Screenplay: James Bridges

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


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

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

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

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

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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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