Cast: John Travolta

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


Pulp Fiction

1994 · Movie · 153 min. · United States

Direction Quentin Tarantino

Cast John Travolta · Samuel L. Jackson · Uma Thurman · Bruce Willis

Synopsis Pulp Fiction (1994) is a cinematic masterpiece that masterfully intertwines three distinct narratives. The first storyline centers around Vincent Vega (John Travolta) and Jules Winnfield (Samuel L. Jackson), two seasoned hitmen working for the notorious crime lord, Marsellus Wallace (Ving...

8.6

199K votes

8.6

199K votes

Direction Scott Alexander · Larry Karaszewski · Ryan Murphy · Anthony Hemingway

Cast Cuba Gooding Jr. · John Travolta · Sarah Paulson · Courtney B. Vance

Synopsis American Crime Story: The People v. O.J. Simpson (TV Miniseries) (2016) delves into a pivotal moment in American history, exploring the nation's collective memory of O.J. Simpson's infamous low-speed chase in a white Bronco through Los Angeles. This gripping miniseries...

7.6

10K votes

7.6

10K votes

Brando (TV)

2007 · Documentary · 165 min. · United States

Direction Leslie Greif · Mimi Freedman

Cast Marlon Brando · Robert Duvall · Martin Scorsese · Al Pacino

Synopsis Brando (TV) (2007) delves into the life and career of the legendary Marlon Brando, offering a fresh perspective on the iconic actor. This documentary explores Brando's distinctive voice, striking appearance, and eccentric personality, while also delving into the intricate inner...

7.4

349 votes

7.4

349 votes

Direction Alex Gibney

Cast Jason Beghe · Paul Haggis · Tom Cruise · John Travolta

Synopsis Going Clear: Scientology and the Prison of Belief (2015) delves into the controversial world of the Church of Scientology, examining the organization's methods and the purported misdeeds it has been accused of. Directed by Alex Gibney, this documentary is adapted...

7.2

2K votes

7.2

2K votes

The Thin Red Line

1998 · Movie · 163 min. · United States

Direction Terrence Malick

Cast Sean Penn · Jim Caviezel · Nick Nolte · Elias Koteas

Synopsis The Thin Red Line (1998) unfolds in 1942 on the island of Guadalcanal, where American troops set foot with the objective of reclaiming it from Japanese control. Initially, they face no opposition, but as C for Charlie Company delves into...

7.1

66K votes

7.1

66K votes

Grease

1978 · Movie · 110 min. · United States

Direction Randal Kleiser

Cast John Travolta · Olivia Newton-John · Stockard Channing · Jeff Conaway

Synopsis Grease (1978) is a vibrant adaptation of the beloved musical, capturing the essence of high school romance and the iconic coolness of the 1950s. The story revolves around Danny (John Travolta) and Sandy (Olivia Newton-John), who enjoy a passionate summer...

7.1

99K votes

7.1

99K votes

Carrie

1976 · Movie · 97 min. · United States

Direction Brian De Palma

Cast Sissy Spacek · Piper Laurie · Amy Irving · William Katt

Synopsis Carrie (1976) follows the story of Carrie White, a shy and isolated high school student who is the daughter of a devoutly religious mother. During a traumatic incident in the school locker room, Carrie experiences her first menstrual period and,...

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7.0

55K votes

7.0

55K votes

Blow Out

1981 · Movie · 107 min. · United States

Direction Brian De Palma

Cast John Travolta · Nancy Allen · John Lithgow · Dennis Franz

Synopsis Blow Out (1981) follows the gripping tale of a sound effects technician who inadvertently captures audio evidence of a political assassination disguised as a car accident. As he delves deeper into the incident, he realizes the true extent of the...

6.7

6K votes

6.7

6K votes

Casting By

2012 · Documentary · 89 min. · United States

Direction Tom Donahue

Cast Jeff Bridges · Robert De Niro · Robert Duvall · Clint Eastwood

Synopsis Casting By (2012) delves into the pivotal role of casting directors in the film industry, with a particular emphasis on the trailblazing career of Marion Dougherty. Beginning her journey in the late 1940s, Dougherty played a crucial part in launching...

6.7

247 votes

6.7

247 votes

Direction Shainee Gabel

Cast John Travolta · Scarlett Johansson · Deborah Kara Unger · Gabriel Macht

Synopsis A Love Song for Bobby Long (2004) follows the journey of Purslane Hominy Will, a disillusioned teenage outcast, who journeys back to her hometown of New Orleans after learning of her mother's passing. She anticipates finding an empty house but...

6.6

7K votes

6.6

7K votes

Saturday Night Fever

1977 · Movie · 119 min. · United States

Direction John Badham

Cast John Travolta · Karen Lynn Gorney · Barry Miller · Joseph Cali

Synopsis Saturday Night Fever (1977) is a cinematic phenomenon that catapulted John Travolta into stardom, set against the vibrant backdrop of Brooklyn and the infectious rhythms of the Bee Gees. The story revolves around Tony Manero (Travolta), a young man working...

6.4

35K votes

6.4

35K votes

Face/Off

1997 · Movie · 139 min. · United States

Direction John Woo

Cast John Travolta · Nicolas Cage · Joan Allen · Gina Gershon

Synopsis Face/Off (1997) follows FBI agent Sean Archer, portrayed by John Travolta, who is determined to apprehend the notorious terrorist Castor Troy, played by Nicolas Cage. Archer's plan involves a groundbreaking surgical procedure to assume Troy's identity, allowing him to infiltrate...

6.1

93K votes

6.1

93K votes

Get Shorty

1995 · Movie · 105 min. · United States

Direction Barry Sonnenfeld

Cast John Travolta · Gene Hackman · René Russo · Danny DeVito

Synopsis Get Shorty (1995) follows the story of Chili Palmer, a Miami-based mob enforcer who collects debts for the ruthless Ray Bones. When Ray sends Chili to Las Vegas to retrieve a substantial debt, Chili's path crosses with that of Harry...

6.0

15K votes

6.0

15K votes

Swordfish

2001 · Movie · 99 min. · United States

Direction Dominic Sena

Cast John Travolta · Hugh Jackman · Halle Berry · Don Cheadle

Synopsis Swordfish (2001) is a high-stakes techno-thriller directed by Dominic Sena, following his acclaimed action film from the previous year. The narrative revolves around Gabriel Shear, portrayed by John Travolta, a captivating spy with a grand plan to siphon billions from...

6.0

26K votes

6.0

26K votes

Direction Derek Wayne Johnson

Cast Sylvester Stallone · Ralph Macchio · Elisabeth Shue · Matthew McConaughey

Synopsis John G. Avildsen: King of the Underdogs (2017) delves into the life and career of the celebrated filmmaker who crafted some of the most cherished films in cinematic history. This documentary explores the journey of an Oscar-winning director, highlighting his...

6.0

91 votes

6.0

91 votes

Lonely Hearts

2006 · Movie · 108 min. · United States

Direction Todd Robinson

Cast John Travolta · James Gandolfini · Salma Hayek · Jared Leto

Synopsis Lonely Hearts (2006) delves into the chilling true story of Martha Beck and Raymond Fernandez, a notorious duo who terrorized America in the 1940s. Dubbed the 'Lonely Hearts Killers,' this cunning pair preyed on vulnerable war widows and affluent women...

6.0

5K votes

6.0

5K votes

Basic

2003 · Movie · 98 min. · United States

Direction John McTiernan

Cast John Travolta · Samuel L. Jackson · Connie Nielsen · Giovanni Ribisi

Synopsis Basic (2003) follows a gripping narrative where a group of six soldiers embarked on a mission, but only two returned. The mystery surrounding the fate of the military's most elite commandos deepens as a renowned commander (Samuel L. Jackson) and...

6.0

10K votes

6.0

10K votes

Mad City

1997 · Movie · 115 min. · United States

Direction Costa-Gavras

Cast Dustin Hoffman · John Travolta · Alan Alda · Mia Kirshner

Synopsis Mad City (1997) follows the chaotic events that unfold when a recently dismissed museum security officer, armed with a shotgun, takes his former supervisor hostage along with a group of schoolchildren. This tense situation presents an ideal chance for a...

5.8

5K votes

5.8

5K votes