Direction: R.J. Cutler

The best movies, series, and documentaries directed by R.J. Cutler. Explore exceptional titles that showcase a unique filmmaking vision.


Billie Eilish: The World's a Little Blurry

2021 · Documentary · 140 min. · United States

Direction R.J. Cutler

Cast Billie Eilish · Katy Perry · Finneas O'Connell · Justin Bieber

Synopsis Billie Eilish Pirate Baird O'Connell - is the 17-year old phenomenon who records with her brother Finneas O'Connell and has other business with Apple and was named Apple Music's artist of the year.

6.9

238 votes

6.9

238 votes

Belushi (TV)

2020 · Documentary · 108 min. · United States

Direction R.J. Cutler

Cast John Belushi · James Belushi · Carrie Fisher · Chevy Chase

Synopsis Using previously unheard audiotapes recorded shortly after John Belushi's death, director R.J. Cutler's documentary examines the too-short life of once-in-a-generation talent who captured the hearts and funny bones of devoted audiences.

6.5

228 votes

6.5

228 votes

Elton John: Never Too Late

2024 · Documentary · 102 min. · United States

Direction R.J. Cutler · David Furnish

Cast Elton John

Synopsis It showcases a never-before-seen concert footage of him over the past 50 years, as well as hand-written journals and present-day footage of him and his family.

6.4

35 votes

6.4

35 votes

The September Issue

2009 · Documentary · 88 min. · United States

Direction R.J. Cutler

Cast Anna Wintour · Grace Coddington · Thakoon Panichgul · André Leon Talley

Synopsis A documentary chronicling Vogue editor-in-chief Anna Wintour's preparations for the 2008 fall-fashion issue.

6.3

890 votes

6.3

890 votes

Nashville (TV Series)

2012 · Series · 42 min. · United States

Direction Callie Khouri · R.J. Cutler · Stephen Cragg · Michael Lohmann

Cast Connie Britton · Hayden Panettiere · Clare Bowen · Powers Boothe

Synopsis TV Series (2012-2018). 6 Seasons. 124 Episodes. Set against the backdrop of the Nashville music scene, the new drama revolves around a 40-year-old superstar Rayna James, whose star begins fading. She is forced to team up with Juliette on tour...

6.2

652 votes

6.2

652 votes

Martha

2024 · Documentary · 115 min. · United States

Direction R.J. Cutler

Cast Martha Stewart

Synopsis An unfiltered look inside the life of Martha Stewart, the original influencer. A wealth of materials —interviews with Stewart and her friends and family, archival footage, never-before-seen excerpts from her private journals and correspondence.

6.1

85 votes

6.1

85 votes

Big Vape: The Rise and Fall of Juul

2023 · Documentary · 47 min. · United States

Direction R.J. Cutler

Cast Allen Gladstone

Synopsis A scrappy electronic cigarette startup becomes a multibillion-dollar company until an epidemic causes its success to go up in smoke.

5.9

112 votes

5.9

112 votes

If I Stay

2014 · Movie · 106 min. · United States

Direction R.J. Cutler

Cast Chloë Grace Moretz · Jamie Blackley · Mireille Enos · Liana Liberato

Synopsis Mia Hall thought the hardest decision she would ever face would be whether to pursue her musical dreams at Juilliard or follow a different path to be with the love of her life, Adam. But what should have been a...

5.4

4K votes

5.4

4K votes

Dear... (TV Series)

2020 · Documentary · United States

Direction R.J. Cutler · Peter McCoubrey · Jennifer Harrington · Abigail Fuller

Cast Oprah Winfrey · Gloria Steinem · Spike Lee · Lin-Manuel Miranda

Synopsis 10 Episodes. Inspired by Apple’s groundbreaking “Dear Apple” spots, “Dear…” takes an inventive and cinematic approach to biographies of the most iconic figures in society today by using letters written by those whose lives have been changed through their work....

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The World According to Dick Cheney

2013 · Documentary · 109 min. · United States

Direction R.J. Cutler

Cast Dick Cheney · George Bush · Condoleezza Rice · Steven Hayward

Synopsis A revealing profile of Dick Cheney, one of the world's most controversial and powerful political figures. Award-winning documentary filmmaker R.J. Cutler gives us a surprisingly personal look into the life of the former Vice President from his early days in...

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Ten Days That Unexpectedly Changed America

2006 · Documentary · 441 min. · United States

Direction Joe Berlinger · R.J. Cutler · Kate Davis · Michael Epstein

Synopsis Ten acclaimed documentary filmmakers offer a fresh, compelling look at 10 pivotal moments in American history and their often unforeseen repercussions.

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A Perfect Candidate

1996 · Documentary · 105 min. · United States

Direction R.J. Cutler · David Van Taylor

Synopsis The filmmakers follow Oliver North's unsuccessful 1994 bid for a Virginia Senate seat, focusing on North's campaign strategist, Mark Goodin, and a Washington Post reporter. Mudslinging ensues.

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Murf the Surf

2023 · Documentary · United States

Direction R.J. Cutler

Cast CJ Deike · Elijah Van Zanten · David Thomas Newman · Isaac J. Conner

Synopsis New York's most infamous jewel thief, Jack Roland Murphy, aka "Murf the Surf."

Not rated

Not rated