Screenplay: James Bridges
Top movies, series, and documentaries with a screenplay by James Bridges. Explore the titles that showcase an exceptional writing.
Titles found: 14
The Paper Chase (TV Series)
1978 · Series · 60 min. · United States
Direction Jack Bender · Ralph Senensky · Corey Allen
Cast John Houseman · James Stephens · Tom Fitzsimmons · James Keane
Synopsis The Paper Chase (TV Series) (1978) follows a group of ambitious law students as they navigate the challenges of their daily lives and strive to excel in the rigorous environment of law school. Characters such as Hart, Ford, and Bell...
7.2
37 votes
7.2
37 votes
White Hunter, Black Heart
1990 · Movie · 110 min. · United States
Direction Clint Eastwood
Cast Clint Eastwood · Jeff Fahey · George Dzundza · Alun Armstrong
Synopsis White Hunter, Black Heart (1990) is set in 1951 and follows the story of a renowned film director, Wilson, portrayed by Clint Eastwood. Wilson enlists the help of his old friend, writer Pete Verrill, played by Jeff Fahey, for his...
7.0
8K votes
7.0
8K votes
The China Syndrome
1979 · Movie · 123 min. · United States
Direction James Bridges
Cast Michael Douglas · Jane Fonda · Jack Lemmon · Scott Brady
Synopsis The China Syndrome (1979) follows a tenacious journalist, Kimberly Wells, who stumbles upon a catastrophic event while investigating alternative energy sources. During her reporting, she witnesses a major accident at a nuclear power plant. Driven by her commitment to truth,...
6.7
4K votes
6.7
4K votes
Alfred Hitchcock Presents - Pilot Episode (TV)
1985 · Movie · 100 min. · United States
Direction Steve De Jarnatt · Joel Oliansky · Randa Haines · Fred Walton
Cast John Huston · Melanie Griffith · Steven Bauer · Tippi Hedren
Synopsis Alfred Hitchcock Presents - Pilot Episode (TV) (1985) features a collection of four iconic tales originally from the 1955 series, reimagined for the inaugural episode of the new show. The episodes included are "Incident in a Small Jail," "Man from...
6.7
71 votes
6.7
71 votes
The Paper Chase
1973 · Movie · 111 min. · United States
Direction James Bridges
Cast Timothy Bottoms · Lindsay Wagner · John Houseman · Graham Beckel
Synopsis The Paper Chase (1973) follows the journey of Hart, a first-year law student at Harvard who finds himself grappling with the intense pressures of his academic pursuits and personal life. Hart is determined to excel under the tutelage of his...
6.3
261 votes
6.3
261 votes
Colossus: The Forbin Project
1970 · Movie · 100 min. · United States
Direction Joseph Sargent
Cast Eric Braeden · William Schallert · Susan Clark · Gordon Pinsent
Synopsis Colossus: The Forbin Project (1970) follows the story of Dr. Charles Forbin (Eric Braeden), who brings to life his groundbreaking invention, a super-computer named Colossus. This advanced system is engineered to oversee and manage all US military operations. Once operational,...
6.2
625 votes
6.2
625 votes
The Appaloosa
1966 · Movie · 98 min. · United States
Direction Sidney J. Furie
Cast Marlon Brando · John Saxon · Anjanette Comer · Frank Silvera
Synopsis The Appaloosa (1966) is a Western film set in the 1870s, featuring Marlon Brando as a solitary individual who aims to transform his life by becoming a horse breeder, focusing on the vibrant Appaloosas. When one of his cherished horses...
5.9
727 votes
5.9
727 votes
Urban Cowboy
1980 · Movie · 132 min. · United States
Direction James Bridges
Cast John Travolta · Debra Winger · Scott Glenn · Cooper Huckabee
Synopsis Urban Cowboy (1980) follows the story of Bud, portrayed by John Travolta, a young man from the countryside who relocates to Houston in search of employment at an oil refinery. He crosses paths with Sissy, played by Debra Winger, a...
5.2
834 votes
5.2
834 votes
Mike's Murder
1984 · Movie · 109 min. · United States
Direction James Bridges
Cast Debra Winger · Mark Keyloun · Darrell Larson · Paul Winfield
Synopsis Mike's Murder (1984) follows the story of Betty, a young woman who develops feelings for her tennis coach, Mike. Despite his repeated promises to call, Betty is unaware that Mike is involved in the illicit drug trade. After a botched...
4.4
27 votes
4.4
27 votes
Perfect
1985 · Movie · 120 min. · United States
Direction James Bridges
Cast John Travolta · Jamie Lee Curtis · Anne DeSalvo · Jann Wenner
Synopsis Perfect (1985) follows the story of a dedicated aerobics instructor who crosses paths with a journalist. The journalist is assigned to write an article on the fitness craze sweeping through health clubs. Their initial encounter is far from romantic, but...
4.0
397 votes
4.0
397 votes
September 30, 1955
1977 · Movie · 101 min. · United States
Direction James Bridges
Cast Richard Thomas · Susan Tyrrell · Deborah Benson · Lisa Blount
Synopsis September 30, 1955 (1977) delves into the profound impact of James Dean's sudden passing on a small Arkansas college community. The narrative centers around Jimmy J., a young man deeply inspired by Dean's star power. As the town grapples with...
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The Baby Maker
1970 · Movie · 109 min. · United States
Direction James Bridges
Cast Barbara Hershey · Collin Wilcox Paxton · Sam Groom · Scott Glenn
Synopsis The Baby Maker (1970) follows the story of Tish Gray, who, after giving up her first child for adoption, is approached by another couple struggling with infertility. The couple, desperate for a child, asks Tish to carry their husband's baby...
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Limbo
1972 · Movie · 112 min. · United States
Direction Mark Robson
Cast Kate Jackson · Katherine Justice · Stuart Margolin · Hazel Medina
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When Michael Calls (TV)
1972 · Movie · 73 min. · United States
Direction Philip Leacock
Cast Ben Gazzara · Elizabeth Ashley · Michael Douglas · Karen Pearson
Synopsis When Michael Calls (TV) (1972) follows Helen, a woman who is repeatedly contacted by a mysterious caller who identifies himself as her nephew Michael. The unsettling calls are particularly disturbing because Michael passed away 15 years prior. The caller, who...
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