Direction: Alex Cox
The best movies, series, and documentaries directed by Alex Cox. Explore exceptional titles that showcase a unique filmmaking vision.
Titles found: 19
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
Death and the Compass
1992 · Movie · 86 min. · United States
Direction Alex Cox
Cast Peter Boyle · Miguel Sandoval · Christopher Eccleston · Zaide Silvia Gutiérrez
5.8
32 votes
5.8
32 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
Direction Alex Cox
Cast Dick Rude · Sy Richardson · Courtney Love · Joe Strummer
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
Direction Alex Cox
Cast Del Zamora · Andres Carranza · Jason Norquist · Ed Pansullo
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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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Tombstone-Rashomon
2017 · Movie · United States
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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Bill the Galactic Hero
2014 · Movie · 90 min. · United States
Direction Alex Cox · Danny Beard · Merritt Crocker · Amanda Gostomski
Cast James Miller · Devon Wycoff · Jesse Lee Pacheco · Katie McManus
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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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