Direction: Jim O'Hanlon

The best movies, series, and documentaries directed by Jim O'Hanlon. Explore exceptional titles that showcase a unique filmmaking vision.


Direction Paul Abbott · Paul Walker · Lawrence Till · David Threlfall

Cast David Threlfall · Rebecca Atkinson · Alice Barry · Nicky Evans

Synopsis Shameless (TV Series) (2004) is a critically praised, unconventional drama created by Paul Abbott that delves into the chaotic lives and relationships of the Gallagher family. This is a family where the father's guidance is notably absent, and the siblings...

7.3

2K votes

7.3

2K votes

Direction Reece Shearsmith · Steve Pemberton · David Kerr · Guillem Morales

Cast Reece Shearsmith · Steve Pemberton · Helen McCrory · Gemma Arterton

Synopsis Inside No. 9 (TV Series) (2014) is a collection of standalone episodes filled with dark humor and surprising plot twists. Each episode is a unique blend of comedy and drama, crafted by the minds behind "League of Gentlemen" and "Psychoville."...

7.3

1K votes

7.3

1K votes

Direction Steve Lightfoot · Andy Goddard · Jeremy Webb · Dearbhla Walsh

Cast Jon Bernthal · Ben Barnes · Ebon Moss-Bachrach · Amber Rose Revah

Synopsis The Punisher (TV Series) (2017) follows Frank Castle, a man who has become infamous in New York City as "the Punisher" after avenging his family's murder. As he delves deeper into the criminal underworld, he uncovers a vast and intricate...

7.2

7K votes

7.2

7K votes

Direction Rob Delaney · Sharon Horgan · Ben Taylor · Jim O'Hanlon

Cast Sharon Horgan · Rob Delaney · Mark Bonnar · Ashley Jensen

Synopsis Catastrophe (TV Series) (2015) is a British-American romantic comedy-drama that aired from 2015 to 2019, spanning four seasons and 24 episodes. The story revolves around an American man, Rob, who finds himself in a whirlwind romance with an Irish woman,...

7.2

2K votes

7.2

2K votes

Direction Jim O'Hanlon

Cast Reece Shearsmith · Monica Dolan · Emilia Fox · Steve Pemberton

Synopsis Inside No. 9: Once Removed (TV) (2018) delves into the lives of a couple, Sarah and Paul, as they navigate the challenges of moving into a new home. While the Holmes and Rahe Stress Scale ranks moving house as relatively...

7.0

324 votes

7.0

324 votes

Emma (TV Miniseries)

2009 · Series · 240 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Jim O'Hanlon

Cast Romola Garai · Rupert Evans · Louise Dylan · Michael Gambon

Synopsis Emma (TV Miniseries) (2009) follows the life of Emma Woodhouse, portrayed by Romola Garai, who appears to have a fulfilling life with a caring father, a circle of friends, and a comfortable home. However, Emma has a significant flaw—she is...

7.0

1K votes

7.0

1K votes

Direction James Hawes · Jim O'Hanlon

Cast Sophie Okonedo · Shannon Hayes · Adrian Lester · Tamara Lawrance

Synopsis Undercover (TV Miniseries) (2016) follows the story of a legal professional who goes back to the UK to take on the role of the first black Director of Public Prosecutions. As she settles into her new position, she starts to...

7.0

24 votes

7.0

24 votes

Direction Dominic Mitchell · Jonny Campbell · Damon Thomas · Jim O'Hanlon

Cast Luke Newberry · Emily Bevan · Harriet Cains · Karen Henthorn

Synopsis In the Flesh (TV Series) (2013) is a British television series that aired from 2013 to 2014, spanning two seasons and nine episodes. Set four years after a significant event known as the Rising, the narrative follows the government's efforts...

6.9

4K votes

6.9

4K votes

Trying (TV Series)

2020 · Series · 30 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Jim O'Hanlon

Cast Esther Smith · Rafe Spall · Imelda Staunton · Sarah Niles

Synopsis Trying (TV Series) (2020) follows the journey of Nikki (Esther Smith) and Jason (Rafe Spall), a couple eager to start a family but facing infertility challenges. As they explore various options, they ultimately decide to adopt, navigating a complex world...

6.8

287 votes

6.8

287 votes

Direction Alex Holmes · Jim O'Hanlon

Cast Yigal Naor · Shohreh Aghdashloo · Philip Arditti · Makram Khoury

Synopsis House of Saddam (TV Miniseries) (2008) delves into the intricate dynamics of Saddam Hussein's family and his bond with his most trusted confidants. Commencing in 1979, when Saddam seized power in Iraq through a violent coup, the series chronicles the...

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6.8

750 votes

6.8

750 votes

Direction Jim O'Hanlon

Cast John Hannah · Suranne Jones · Karen Gillan · Adrian Bower

Synopsis A Touch of Cloth: Too Cloth for Comfort (TV Miniseries) (2014) is a 2014 TV miniseries that offers a humorous take on crime thrillers. The story revolves around DI Jack Cloth as he investigates a murder case that hits close...

6.7

54 votes

6.7

54 votes

Direction Christopher Menaul · Jim O'Hanlon

Cast Reece Shearsmith · Alex Kingston · Noel Clarke · Alfie Field

Synopsis Chasing Shadows (TV Miniseries) (2014) follows a dedicated missing persons unit as they delve into the chilling world of serial killers who prey on the naive and defenseless. The team's relentless pursuit of justice leads them through a labyrinth of...

6.7

58 votes

6.7

58 votes

Direction Jim O'Hanlon

Cast John Hannah · Suranne Jones · Stephen Dillane · Anna Chancellor

Synopsis A Touch of Cloth 2: Undercover Cloth (TV Miniseries) (2013) is a two-episode miniseries that sees the return of the enigmatic Cloth to the police force. This time, he is assigned a high-stakes undercover mission to dismantle the criminal operations...

6.6

72 votes

6.6

72 votes

Direction Jim O'Hanlon

Cast John Hannah · Suranne Jones · Julian Rhind-Tutt · Adrian Bower

Synopsis A Touch of Cloth (TV Miniseries) (2012) is a satirical television series that aired from 2012 to 2014, spanning three seasons and six episodes. Created by Charlie Brooker, known for his work on "Black Mirror" and "Dead Set," this series...

6.4

223 votes

6.4

223 votes

Direction Hans Rosenfeldt · Nicola Larder · Charles Martin · Jonathan Teplitzky

Cast Anna Friel · Nicholas Pinnock · Ray Panthaki · Sinead Cusack

Synopsis Marcella (TV Series) (2016) follows the story of a former detective, Marcella Backland, who stepped away from the Metropolitan Police to prioritize her family. However, her personal life takes a dramatic turn when her husband decides to leave her. Compelled...

6.3

1K votes

6.3

1K votes

Direction Jim O'Hanlon

Cast Ruben Cryer · Weruche Opia · Steve Pemberton · Nigel Planer

Synopsis Inside No. 9: Tempting Fate (TV) (2018) follows the story of three individuals tasked with cleaning out the residence of a recently deceased hoarder. Their routine job takes a dark turn when they stumble upon a floor marred with blood,...

6.3

283 votes

6.3

283 votes

Direction John Alexander · Diarmuid Lawrence · Jim O'Hanlon

Cast Gabriel Byrne · Michael Gambon · Nick Dunning · Aisling Franciosi

Synopsis Quirke (TV Miniseries) (2014) follows the compelling narrative of a prominent pathologist stationed at the Dublin city morgue during the 1950s. The series, comprising three gripping episodes, delves into the intricate world of sudden death investigations, as the protagonist meticulously...

6.1

281 votes

6.1

281 votes

Direction Barbara Machin · Andy Hay · Edward Bennett · David Thacker

Cast Trevor Eve · Sue Johnston · Wil Johnson · Tara Fitzgerald

Synopsis Waking the Dead (TV Series) (2000) is a highly acclaimed British crime drama that has captivated audiences with its gripping storytelling and compelling characters. The series, which debuted on BBC ONE, quickly gained a devoted following, regularly attracting over 8...

5.6

151 votes

5.6

151 votes

Direction Brian McGreevy · Lee Shipman · David Straiton · Deran Sarafian

Cast Landon Liboiron · Eliana Jones · Emilia McCarthy · Aaron Douglas

Synopsis Hemlock Grove (TV Series) (2013) is a chilling television series that aired from 2013 to 2015, spanning three seasons and 33 episodes. The narrative unfolds in the eerie town of Hemlock Grove, Pennsylvania, a place marked by stark contrasts between...

5.5

845 votes

5.5

845 votes

Direction Phillip Iscove · Alex Kurtzman · Roberto Orci · Len Wiseman

Cast Tom Mison · Lyndie Greenwood · Nicole Beharie · Orlando Jones

Synopsis Sleepy Hollow (TV Series) (2013) spans four seasons and 62 episodes, starting in 1781 with Ichabod Crane (Tom Mison), a Colonial Army soldier on a mission for General George Washington. During a battle, Crane decapitates the Hessian soldier, the Headless...

5.3

2K votes

5.3

2K votes