Direction: Alex Cox

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


Highway Patrolman

1991 · Movie · 100 min. · Mexico

Direction Alex Cox

Cast Roberto Sosa · Bruno Bichir · Pedro Armendáriz Jr. · Vanessa Bauche

Synopsis Highway Patrolman (1991) presents a segmented narrative of a young man's journey within Mexico's national highway patrol. The film tracks Pedro Rojas' path from his cadet training days and his initial posting in a northern border region, through his swift...

6.8

149 votes

6.8

149 votes

Three Businessmen

1998 · Movie · 80 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Alex Cox

Cast Miguel Sandoval · Robert Wisdom · Alex Cox · Isabel Ampudia

Synopsis Three Businessmen (1998) follows the journey of an American art dealer, Miguel Sandoval, who has a particular interest in southwestern topaz, as he arrives in Liverpool by train. Simultaneously, a refined British art dealer, Alex Cox, who focuses on African...

6.4

45 votes

6.4

45 votes

Sid and Nancy

1986 · Movie · 108 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Alex Cox

Cast Gary Oldman · Chloe Webb · Courtney Love · David Hayman

Synopsis Sid and Nancy (1986) is a gripping biographical film directed by Alex Cox that delves into the dark, heroin-infused narrative of Sid Vicious, the bassist for the Sex Pistols, and his troubled American girlfriend, Nancy Spungen. Gary Oldman gives a...

6.1

3K votes

6.1

3K votes

Repo Man

1984 · Movie · 92 min. · United States

Direction Alex Cox

Cast Emilio Estévez · Harry Dean Stanton · Olivia Barash · Tracey Walter

Synopsis Repo Man (1984) follows the journey of Otto, a young man who impulsively quits his job at a grocery store after a heated argument. He soon crosses paths with a seasoned vehicle repossessor, who introduces him to the thrilling and...

6.0

2K votes

6.0

2K votes

Straight to Hell Returns

2010 · Movie · 91 min. · United States

Direction Alex Cox

Cast Kathy Burke · Elvis Costello · Graham Fletcher-Cook · Courtney Love

Synopsis Straight to Hell Returns (2010) follows a trio of unlucky bank robbers, portrayed by Sy Richardson, Joe Strummer, and Dick Rude, who stash their ill-gotten gains and seek refuge in an abandoned desert town. Their plans are quickly disrupted when...

5.7

21 votes

5.7

21 votes

Straight to Hell

1987 · Movie · 86 min. · United States

5.4

116 votes

5.4

116 votes

Walker

1987 · Movie · 95 min. · United States

Direction Alex Cox

Cast Ed Harris · Richard Masur · Rene Auberjonois · Keith Szarabajka

Synopsis Walker (1987) chronicles the factual account of William Walker (Ed Harris), an American adventurer who briefly held the title of self-proclaimed president of Nicaragua during the years 1856-57. The narrative begins in 1853, as Walker, a soldier-for-hire, escapes Mexico following...

5.3

246 votes

5.3

246 votes

The Winner

1996 · Movie · 89 min. · United States

Direction Alex Cox

Cast Rebecca De Mornay · Vincent D'Onofrio · Richard Edson · Michael Madsen

Synopsis The Winner (1996) follows the tale of a man who finds himself on an unprecedented winning streak at the gambling tables in Las Vegas. This remarkable luck inevitably attracts a motley crew of schemers and hustlers, each with their own...

4.2

68 votes

4.2

68 votes

Repo Chick

2009 · Movie · 85 min. · United States

Direction Alex Cox

Cast Jaclyn Jonet · Miguel Sandoval · Del Zamora · Rosanna Arquette

Synopsis Repo Chick (2009) follows the thrilling escapades of affluent and rebellious Pixxi, a skilled repossession agent, and her crew as they become entangled in a sinister abduction scheme. This high-stakes plot puts the entire city of Los Angeles in jeopardy,...

4.0

25 votes

4.0

25 votes

Emmanuelle: A Hard Look (TV)

2000 · Documentary · 60 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Alex Cox

Cast Alex Cox · Sylvia Kristel · Laura Gemser · Just Jaeckin

Synopsis Emmanuelle: A Hard Look (TV) (2000) delves into the fascinating world of the iconic Emmanuelle film series, offering an in-depth exploration of their production processes and the profound social and cultural influences they have had. This documentary provides a comprehensive...

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Kurosawa: The Last Emperor (TV)

1999 · Documentary · 50 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Alex Cox

Cast Francis Ford Coppola · Paul Verhoeven · John Woo · Arturo Ripstein

Synopsis Kurosawa: The Last Emperor (TV) (1999) delves into the life and career of the renowned film director Akira Kurosawa, offering an in-depth look at his journey and contributions to cinema. The documentary explores Kurosawa's early influences, his groundbreaking films, and...

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Searchers 2.0

2007 · Movie · 96 min. · United States

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Red Hot and Blue (TV)

1990 · Documentary · 88 min. · Ireland

Direction Percy Adlon · David Byrne · Alex Cox · Jonathan Demme

Cast Afrika Bambaataa · Bono · David Byrne · Neneh Cherry

Synopsis Red Hot and Blue (TV) (1990) presents a vibrant collection of contemporary pop artists who breathe new life into the timeless compositions of Cole Porter. This documentary features a series of music videos, each helmed by renowned directors, showcasing how...

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Direction Alex Cox

Cast Michele Bauer · Wade Everett · Richard Anderson · Eric Schumacher

Synopsis Tombstone-Rashomon (2017) presents a unique retelling of the iconic Tombstone narrative, inspired by the renowned Japanese film "Rashomon." This cinematic experience offers a multifaceted exploration of history through the eyes of various key figures, including Wyatt Earp, Doc Holliday, Kate,...

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The Private Detective Mike (TV Series)

2002 · Series · 54 min. · Japan

Direction Kenji Aoki · Shinji Aoyama · Alex Cox · Koji Hagiuda

Cast Masatoshi Nagase · Sadao Abe · Robert Baldwin · Pâko Hayashiya

Synopsis The Private Detective Mike (TV Series) (2002) follows the adventures of Mike Hama, a hard-boiled private investigator known for his chain-smoking habit, sharp wit, and tough exterior. Despite his rough demeanor, Mike has a tender side, particularly for his younger...

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Revengers Tragedy

2002 · Movie · 109 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Alex Cox

Cast Christopher Eccleston · Andrew Schofield · Eddie Izzard · Marc Warren

Synopsis Revengers Tragedy (2002) is a unique adaptation of the Jacobean play, blending the original language with contemporary commentary and situating the narrative in the year 2011. The film envisions a dystopian world following a catastrophic natural disaster that has devastated...

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Scene Missing

2012 · Documentary · 50 min. · United States

Direction Alex Cox

Cast Paul Davies · Stewart Stern · Tomas Milian

Synopsis Scene Missing (2012) delves into the incomplete narrative surrounding the creation of Dennis Hopper's largely unseen cinematic work, "The Last Movie" (1971). This documentary explores the behind-the-scenes chaos and creative process that led to the film's enigmatic status.

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