Cast: Mel Gibson

Top movies, series, and documentaries starring Mel Gibson. Uncover the most acclaimed works, loved by fans and praised by critics.


Braveheart

1995 · Movie · 177 min. · United States

Direction Mel Gibson

Cast Mel Gibson · Sophie Marceau · Patrick McGoohan · Angus MacFadyen

Synopsis Braveheart (1995) is a historical epic that draws inspiration from the life of the famed 13th-century Scottish hero, William Wallace. After returning to his native Scotland following the passing of a childless monarch, Wallace (Mel Gibson) encounters a tumultuous political...

8.0

151K votes

8.0

151K votes

Gallipoli

1981 · Movie · 110 min. · Australia

Direction Peter Weir

Cast Mel Gibson · Mark Lee · Bill Hunter · Robert Grubb

Synopsis Gallipoli (1981) delves into the intense bond between two young Australian soldiers amidst the brutal backdrop of World War I. The narrative unfolds on the Turkish front in 1915, where the film masterfully intertwines historical events with a gripping dramatic...

7.1

7K votes

7.1

7K votes

The Year of Living Dangerously

1982 · Movie · 115 min. · Australia

Direction Peter Weir

Cast Mel Gibson · Sigourney Weaver · Linda Hunt · Michael Murphy

Synopsis The Year of Living Dangerously (1982) unfolds in Indonesia amidst the tumultuous events of the 1965 coup against President Sukarno. The story centers around Guy Hamilton (Mel Gibson), an Australian journalist navigating the chaotic landscape. Hamilton's detached and sometimes flippant...

6.9

14K votes

6.9

14K votes

Lethal Weapon

1987 · Movie · 105 min. · United States

Direction Richard Donner

Cast Mel Gibson · Danny Glover · Gary Busey · Mitchell Ryan

Synopsis Lethal Weapon (1987) introduces us to a dynamic duo in the world of law enforcement. Martin Riggs, portrayed by Mel Gibson, is a high-stakes undercover officer grappling with personal demons. His steadfast partner, Roger Murtaugh, played by Danny Glover, is...

6.7

83K votes

6.7

83K votes

Dragged Across Concrete

2018 · Movie · 159 min. · United States

Direction S. Craig Zahler

Cast Mel Gibson · Vince Vaughn · Tory Kittles · Laurie Holden

Synopsis Dragged Across Concrete (2018) follows the journey of two law enforcement officers, a seasoned veteran (Gibson) and his impulsive junior partner (Vaughn), who are placed on suspension after a video exposing their aggressive policing methods goes viral. Struggling financially and...

6.7

4K votes

6.7

4K votes

Mad Max 2: The Road Warrior

1981 · Movie · 92 min. · Australia

Direction George Miller

Cast Mel Gibson · Bruce Spence · Michael Preston · Vernon Wells

Synopsis Mad Max 2: The Road Warrior (1981) follows the journey of Max, a former law enforcer who now roams the desolate Australian wasteland in the aftermath of a catastrophic nuclear conflict. His primary goal is to secure the highly valuable...

6.6

22K votes

6.6

22K votes

Mad Max

1979 · Movie · 90 min. · Australia

Direction George Miller

Cast Mel Gibson · Joanne Samuel · Steve Bisley · Hugh Keays-Byrne

Synopsis Mad Max (1979) follows the story of Max Rockatansky, a dedicated officer in the Main Force Patrol, a formidable future highway patrol unit. During a thrilling high-speed pursuit, Max takes down The Nightrider, a dangerous escaped criminal. In retaliation, The...

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6.6

64K votes

6.6

64K votes

Direction Greg Coolidge · Shawn Simmons · Kirk Ward · Albert Hughes

Cast Colin Woodell · Mel Gibson · Ben Robson · Mishel Prada

Synopsis The Continental: From the World of John Wick (2023) is a gripping TV miniseries spanning 3 episodes, delving into the backstory of the legendary 'hotel for assassins' that lies at the heart of the John Wick universe. The narrative unfolds...

6.5

3K votes

6.5

3K votes

Payback: Straight Up

2006 · Movie · 90 min. · United States

Direction Brian Helgeland

Cast Mel Gibson · Maria Bello · James Coburn · Jack Conley

Synopsis Payback: Straight Up (2006) is the director's cut of a film that was initially released seven years prior, allowing director Brian Helgeland to restore his original vision after studio interference and extensive reshoots. This version brings back the gritty, '70s...

6.4

784 votes

6.4

784 votes

The Patriot

2000 · Movie · 158 min. · United States

Direction Roland Emmerich

Cast Mel Gibson · Heath Ledger · Joely Richardson · Jason Isaacs

Synopsis The Patriot (2000) is set in the year 1776 in South Carolina, where a former military hero, Benjamin Martin (Mel Gibson), has chosen to abandon his fighting days to focus on raising his family in tranquility. On his expansive plantation,...

6.4

39K votes

6.4

39K votes

Hamlet

1990 · Movie · 135 min. · United States

Direction Franco Zeffirelli

Cast Mel Gibson · Glenn Close · Alan Bates · Paul Scofield

Synopsis Hamlet (1990) follows the tale of Prince Hamlet (Mel Gibson) who journeys back to his homeland in Denmark upon learning of his father's untimely demise. Upon his return, he discovers that his mother, Gertrude (Glenn Close), has swiftly remarried his...

6.2

4K votes

6.2

4K votes

The Professor and the Madman

2019 · Movie · 124 min. · United States

Direction Farhad Safinia

Cast Mel Gibson · Sean Penn · Natalie Dormer · Stephen Dillane

Synopsis The Professor and the Madman (2019) follows the extraordinary journey of a dedicated professor tasked with compiling words for the inaugural edition of the Oxford English Dictionary in the mid-19th century. In a surprising turn of events, the professor receives...

6.2

2K votes

6.2

2K votes

The Bounty

1984 · Movie · 132 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Roger Donaldson

Cast Mel Gibson · Anthony Hopkins · Laurence Olivier · Edward Fox

Synopsis The Bounty (1984) presents the well-known tale of Lieutenant Bligh, whose harsh treatment sparks a rebellion on his vessel. This adaptation delves into Fletcher Christian's endeavors to keep his crew out of the grasp of British justice, as well as...

6.2

4K votes

6.2

4K votes

Maverick

1994 · Movie · 129 min. · United States

Direction Richard Donner

Cast Mel Gibson · Jodie Foster · James Garner · James Coburn

Synopsis Maverick (1994) follows the adventures of Bret Maverick, a skilled poker player known for his quick wit and even quicker draw. Unlike other gamblers, Maverick prefers to outsmart his opponents rather than resort to violence. His ultimate goal is to...

6.1

18K votes

6.1

18K votes

The River

1984 · Movie · 122 min. · United States

Direction Mark Rydell

Cast Mel Gibson · Sissy Spacek · Shane Bailey · Becky Jo Lynch

Synopsis The River (1984) follows the story of Mae and Tom Garvey, portrayed by Sissy Spacek and Mel Gibson, who are farmers navigating the challenges of the mid-1980s. Their lives are threatened by bankers, real estate agents, and the forces of...

6.1

2K votes

6.1

2K votes

Get the Gringo

2012 · Movie · 95 min. · United States

Direction Adrian Grunberg

Cast Mel Gibson · Kevin Hernández · Daniel Giménez Cacho · Jesús Ochoa

Synopsis Get the Gringo (2012) follows the journey of a hardened criminal, played by Mel Gibson, who finds himself apprehended by Mexican law enforcement and subsequently incarcerated in a notoriously brutal prison. Within the grim confines of his new environment, he...

6.1

11K votes

6.1

11K votes

Payback

1999 · Movie · 100 min. · United States

Direction Brian Helgeland

Cast Mel Gibson · Gregg Henry · Maria Bello · David Paymer

Synopsis Payback (1999) follows Porter (Mel Gibson), who is lured into a high-stakes robbery by his former associate, Val (Gregg Henry). The target is $130,000 in illicit funds from Chinese Triads, a job that promises no police involvement. The operation seems...

6.1

12K votes

6.1

12K votes

We Were Soldiers

2002 · Movie · 138 min. · United States

Direction Randall Wallace

Cast Mel Gibson · Madeleine Stowe · Sam Elliott · Greg Kinnear

Synopsis We Were Soldiers (2002) chronicles the harrowing true account of one of the most brutal engagements in U.S. military history. In November 1965, Lt. Col. Hal Moore (Mel Gibson) and his 400 troops landed in a clearing within the Ia...

6.0

12K votes

6.0

12K votes

Conspiracy Theory

1997 · Movie · 135 min. · United States

Direction Richard Donner

Cast Mel Gibson · Julia Roberts · Patrick Stewart · Cylk Cozart

Synopsis Conspiracy Theory (1997) follows the chaotic journey of a New York City taxi driver, known for his eccentric beliefs and self-published conspiracy newsletter. His zine catches the attention of shadowy government figures, resulting in the mysterious deaths of all five...

6.0

15K votes

6.0

15K votes

Lethal Weapon 2

1989 · Movie · 110 min. · United States

Direction Richard Donner

Cast Mel Gibson · Danny Glover · Joe Pesci · Joss Ackland

Synopsis Lethal Weapon 2 (1989) follows the dynamic duo of Martin Riggs (Mel Gibson) and Roger Murtaugh (Danny Glover), who are tasked with safeguarding a crucial witness, Leo Getz (Joe Pesci). As they delve deeper into the case, they uncover a...

6.0

50K votes

6.0

50K votes