivating daughter, Curtis is tasked with guiding the group through a treacherous jungle. The...

Direction Stuart Heisler

Cast Carlton Moss · William Broadus · Clarence Brooks · Norman Ford

Synopsis The Negro Soldier (1944) is a compelling documentary that delves into the significant roles played by African-American soldiers in the American war effort. It highlights their bravery, dedication, and the challenges they faced while serving their country. The film provides...

Direction Robert Sparr · Stuart Heisler · Richard C. Sarafian · Robert B. Sinclair

Cast John Russell · Peter Brown · Peggie Castle · Dan Sheridan

Synopsis Lawman (TV Series) (1958) follows the adventures of Marshal Dan Troop, who serves the town of Laramie, Wyoming, alongside his loyal deputy, Johnny McKay. Troop, a dedicated lawman, takes young Johnny under his wing after the orphaned boy is left...

Direction Boris Sagal · Walter Doniger · Fred Jackman Jr. · Ted Post

Cast Dan O'Herlihy · Kurt Russell · Mark Allen · Meg Wyllie

Synopsis The Travels of Jaimie McPheeters (TV Series) (1963) follows the adventures of a young 12-year-old boy named Jamie McPheeters as he embarks on a journey westward from Paducah, Kentucky, to the promising gold fields of California in the year 1849....