Screenplay: Buck Henry

Top movies, series, and documentaries with a screenplay by Buck Henry. Explore the titles that showcase an exceptional writing.


The Graduate

1967 · Movie · 105 min. · United States

Direction Mike Nichols

Cast Dustin Hoffman · Anne Bancroft · Katharine Ross · William Daniels

Synopsis The Graduate (1967) follows the journey of Benjamin Braddock (Dustin Hoffman), a recently graduated college student in the mid-1960s, who finds himself at a crossroads as he navigates the expectations and influences of his affluent family, peers, and acquaintances. Benjamin...

7.5

48K votes

7.5

48K votes

What's Up Doc?

1972 · Movie · 94 min. · United States

Direction Peter Bogdanovich

Cast Barbra Streisand · Ryan O'Neal · Madeline Kahn · Kenneth Mars

Synopsis What's Up Doc? (1972) follows the chaotic adventures of Judy Maxwell, a woman who always seems to find herself in the middle of trouble. This time, her antics revolve around Howard Bannister, a musicologist attending a convention to compete for...

7.1

11K votes

7.1

11K votes

Direction Buck Henry · Mel Brooks · Gary Nelson · Bruce Bilson

Cast Don Adams · Barbara Feldon · Edward Platt · Robert Karvelas

Synopsis Get Smart (TV Series) (1965) is a comedic spy series that aired from 1965 to 1970, spanning 5 seasons and 138 episodes. Created by Mel Brooks and Buck Henry, the show is a satirical take on the James Bond franchise...

6.9

9K votes

6.9

9K votes

Direction Michael J. Di Gaetano · Lawrence Gay · Nick Marck

Cast Don Adams · Barbara Feldon · Andy Dick · Elaine Hendrix

Synopsis Get Smart (TV Series) (1995) follows the comedic misadventures of Zach, the bumbling son of Maxwell Smart, who takes on the role of CONTROL's top agent. Zach, portrayed by Andy Dick, is paired with the unwilling Agent 66, played by...

6.4

2K votes

6.4

2K votes

To Die For

1995 · Movie · 103 min. · United States

Direction Gus Van Sant

Cast Nicole Kidman · Matt Dillon · Joaquin Phoenix · Alison Folland

Synopsis To Die For (1995) centers around Suzanne Stone, an ambitious woman with a burning desire to become a renowned TV personality. Her relentless pursuit of fame leads her down a dark path, where she stops at nothing to achieve her...

6.3

8K votes

6.3

8K votes

Catch-22

1970 · Movie · 121 min. · United States

Direction Mike Nichols

Cast Alan Arkin · Orson Welles · Jon Voight · Anthony Perkins

Synopsis Catch-22 (1970) follows the story of a World War II bombardier who is determined to find a way out of the madness of war. In this chaotic environment, he discovers that sometimes, embracing the absurdity is the only rational response....

6.2

757 votes

6.2

757 votes

Direction Gary Nelson

Cast Don Adams · Barbara Feldon · Bernie Kopell · Dick Gautier

Synopsis Get Smart, Again! (TV) (1989) follows the return of Maxwell Smart to active duty as the nefarious organization KAOS resurfaces, this time wielding a formidable 'weather machine.' Initially tasked with keeping his mission under wraps from his spouse, 99, Max...

5.8

128 votes

5.8

128 votes

Quark (TV Series)

1977 · Series · 30 min. · United States

Direction Hy Averback · Bruce Bilson

Cast Richard Benjamin · Tim Thomerson · Patricia Barnstable · Conrad Janis

Synopsis Quark (TV Series) (1977) follows the comedic escapades of an interstellar waste management team. The show, which aired from 1977 to 1978, centers around the misadventures of a space garbage collector and his eccentric crew as they navigate the challenges...

5.7

48 votes

5.7

48 votes

Direction Herbert Ross

Cast Barbra Streisand · George Segal · Robert Klein · Allen Garfield

Synopsis The Owl and the Pussycat (1970) presents a delightful 1970 adaptation of Bill Manoff's successful Broadway comedy. The film boasts a strong creative team, with Buck Henry penning the screenplay and Herbert Ross (known for "The Turning Point") at the...

5.5

301 votes

5.5

301 votes

The Humbling

2014 · Movie · 112 min. · United States

Direction Barry Levinson

Cast Al Pacino · Greta Gerwig · Dianne Wiest · Kyra Sedgwick

Synopsis The Humbling (2014) unfolds in the serene backdrop of a farm in upstate New York, focusing on the intricate and multifaceted bond between a seasoned, despairing actor and a younger woman. This narrative, adapted from Philip Roth's novel, delves into...

5.4

1K votes

5.4

1K votes

The Day of the Dolphin

1973 · Movie · 104 min. · United States

Direction Mike Nichols

Cast George C. Scott · Trish Van Devere · Paul Sorvino · Fritz Weaver

Synopsis The Day of the Dolphin (1973) follows the thrilling journey of Dr. Jake Terrell, portrayed by George C. Scott, and his wife Maggie, played by Trish Van Devere, as they delve into the fascinating world of dolphin intelligence. The duo,...

5.2

167 votes

5.2

167 votes

Get Smart

2008 · Movie · 110 min. · United States

Direction Peter Segal

Cast Steve Carell · Anne Hathaway · Dwayne Johnson · Alan Arkin

Synopsis Get Smart (2008) follows the adventures of Maxwell Smart, a bumbling yet determined agent for the secret organization CONTROL. Smart, designated as Agent 86, finds himself in a series of high-stakes missions against the nefarious forces of KAOS. Despite his...

5.2

12K votes

5.2

12K votes

The Nude Bomb

1980 · Movie · 94 min. · United States

Direction Clive Donner

Cast Don Adams · Sylvia Kristel · Rhonda Fleming · Dana Elcar

Synopsis The Nude Bomb (1980) follows the adventures of Maxwell Smart, who is summoned back into action to combat a nefarious foe. This antagonist has developed a formidable weapon with the power to obliterate clothing, causing widespread chaos and panic. Smart...

4.8

99 votes

4.8

99 votes

Candy

1968 · Movie · 124 min. · United States

Direction Christian Marquand

Cast Charles Aznavour · Marlon Brando · Richard Burton · James Coburn

Synopsis Candy (1968) follows the journey of a curious and adventurous young woman named Candy as she navigates the complexities of life and love. After graduating from high school, Candy embarks on a quest to find deeper meaning and truth, encountering...

4.6

97 votes

4.6

97 votes

Protocol

1984 · Movie · 96 min. · United States

4.4

369 votes

4.4

369 votes

Town & Country

2001 · Movie · 90 min. · United States

Direction Peter Chelsom

Cast Warren Beatty · Diane Keaton · Andie MacDowell · Goldie Hawn

Synopsis Town & Country (2001) follows the life of Porter Stoddard, a renowned New York architect navigating a complex web of relationships and decisions. At a pivotal moment, Porter's choices lead to a series of unexpected events, some involving his wife...

4.3

978 votes

4.3

978 votes

Direction Gary Nelson · Charles R. Rondeau · Richard Kinon · Hollingsworth Morse

Cast William Daniels · Alice Ghostley · Ann Prentiss · Liam Dunn

Synopsis Captain Nice (TV Series) (1967) follows the adventures of Carter Nash, a chemist working for the police department. He stumbles upon a unique liquid that transforms him into the titular hero, a rather unconventional superhero. Captain Nice is characterized by...

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