Screenplay: Larry McMurtry
Top movies, series, and documentaries with a screenplay by Larry McMurtry. Explore the titles that showcase an exceptional writing.
Titles found: 20
The Last Picture Show
1971 · Movie · 118 min. · United States
Direction Peter Bogdanovich
Cast Timothy Bottoms · Jeff Bridges · Cybill Shepherd · Ben Johnson
Synopsis The Last Picture Show (1971) unfolds as a poignant coming-of-age narrative set in the 1950s, centering around the lives of best friends Sonny Crawford (Timothy Bottoms) and Duane Jackson (Jeff Bridges). The story delves into their evolving relationships and personal...
7.8
8K votes
7.8
8K votes
Lonesome Dove (TV Miniseries)
1989 · Series · 384 min. · United States
Direction Simon Wincer
Cast Robert Duvall · Tommy Lee Jones · Danny Glover · Diane Lane
Synopsis Lonesome Dove (TV Miniseries) (1989) follows the epic journey of two seasoned Texas Rangers, Augustus McCrae (Robert Duvall) and Woodrow Call (Tommy Lee Jones), as they embark on a perilous adventure to drive a herd of stolen cattle from the...
7.4
435 votes
7.4
435 votes
Hud
1963 · Movie · 107 min. · United States
Direction Martin Ritt
Cast Paul Newman · Melvyn Douglas · Patricia Neal · Brandon De Wilde
Synopsis Hud (1963) follows the story of Hud Bannon, a reckless and unscrupulous young man who leaves a trail of destruction in his wake. Hud epitomizes the disaffected youth of his time, seeking thrills without considering the repercussions. A deep-seated conflict...
7.2
2K votes
7.2
2K votes
Brokeback Mountain
2005 · Movie · 134 min. · United States
Direction Ang Lee
Cast Heath Ledger · Jake Gyllenhaal · Anne Hathaway · Michelle Williams
Synopsis Brokeback Mountain (2005) follows the journey of two young men, Ennis del Mar and Jack Twist, who cross paths during the summer of 1963 while working as sheepherders in the rugged, high-altitude grasslands of Wyoming. Ennis, a ranch hand, and...
7.0
77K votes
7.0
77K votes
Terms of Endearment
1983 · Movie · 130 min. · United States
Direction James L. Brooks
Cast Debra Winger · Shirley MacLaine · Jack Nicholson · Danny DeVito
Synopsis Terms of Endearment (1983) explores the intricate and often tumultuous bond between a mother, played by Shirley MacLaine, and her daughter, portrayed by Debra Winger. The narrative spans three decades, chronicling their journey as they navigate the ups and downs...
6.8
21K votes
6.8
21K votes
Comanche Moon (TV Miniseries)
2008 · Movie · 360 min. · United States
Direction Simon Wincer
Cast Val Kilmer · Steve Zahn · Troy Baker · Linda Cardellini
Synopsis Comanche Moon (TV Miniseries) (2008) follows the early adventures of Texas Rangers Augustus McCrae (Steve Zahn) and Woodrow F. Call (Karl Urban) as they navigate the complexities of adulthood. Gus grapples with his deep affection for Clara (Linda Cardellini), while...
6.5
23 votes
6.5
23 votes
Joe Bell
2020 · Movie · 90 min. · United States
Direction Reinaldo Marcus Green
Cast Mark Wahlberg · Reid Miller · Connie Britton · Gary Sinise
Synopsis Joe Bell (2020) follows Joe, portrayed by Mark Wahlberg, as he embarks on a transformative journey after his teenage son Jadin, a gifted and vibrant young gay man, faces relentless bullying at his high school. Initially, Joe's reluctant acceptance of...
6.0
460 votes
6.0
460 votes
Texasville
1990 · Movie · 125 min. · United States
Direction Peter Bogdanovich
Cast Jeff Bridges · Cybill Shepherd · Annie Potts · Timothy Bottoms
Synopsis Texasville (1990) Director Peter Bogdanovich returns to the familiar terrain of small-town Texas in the highly anticipated follow-up to his 1971 classic THE LAST PICTURE SHOW. Over three decades have passed since Duane Jackson (Jeff Bridges), Sonny Crawford (Timothy Bottoms),...
5.9
659 votes
5.9
659 votes
Return to Lonesome Dove (TV Miniseries)
1993 · Movie · 322 min. · United States
Direction Mike Robe
Cast Jon Voight · Barbara Hershey · Rick Schroder · William Petersen
Synopsis Return to Lonesome Dove (TV Miniseries) (1993) follows Captain Call as he lays Gus to rest in Lonesome Dove and sets his sights on returning to his Montana ranch. En route, he encounters a herd of wild Mustangs and, with...
5.9
23 votes
5.9
23 votes
Buffalo Girls (TV)
1995 · Movie · 180 min. · United States
Direction Rod Hardy
Cast Anjelica Huston · Melanie Griffith · Gabriel Byrne · Peter Coyote
Synopsis Buffalo Girls (TV) (1995) follows the daring adventures of the outspoken Calamity Jane Canary and her notable companions. Set in the closing era of the Wild West, Jane, a rugged and resilient cowgirl, embarks on a journey to find her...
5.5
39 votes
5.5
39 votes
Streets of Laredo (TV Miniseries)
1995 · Series · 300 min. · United States
Direction Joseph Sargent
Cast James Garner · Sissy Spacek · Sam Shepard · Ned Beatty
Synopsis Streets of Laredo (TV Miniseries) (1995) follows the journey of Captain Woodrow Call, who has left his Ranger duties behind to become a bounty hunter. He is contracted by an eastern railroad tycoon to pursue Joey Garza, a young and...
5.2
63 votes
5.2
63 votes
Dead Man's Walk (TV Miniseries)
1996 · Series · 272 min. · United States
Direction Yves Simoneau
Cast F. Murray Abraham · Keith Carradine · Patricia Childress · Brian Dennehy
5.0
46 votes
5.0
46 votes
The Evening Star
1996 · Movie · 129 min. · United States
Direction Robert Harling
Cast Shirley MacLaine · Bill Paxton · Juliette Lewis · Miranda Richardson
Synopsis The Evening Star (1996) continues the narrative from the 1983 film "Terms of Endearment," offering a dramatic sequel that is somewhat over-the-top but made engaging by Shirley MacLaine's captivating performance. Marion Ross, known for her role as Mrs. Cunningham on...
4.9
830 votes
4.9
830 votes
Johnson County War (TV)
2002 · Movie · 240 min. · United States
Direction David S. Cass Sr.
Cast Tom Berenger · Luke Perry · Adam Storke · Michelle Forbes
4.2
40 votes
4.2
40 votes
Lovin' Molly
1974 · Movie · 98 min. · United States
Direction Sidney Lumet
Cast Anthony Perkins · Beau Bridges · Blythe Danner · Edward Binns
Synopsis Lovin' Molly (1974) chronicles the enduring rivalry between two Texas farm boys, the responsible Gid and the easy-going Johnny, as they vie for the heart of the captivating and independent Molly Taylor. Set against the backdrop of nearly four decades,...
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Direction Allan Kroeker · Brad Turner · Ken Jubenvill · George Mendeluk
Cast Scott Bairstow · Eric McCormack · Kelly Rowan · Paul Johansson
Synopsis Lonesome Dove: The Outlaw Years (TV Series) (1995) kicks off two years following the conclusion of the original series. After a period marked by bounty hunting, womanizing, and drowning his sorrows over the loss of his wife, Hannah, Newt Call...
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Montana (TV)
1990 · Movie · 100 min. · United States
Direction William A. Graham
Cast Gena Rowlands · Richard Crenna · Lea Thompson · Justin Deas
Synopsis Montana (TV) (1990) follows the story of Hoyce and Bess Guthrie, a couple deeply rooted in the ranching life of Montana. Their long-standing marriage faces a significant turning point when an oil company extends an offer to purchase their land....
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The Murder of Mary Phagan (TV Miniseries)
1988 · Movie · 251 min. · United States
Direction William Hale
Cast Jack Lemmon · Richard Jordan · Robert Prosky · Peter Gallagher
Synopsis The Murder of Mary Phagan (TV Miniseries) (1988) is a gripping drama based on actual events that unfolded in Atlanta during 1913. The story revolves around the brutal murder of a 13-year-old girl within the confines of the factory where...
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Direction Donald Shebib · Sidney J. Furie · Mark Sobel · Michael Keusch
Cast Scott Bairstow · Christianne Hirt · Eric McCormack · Paul Le Mat
Synopsis Lonesome Dove: The Series (TV Series) (1994) follows the journey of Newt Call as he navigates his path through life. Throughout his adventures, Newt becomes involved in pivotal moments of the Western frontier, crossing paths with some of the era's...
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Falling from Grace
1992 · Movie · 100 min. · United States
Direction John Mellencamp
Cast John Mellencamp · Mariel Hemingway · Claude Akins · Dub Taylor
Synopsis Falling from Grace (1992) follows the narrative of a renowned rock singer, portrayed by John Mellencamp, who also makes his acting and directorial debut in this film. The story, inspired by the life of Mellencamp, revolves around a country music...
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