Direction: Bernard Girard

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


Direction Bernard Girard

Cast Patrick O'Neal · Ruta Lee · Walter Brooke

Synopsis The Twilight Zone: A Short Drink from a Certain Fountain (TV) (1963) follows the story of a middle-aged man who, desperate to reclaim his youth, persuades his younger brother to administer an experimental rejuvenation serum. The narrative delves into the...

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The Mad Room

1969 · Movie · 93 min. · United States

Direction Bernard Girard

Cast Shelley Winters · Stella Stevens · James Ward · Carol Cole

Synopsis The Mad Room (1969) presents a chilling tale inspired by the 1941 film "Ladies in Retirement." Stella Stevens delivers a haunting performance as a companion to a wealthy, eccentric widow. As the story unfolds, Stevens invites her brother and sister...

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4.7

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Gone with the West

1975 · Movie · 92 min. · United States

Direction Bernard Girard

Cast James Caan · Stefanie Powers · Aldo Ray · Barbara Werle

Synopsis Gone with the West (1975) follows the journey of a cowboy who, after being wrongfully imprisoned, seeks retribution upon his release. Driven by a desire for vengeance, he crosses paths with a young Native American woman. Together, they embark on...

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Direction John Cassavetes · Robert B. Sinclair · Boris Sagal · Richard Whorf

Cast John Cassavetes · Eduardo Ciannelli · Frank London · Dennis Sallas

Synopsis Johnny Staccato (TV Series) (1959) follows the dual life of a talented jazz musician who also works as a private investigator. The series blends the gritty world of crime-solving with the vibrant atmosphere of the jazz scene, as the protagonist...

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Direction Don Medford · James Neilson · Robert Stevens · John Brahm

Cast Dennis O'Keefe · Clark Howat · Marian Seldes · Jack Klugman

Synopsis Suspicion (TV Series) (1957) was a captivating anthology television mystery drama that aired from 1957 to 1958. Spanning one season with 41 episodes, this series was helmed by the renowned film director Alfred Hitchcock as the executive producer. Each episode...

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Ride Out for Revenge

1957 · Movie · 78 min. · United States

Direction Bernard Girard

Cast Rory Calhoun · Gloria Grahame · Lloyd Bridges · Joanne Gilbert

Synopsis Ride Out for Revenge (1957) follows the tense aftermath of a brutal murder in a hostile frontier town. After the killing of an Indian chief, a former marshal, who empathizes with the Native Americans, steps in to prevent a retaliatory...

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Direction James Michener · Felix E. Feist · Joseph Lejtes · Robert Florey

Cast Gardner McKay · James Holden · Guy Stockwell · Lani Kai

Synopsis Adventures in Paradise (TV Series) (1959) follows the thrilling escapades of Adam Troy, a former American soldier who chose to remain in the Pacific region after the Korean War. Serving as the captain of the schooner "Tiki III," Troy navigates...

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The Happiness Cage

1972 · Movie · 94 min. · United States

Direction Bernard Girard

Cast Christopher Walken · Joss Ackland · Ralph Meeker · Claus Nissen

Synopsis The Happiness Cage (1972) follows the narrative of a German researcher who is dedicated to finding a method to pacify overly aggressive soldiers. The scientist's innovative approach involves creating implants designed to directly stimulate the pleasure centers of the brain,...

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Rebound (TV Series)

1952 · Series · 30 min. · United States

Direction Bernard Girard · Harve Foster

Cast John Doucette · Ned Glass · Elisabeth Fraser · Russ Conway

Synopsis Rebound (TV Series) (1952) was a gripping dramatic anthology series that aired during the golden age of television. This show, like many others from that era, presented a variety of standalone stories in each episode. Notably, it marked the television...

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Direction Bernard Girard

Cast James Coburn · Camilla Sparv · Aldo Ray · Nina Wayne

Synopsis Dead Heat on a Merry-Go-Round (1966) is a gripping crime thriller centered around a meticulously devised scheme to loot an airport bank. The film keeps viewers on the edge of their seats with its intricate plot twists and turns. Be...

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Direction Bernard Girard

Cast Burt Reynolds · Melvyn Douglas · Suzanne Pleshette · Larry Storch

Synopsis Hunters Are for Killing (TV) (1970) follows the story of a man who returns home after completing his prison sentence, eager to secure his portion of his late mother's inheritance. However, his stepfather, who blames him for the death of...

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Direction Alan Crosland Jr. · Bernard Girard · John Newland · Ted Post

Cast Fred Astaire · Keir Dullea · Paul Comi · Joan Staley

Synopsis Alcoa Premiere (TV Series) (1961) aired from 1961 to 1963, spanning two seasons and 56 episodes. The show was elegantly hosted by the renowned dancer and actor Fred Astaire. Each weekly episode introduced a fresh dramatic narrative. Unlike some of...

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Direction John English · James Sheldon · William D. Faralla · Robert Florey

Cast Dick Powell · Whitey Hughes · Walter Sande · Denver Pyle

Synopsis Zane Grey (TV Series) (1956) was a captivating anthology series that aired from 1956 to 1961. Initially, the show was heavily inspired by the novels and stories of Zane Grey, featuring adaptations of his iconic Western tales. Dick Powell, a...

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A Name for Evil

1973 · Movie · 74 min. · United States

Direction Bernard Girard

Cast Robert Culp · Samantha Eggar · Sheila Sullivan · Mike Lane

Synopsis A Name for Evil (1973) follows a couple who, discontent with their family's architectural firm, decide to relocate to a rural area and settle into the man's great-grandfather's old residence. As they begin renovations, the house exhibits signs of resistance,...

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Direction Oscar Rudolph · Don Weis · Andrew McCullough · William Asher

Cast Peter Lawford · Phyllis Kirk · Jack Albertson · Patricia Donahue

Synopsis The Thin Man (TV Series) (1957) follows the adventures of Nick Charles, a retired private investigator who now resides in a lavish Park Avenue apartment in New York City with his wife, Nora. Despite his retirement, Nick's past connections to...

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The Party Crashers

1958 · Movie · 78 min. · United States

Direction Bernard Girard

Cast Mark Damon · Bobby Driscoll · Connie Stevens · Frances Farmer

Synopsis The Party Crashers (1958) follows a rebellious teenage group, headed by Mark Damon, who find thrills in gatecrashing respectable teen parties across the city. At a seemingly innocent teenage get-together, Damon captivates the wealthy and spoiled Connie Stevens, persuading her...

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The Green-Eyed Blonde

1957 · Movie · 76 min. · United States

Direction Bernard Girard

Cast Susan Oliver · Melinda Plowman · Beverly Long · Norma Jean Nilsson

Synopsis The Green-Eyed Blonde (1957) follows a group of young women who find themselves in a challenging environment at a reform school. The narrative delves into their struggles and efforts to navigate their circumstances, highlighting their resilience and determination to improve...

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