Direction: Gordon Douglas

Direction Gordon Douglas

Cast James Cagney · Barbara Payton · Helena Carter · Ward Bond

Synopsis Kiss Tomorrow Goodbye (1950) begins with a gripping courtroom scene, where the story unfolds through the testimonies of survivors. The narrative then shifts back in time to depict the daring and brutal prison escape of the unscrupulous criminal, Ralph Cotter....

Direction Gordon Douglas · James W. Horne · Nate Watt · Ray McCarey

Cast Carl 'Alfalfa' Switzer · George 'Spanky' McFarland · Bobbie 'Cotton' Beard · Leonard 'Percy' Landy

Synopsis The Little Rascals (TV Series) (1955) is a compilation of beloved shorts from the original "Our Gang Comedies" movie series, which spanned from 1929 to 1938. This television syndication package brings together the timeless antics and adventures of the iconic...

Direction Gordon Douglas

Cast Richard Boone · Stuart Whitman · Anthony Franciosa · Jim Brown

Synopsis Rio Conchos (1964) follows the journey of two Army officers, an alcoholic former Confederate soldier, and a charismatic Mexican adventurer as they embark on a clandestine mission into Mexico. Their objective is to thwart the nefarious plans of a power-hungry...

Direction Gordon Douglas

Cast James Whitmore · Edmund Gwenn · Joan Weldon · James Arness

Synopsis Them! (1954) presents a chilling narrative where the aftermath of nuclear testing unleashes a terrifying threat: a swarm of colossal, lethal ants intent on annihilating humanity. This groundbreaking big bug movie, often cited as a major influence on films like...

Direction Gordon Douglas

Cast Frank Sinatra · Lee Remick · Ralph Meeker · Jack Klugman

Synopsis The Detective (1968) follows the journey of seasoned police detective Joe Leland as he delves into the murder case of a homosexual individual. As he digs deeper, he uncovers a web of official corruption that permeates the streets of New...

Direction Gordon Douglas

Cast James Cagney · Phyllis Thaxter · Raymond Massey · James Gleason

Synopsis Come Fill the Cup (1951) follows the journey of Lew Marsh, a journalist grappling with alcoholism who reaches his lowest point, leading to job loss. Charley Dolan steps in to help Lew turn his life around. After maintaining sobriety for...

Direction Gordon Douglas

Cast Clint Walker · Virginia Mayo · Brian Keith · Richard Eyer

Synopsis Fort Dobbs (1958) follows the story of Gar Davis, who, after a fatal altercation outside Largo, seeks refuge in Comanche territory. Pursued by the sheriff and his posse, Gar encounters the lifeless body of a white man, felled by a...

Direction Gordon Douglas

Cast Stan Laurel · Oliver Hardy · James Finlayson · Ben Turpin

Synopsis Saps at Sea (1940) follows the comedic misadventures of Stan and Oliver, who, after enduring the cacophony of a horn factory, find themselves in a predicament when Oliver's sensitivity to loud noises leads to a violent outburst. Dr. Finlayson recommends...

Direction Gordon Douglas

Cast Gregory Peck · Barbara Payton · Ward Bond · Gig Young

Synopsis Only the Valiant (1951) follows the story of Capt. Richard Lance, portrayed by Gregory Peck, who is wrongfully blamed by his troops and his romantic interest for the demise of the cherished Lt. Holloway during an Indian massacre. Holloway, played...

Direction Gordon Douglas

Cast Louis Hayward · Dennis O'Keefe · Louise Allbritton · Carl Esmond

Synopsis Walk a Crooked Mile (1948) follows a tense narrative set in Southern California, where a critical security breach is uncovered at a sensitive atomic plant. The authorities are gripped by apprehension, fearing that the compromised information could fall into the...

Direction Gordon Douglas

Cast Rod Taylor · John Mills · Ernest Borgnine · Luciana Paluzzi

Direction Gordon Douglas

Cast Frank Sinatra · Jill St. John · Richard Conte · Sue Lyon

Synopsis Tony Rome (1967) follows the story of a private detective, Tony Rome, who is hired by a hotel house detective to help a wealthy industrialist's daughter who is found drunk and unconscious in a hotel room. The task is to...

Direction Gordon Douglas

Cast Carroll Baker · Red Buttons · Raf Vallone · Angela Lansbury

Synopsis Harlow (1965) delves into the captivating tale of a platinum blonde sensation (Baker) who ascended to stardom in the wild and unpredictable Hollywood of the 1930s, based on a gripping best-selling novel.

Direction Gordon Douglas

Cast Alan Ladd · Virginia Mayo · Joseph Calleia · Phyllis Kirk

Synopsis The Iron Mistress (1952) offers a loosely historical account of the life of Jim Bowie. The narrative begins with Bowie traveling to New Orleans to sell timber but finds himself captivated by the enchanting Judalon. To compete with his rivals,...

Direction Gordon Douglas · Henry Levin

Cast Glenn Ford · Evelyn Keyes · John Ireland · Beulah Bondi

Synopsis Mr. Soft Touch (1949) follows the story of Joe Miracle, a World War II veteran who returns home just before Christmas to a grim discovery: notorious gangster Barney Teener has seized control of his nightclub and brutally murdered Joe's business...

Direction Gordon Douglas

Cast Mark Stevens · Edmond O'Brien · Gale Storm · Donald Buka

Synopsis Between Midnight and Dawn (1950) follows the nighttime adventures of Rocky and Dan, former soldiers turned patrol officers in a prowl car. Dan's jaded perspective sees all criminals as worthless, while Rocky leans towards a more compassionate approach. Both officers...

Direction Gordon Douglas

Cast James Garner · Edmond O'Brien · Andra Martin · Alan Hale Jr.

Synopsis Up Periscope (1959) follows the journey of Lieutenant Braden, who finds himself in a complex situation when he realizes that Sally, the woman he's developing feelings for, has been evaluating his suitability for a U.S. Navy frogman role. Braden must...

Direction Gordon Douglas

Cast Louis Hayward · Janet Blair · George Macready · Edgar Buchanan

Synopsis The Black Arrow (1948) follows the journey of a young British nobleman who returns home from the tumultuous War of the Roses, only to find his father brutally murdered. The culprit is supposedly an old family friend who has since...

Direction Gordon Douglas

Cast Lawrence Tierney · Barton MacLane · Marian Carr · Harry Shannon

Synopsis San Quentin (1946) presents a gripping tale set in the post-World War II era, focusing on the complexities of crime and redemption. The story revolves around Jim Rowland, a former convict portrayed by Lawrence Tierney, who has turned his life...

Direction Gordon Douglas

Cast Frank Sinatra · Dean Martin · Bing Crosby · Sammy Davis Jr.

Synopsis Robin and the 7 Hoods (1964) follows the story of a notorious Chicago mobster, known as Robbo, who attempts to launder fifty thousand dollars of ill-gotten gains by contributing the money to the Blessed Shelter Orphans Home. This act of...