Direction: William Asher

Direction William Asher · James V. Kern · Ralph Levy · Marc Daniels

Cast Lucille Ball · Desi Arnaz · Vivian Vance · William Frawley

Synopsis I Love Lucy (TV Series) (1951) is a beloved American television sitcom that aired from 1951 to 1957, spanning 6 seasons and 181 episodes. The show follows the hilarious antics of Lucy Ricardo, a vivacious and ambitious woman married to...

Direction David Victor · Marc Daniels · Leo Penn · Russ Mayberry

Cast Robert Young · James Brolin · Elena Verdugo · Pamela Hensley

Synopsis Marcus Welby, M.D (TV Series) (1969) follows the professional and personal lives of two dedicated physicians: Dr. Marcus Welby, an experienced and compassionate general practitioner, and Dr. Steven Kiley, his eager and idealistic young associate. Set against the backdrop of...

Direction William Asher

Cast Henry Silva · Elizabeth Montgomery · Richard Anderson · Jim Backus

Synopsis Johnny Cool (1963) follows the story of Colini, an American gangster who has been forced into exile in Sicily. He takes under his wing a young Sicilian criminal named Giordano, rescuing him from the authorities. After grooming and refining Giordano,...

Direction Sol Saks · William Asher · Richard Michaels · R. Robert Rosenbaum

Cast Elizabeth Montgomery · Dick York · Agnes Moorehead · Dick Sargent

Synopsis Bewitched (TV Series) (1964) aired from 1964 to 1972, spanning 8 seasons and 254 episodes. The show revolves around Samantha and Darrin Stephens, who appear to be an ordinary American couple, with one significant exception—Samantha possesses magical abilities. Despite vowing...

Direction William Asher

Cast Gene Barry · Valerie French · George Voskovec · Arnold Moss

Synopsis The 27th Day (1957) follows a gripping narrative where five individuals from Earth are taken by extraterrestrial beings. Each person is given a capsule containing an incredibly destructive weapon, capable of annihilating all of humanity. The aliens present this as...

Direction William Asher

Cast Orson Bean · Henry Jones · Charles Lane · Horace McMahon

Synopsis The Twilight Zone: Mr. Bevis (TV) (1960) follows the story of James B.W. Bevis, a man whose peculiarities set him apart from the norm. He drives an antique car, has a penchant for zither music, and enjoys building model ships....

Direction Robert Getchell · Marc Daniels · William Asher · John Pasquin

Cast Linda Lavin · Beth Howland · Vic Tayback · Philip McKeon

Synopsis Alice (TV Series) (1976) unfolds in the bustling world of a small-town diner in Phoenix, Arizona. The central figure, Alice Hyatt, is a hopeful singer who, following the passing of her truck driver husband, moves to Phoenix with her teenage...

Direction William Asher

Cast Robert Cummings · Dorothy Malone · Frankie Avalon · Annette Funicello

Synopsis Beach Party (1963) is the inaugural film in the iconic series of five official American-International "Beach Party" movies. The story revolves around Anthropology Professor Robert Orwell Sutwell and his assistant Marianne, who are conducting a study on the romantic behaviors...

Direction William Asher

Cast Frankie Avalon · Annette Funicello · Deborah Walley · Harvey Lembeck

Synopsis Beach Blanket Bingo (1965) follows the escapades of a motorcycle gang, headed by the notorious Eric Von Zipper, who abducts the popular singing sensation, Sugar Kane, who is under the management of Bullets. To create a buzz and secure her...

Direction William Asher

Cast Jimmy McNichol · Susan Tyrrell · Bo Svenson · Marcia Lewis

Synopsis Night Warning (1983) follows the story of a young orphaned teenager who is under the control of his aunt. She is determined to keep him by her side, no matter what the cost. The film delves into the psychological and...

Direction William Asher

Cast Frankie Avalon · Annette Funicello · Martha Hyer · Don Rickles

Synopsis Bikini Beach (1964) follows the story of a wealthy individual who embarks on a unique mission to validate his belief that his beloved chimpanzee possesses intelligence comparable to that of the teenagers who frequent the nearby beach. The millionaire's plan...

Direction William Asher

Cast Walter Matthau · Charles Grodin · Vincent Gardenia · Tyne Daly

Synopsis Movers & Shakers (1985) follows Joe Mulholland, the Head of Production at a prominent Hollywood studio, who finds himself in a challenging situation after making a rash promise to a dying friend. He commits to producing a significant film using...

Direction William Asher · E.W. Swackhamer

Cast Barry Bostwick · Mary Jo Catlett · Deborah Raffin · Richard Romanus

Direction Oscar Rudolph · Roger Duchowny · William Asher · Herbert Kenwith

Cast James Whitmore · Cleavon Little · Nancy Fox · Joan Van Ark

Synopsis Temperatures Rising (TV Series) (1972) is a medical drama that unfolds at the bustling Capital General Hospital in Washington D.C. The series centers around the dynamic and straightforward chief of surgery, Dr. Vincent Campanelli, and his eclectic team of medical...

Direction William Asher

Cast Joan Caulfield · Marion Lorne · Johnny Desmond · Gale Gordon

Synopsis Sally (TV Series) (1957) is a television program that aired from 1957 to 1958, consisting of a single season with 26 episodes. The show follows the journey of Sally Truesdale, a salesgirl who finds herself in an unexpected role as...

Direction William Asher

Cast Phil Carey · Betty Garrett · John Drew Barrymore · Corey Allen

Synopsis The Shadow on the Window (1957) follows a trio of young delinquents, headed by the deranged Jess Reber, who invade a secluded farmhouse and brutally kill the wealthy resident. The victim's secretary, Linda Atlas, unfortunately sees the crime unfold. The...

Direction Jerry Thorpe · Frederick de Cordova · William Asher

Cast Spring Byington · Frances Rafferty · Dean Miller · Harry Morgan

Synopsis December Bride (TV Series) (1954) is a beloved television series that aired from 1954 to 1959. The show revolves around the life of Lily Ruskin, a woman known for her charm and wisdom. Lily resides with her daughter and son-in-law,...

Direction William Asher

Cast Frankie Avalon · Annette Funicello · Dwayne Hickman · Brian Donlevy

Synopsis How to Stuff a Wild Bikini (1965) follows the story of Frankie, a naval reservist stationed in the tropical paradise of Tahiti. Frankie is plagued by doubts about his girlfriend Dee Dee's fidelity. To ensure her loyalty, he enlists the...

Direction William Asher

Cast Frankie Avalon · Annette Funicello · Luciana Paluzzi · John Ashley

Synopsis Muscle Beach Party (1964) follows the story of Julie, a wealthy contessa under the management of S.Z. Matts, who sets her sights on muscle-man Flex Martin, who is trained by Jack Fanny. However, her plans are disrupted when she encounters...

Direction William Asher · Hollingsworth Morse · Harold D. Schuster · Earl Bellamy

Cast Warner Anderson · Tom Tully · Marshall Reed · Ruta Lee

Synopsis The Lineup (TV Series) (1954) delves into the meticulous procedural work of the San Francisco Police Department as they tackle a variety of criminal cases. Leading the investigations are Det. Lt. Ben Guthrie, portrayed by Warner Anderson, alongside Inspector Matt...