Screenplay: Peter Tolan
Top movies, series, and documentaries with a screenplay by Peter Tolan. Explore the titles that showcase an exceptional writing.
Titles found: 22
How to Train Your Dragon
2010 · Movie · 98 min. · United States
Direction Dean DeBlois · Chris Sanders
Synopsis How to Train Your Dragon (2010) is set in a distant Viking era on the rugged Island of Berk, where a young Viking named Hiccup yearns to prove himself in the ongoing battles against dragons that frequently attack their village....
7.2
46K votes
7.2
46K votes
The Larry Sanders Show (TV Series)
1992 · Series · 30 min. · United States
Direction Larry Sanders · Dennis Klein · Todd Holland · Ken Kwapis
Cast Garry Shandling · Jeffrey Tambor · Rip Torn · Wallace Langham
Synopsis The Larry Sanders Show (TV Series) (1992) is a comedic television series that aired from August 1992 to May 1998 on HBO in the United States. The show features Garry Shandling as the self-absorbed and anxious talk show host Larry...
6.4
85 votes
6.4
85 votes
Analyze This
1999 · Movie · 106 min. · United States
Direction Harold Ramis
Cast Robert De Niro · Billy Crystal · Lisa Kudrow · Chazz Palminteri
Synopsis Analyze This (1999) follows the story of Paul Vitti, a formidable figure in New York's criminal underworld. Raised in the mob life, Vitti is groomed by his mentor, Manetta, to take over the reins of his crime family. However, as...
6.3
26K votes
6.3
26K votes
Rescue Me (TV Series)
2004 · Series · 60 min. · United States
Direction Peter Tolan · Denis Leary · Jace Alexander · John Fortenberry
Cast Denis Leary · Mike Lombardi · Jack McGee · Steven Pasquale
Synopsis Rescue Me (TV Series) (2004) is a gripping drama that delves into the complexities of Engine 62, a New York City firehouse, and the personal and emotional struggles of its firefighters in the aftermath of 9/11. The series primarily focuses...
6.2
522 votes
6.2
522 votes
Murphy Brown (TV Series)
1988 · Series · 30 min. · United States
Direction Diane English · Peter Bonerz · Barnet Kellman · Lee Shallat Chemel
Cast Candice Bergen · Faith Ford · Charles Kimbrough · Robert Pastorelli
Synopsis Murphy Brown (TV Series) (1988) follows the life of a tenacious and fiercely independent journalist, Murphy Brown, who navigates the challenges of her career at the FYI News Network while raising her child as a single, working mother. Known for...
6.0
2K votes
6.0
2K votes
Outsiders (TV Series)
2016 · Series · 60 min. · United States
Direction Peter Mattei · Jon Amiel · Michael Trim · Adam Bernstein
Cast David Morse · Ryan Hurst · Phyllis Somerville · Danielle Brickman
Synopsis Outsiders (TV Series) (2016) is a gripping drama that unfolds in the remote and enigmatic landscapes of Appalachia, where a fierce battle for dominance and influence takes center stage. The narrative revolves around the Farrell family, a clan of outsiders...
6.0
176 votes
6.0
176 votes
Just Like Heaven
2005 · Movie · 90 min. · United States
Direction Mark Waters
Cast Reese Witherspoon · Mark Ruffalo · Donal Logue · Jon Heder
Synopsis Just Like Heaven (2005) follows David (Mark Ruffalo), who finds his new San Francisco apartment unexpectedly occupied by Elizabeth (Reese Witherspoon), a woman who insists the place belongs to her. Initially dismissing her claims, David is baffled when Elizabeth vanishes...
5.8
13K votes
5.8
13K votes
Rake (TV Series)
2014 · Series · 42 min. · United States
Direction Peter Duncan · Peter Tolan · Jon Avnet · Paul A. Edwards
Cast Greg Kinnear · Necar Zadegan · Tara Summers · Omar Dorsey
Synopsis Rake (TV Series) (2014) is a gripping legal drama that spans 13 episodes. Inspired by the Australian series of the same name, the show revolves around Keegan Joye, a highly intelligent yet self-destructive criminal defense attorney. Joye's personal struggles and...
5.5
171 votes
5.5
171 votes
My Fellow Americans
1996 · Movie · 101 min. · United States
Direction Peter Segal
Cast Jack Lemmon · James Garner · Dan Aykroyd · John Heard
Synopsis My Fellow Americans (1996) follows the unlikely alliance of two former presidents, Kramer and Douglas, who hail from contrasting political backgrounds. When they are targeted by a conspirator within President Haney's administration, they must join forces to uncover the truth....
5.1
399 votes
5.1
399 votes
Guess Who
2005 · Movie · 106 min. · United States
Direction Kevin Rodney Sullivan
Cast Bernie Mac · Ashton Kutcher · Zoe Saldana · Judith Scott
Synopsis Guess Who (2005) revolves around Percy Jones (Bernie Mac), a man who firmly believes he is always right, particularly when it comes to his family's well-being. When his daughter Theresa (Zoë Saldaña) introduces her new boyfriend, Simon Green (Ashton Kutcher),...
5.1
10K votes
5.1
10K votes
Analyze That
2002 · Movie · 95 min. · United States
Direction Harold Ramis
Cast Robert De Niro · Billy Crystal · Lisa Kudrow · Joe Viterelli
Synopsis Analyze That (2002) follows the return of notorious mobster Paul Vitti to prison, where he realizes he needs professional help to cope with his life outside. He seeks out his former therapist, Dr. Ben Sobel, who is now facing his...
4.9
12K votes
4.9
12K votes
America's Sweethearts
2001 · Movie · 103 min. · United States
Direction Joe Roth
Cast Julia Roberts · Billy Crystal · Catherine Zeta-Jones · John Cusack
Synopsis America's Sweethearts (2001) follows the story of Gwen (Catherine Zeta-Jones) and Eddie (John Cusack), a beloved on-screen and off-screen couple, as they navigate the complexities of their very public breakup. As they embark on a press tour to promote their...
4.8
10K votes
4.8
10K votes
Home Improvement (TV Series)
1991 · Series · 30 min. · United States
Direction Carmen Finestra · David McFadzean · Matt Williams · Andy Cadiff
Cast Tim Allen · Patricia Richardson · Taran Noah Smith · Zachery Ty Bryan
Synopsis Home Improvement (TV Series) (1991) aired from 1991 to 1999, spanning 8 seasons. The show revolves around Tim Taylor (Tim Allen), a man who excels in hosting his TV show "Tool Time" but struggles to maintain control within his own...
4.7
8K votes
4.7
8K votes
Bedazzled
2000 · Movie · 89 min. · United States
Direction Harold Ramis
Cast Brendan Fraser · Elizabeth Hurley · Frances O'Connor · Orlando Jones
Synopsis Bedazzled (2000) follows Elliot Richards, a kind-hearted but socially awkward tech support worker who is deeply in love with his colleague Alison Gardner. Unfortunately, Alison is oblivious to his feelings. In a desperate attempt to win her heart, Elliot makes...
4.4
26K votes
4.4
26K votes
Finding Amanda
2008 · Movie · 100 min. · United States
Direction Peter Tolan
Cast Brittany Snow · Matthew Broderick · Maura Tierney · Peter Facinelli
Synopsis Finding Amanda (2008) centers around TAYLOR PETERS (Matthew Broderick), a television writer and producer who has seen better days. His career has been derailed by compulsive gambling, drug use, and alcoholism, though he has managed to curb his addictions. Taylor...
4.2
294 votes
4.2
294 votes
What Planet are You From?
2000 · Movie · 107 min. · United States
Direction Mike Nichols
Cast Garry Shandling · Annette Bening · Greg Kinnear · Ben Kingsley
4.2
969 votes
4.2
969 votes
Stealing Harvard
2002 · Movie · 90 min. · United States
Direction Bruce McCulloch
Cast Jason Lee · Tom Green · Leslie Mann · Dennis Farina
4.1
446 votes
4.1
446 votes
Carol & Company (TV Series)
1990 · Series · 30 min. · United States
Direction Will Mackenzie · Marian Deaton · Andrew D. Weyman
Cast Carol Burnett · Pat Crawford Brown · Swoosie Kurtz · Marc Grapey
Synopsis Carol & Company (TV Series) (1990) presented a unique twist on Carol's previous variety shows by focusing on a comedy anthology format. The series showcased extended sketches that spanned the entire episode, with each cast member taking on diverse roles...
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Good Advice (TV Series)
1993 · Series · 30 min. · United States
Direction Danny Jacobson · Norma Safford Vela · Barnet Kellman · Ted Bessel
Cast Shelley Long · Treat Williams · Ross Malinger · George Wyner
Synopsis Good Advice (TV Series) (1993) follows the story of Susan DeRuzza, a dedicated marriage counselor who finds herself in an unexpected situation when she is forced to share her office space with Jack Harold, a sharp-tongued divorce attorney. The close...
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The Jim Gaffigan Show (TV Series)
2015 · Series · 30 min. · United States
Direction Jim Gaffigan · Peter Tolan · Todd Biermann · Steven K. Tsuchida
Cast Jim Gaffigan · Ashley Williams · Michael Ian Black · Adam Goldberg
Synopsis The Jim Gaffigan Show (TV Series) (2015) follows the comedic journey of a married couple navigating the challenges of raising their five children in a cramped two-bedroom apartment located in the heart of New York City. The series delves into...
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