Soundtrack: Herschel Burke Gilbert

Direction Fritz Lang

Cast Dana Andrews · Ida Lupino · George Sanders · Rhonda Fleming

Synopsis While the City Sleeps (1956) follows the tense atmosphere of New York City as a serial killer targets and murders beautiful women. The city's media landscape is shaken when the new proprietor of a prominent media conglomerate presents a high-stakes...

Direction Fritz Lang

Cast Dana Andrews · Joan Fontaine · Sidney Blackmer · Arthur Franz

Synopsis Beyond a Reasonable Doubt (1956) follows a writer who deliberately puts himself in a murder case to expose the flaws in circumstantial evidence. He arranges for a friend to withhold crucial evidence, planning to reveal it at the last moment...

Direction Arnold Laven

Cast Richard Egan · Jan Sterling · Dan Duryea · Julie Adams

Synopsis Slaughter on Tenth Avenue (1957) follows the aftermath of a brutal murder where three men assassinate Solly Pitts, a defiant figure within the corrupt Longshoremen's Union. As Pitts lies dying, he confides in his wife that 'Cockeye' Cook was one...

Direction Don Siegel

Cast Neville Brand · Emile Meyer · Frank Faylen · Leo Gordon

Synopsis Riot in Cell Block 11 (1954) is a gripping film that delves into the harsh realities of prison life, inspired by the personal experiences of producer Walter Wanger. After serving a prison sentence for shooting a man he suspected of...

Direction Arnold Laven

Cast Adam Williams · Meg Randall · Edward Binns · Harlan Warde

Synopsis Without Warning! (1952) follows the chilling tale of Carl Martin, a troubled and unstable gardener in Los Angeles. Driven by a desire for vengeance against his unfaithful wife, Martin embarks on a murderous spree targeting blonde women. The film begins...

Direction Maxwell Shane

Cast Edward G. Robinson · Kevin McCarthy · Connie Russell · Virginia Christine

Synopsis Nightmare (1956) follows the gripping tale of a musician who is hypnotized and manipulated into carrying out a criminal act. Upon regaining consciousness, he becomes determined to uncover the truth behind his actions. With the assistance of his brother-in-law, a...

Direction Arnold Laven

Cast Edward G. Robinson · Paulette Goddard · K.T. Stevens · Porter Hall

Synopsis Vice Squad (1953) follows the relentless pursuit of Captain Barnaby after a police officer is shot during the arrest of a car thief. Utilizing his extensive skills and network, Barnaby not only tracks down the perpetrators but also stumbles upon...

Direction Otto Preminger

Cast William Holden · David Niven · Maggie McNamara · Tom Tully

Synopsis The Moon Is Blue (1953) follows the story of Don Gresham, a prosperous architect played by William Holden, who encounters a young actress, Patty O'Neill, portrayed by Maggie McNamara, atop the iconic Empire State Building. After a brief chat, Patty...

Direction Russell Rouse

Cast Ray Milland · Martin Gabel · Harry Bronson · Rita Vale

Synopsis The Thief (1952) follows a nuclear physicist who, after a fortuitous incident, finds himself under the watchful eye of the FBI while attempting to sell highly confidential information to Russian agents. The film's unique appeal lies in its complete absence...

Direction Roy Rowland

Cast Barbara Stanwyck · George Sanders · Gary Merrill · Jesse White

Synopsis Witness to Murder (1954) follows Cheryl Draper (Barbara Stanwyck), who observes a murder from her bedroom window, but faces disbelief from others. The cunning assassin (George Sanders) initially attempts to discredit her by making her appear mentally unstable. However, Cheryl...

Direction Edgar G. Ulmer

Cast Arthur Kennedy · Betta St. John · Eugene Iglesias · Charlita

Synopsis The Naked Dawn (1955) unfolds in the vibrant landscapes of Mexico, centering around Manuel, a humble yet dignified farmer, and his spouse Maria. The narrative takes a dramatic turn when the smooth-talking wanderer Santiago attempts to lure Manuel into a...

Direction Joseph H. Lewis · Arnold Laven · Arthur H. Nadel · Gene Nelson

Cast Chuck Connors · Johnny Crawford · Paul Fix · Bill Quinn

Synopsis The Rifleman (TV Series) (1958) follows the thrilling escapades of a frontier rancher who is renowned for his exceptional marksmanship with a specially modified Winchester rifle. Set in the untamed landscapes of the American West, the series delves into the...

Direction Ewald André Dupont

Cast John Ireland · Mercedes McCambridge · James Barton · Emlyn Williams

Synopsis The Scarf (1951) follows the harrowing journey of a man who has recently escaped from a mental institution. Desperate to clear his name, he embarks on a mission to demonstrate his innocence, as he is wrongly accused of being a...

Direction Jack Arnold · Leslie Goodwins · Gary Nelson · Jerry Hopper

Cast Bob Denver · Alan Hale Jr. · Jim Backus · Natalie Schafer

Synopsis Gilligan's Island (TV Series) (1964) was a beloved American television sitcom that aired from 1964 to 1967, spanning three seasons and 98 episodes. Produced by United Artists Television, the series chronicled the humorous escapades of seven individuals stranded on a...

Direction George Sherman

Cast Dana Andrews · Kent Smith · Nestor Paiva · Henry Brandon

Synopsis Comanche (1956) unfolds the untold saga of the final significant Indian conflict, captured with the expansive grandeur of CinemaScope. The narrative delves into the intense struggle between the U.S. Cavalry and the Comanche tribe, as they clash in a pivotal...

Direction Matt Cimber

Cast Millie Perkins · Lonny Chapman · Vanessa Brown · Peggy Feury

Synopsis The Witch Who Came from the Sea (1976) follows the unsettling journey of a troubled woman who is relentlessly pursued by the ghosts of her past. Her childhood trauma, marked by abuse, resurfaces with a vengeance, driving her to commit...

Direction Arnold Laven

Cast Burt Reynolds · Angie Dickinson · Clint Walker · Ossie Davis

Synopsis Sam Whiskey (1969) follows the adventures of a versatile and skilled individual, Sam Whiskey, portrayed by Burt Reynolds. When the alluring widow Laura, played by Angie Dickinson, presents him with an enticing offer, he finds himself in a dilemma. The...

Direction Louis King

Cast Robert Stack · Coleen Gray · Richard Arlen · Julie Bishop

Synopsis Sabre Jet (1953) unfolds the narrative of jet pilots stationed in Korea, operating from Itazuke Air Base in Japan, and their wives who await their return with a warm dinner. The plot thickens with the arrival of Jane Carter (Coleen...

Direction Robert Butler

Cast June Allyson · Don Rickles · Ron Brogan · Wilma Francis

Synopsis The DuPont Show with June Allyson (TV Series) (1959) is an American anthology drama series that was broadcast on CBS from September 21, 1959, to April 3, 1961, with reruns extending until June 12, 1961. The show was presented by...

Direction Kurt Neumann

Cast Gerald Mohr · Rita Moreno · Lalo Rios · Robert Arthur

Synopsis The Ring (1952) follows the journey of a young Mexican-American man living in East Los Angeles who turns to the boxing ring as a means to improve his life and support his family. As he navigates the challenges of the...