Cast: James Olson

Direction Milos Forman

Cast Howard E. Rollins Jr. · Moses Gunn · James Cagney · Brad Dourif

Synopsis Ragtime (1981) weaves a complex narrative inspired by E.L. Doctorow's celebrated novel, focusing on four distinct New York families at the dawn of the 20th century. Each family represents a different facet of American society during this transformative era, shedding...

Direction Paul Newman

Cast Joanne Woodward · James Olson · Kate Harrington · Estelle Parsons

Synopsis Rachel, Rachel (1968) follows the story of a 35-year-old educator named Rachel, who resides with her mother and has yet to find a significant romantic partner. Her life takes an unexpected turn when a man from a bustling metropolis returns...

Direction Robert Wise

Cast Arthur Hill · David Wayne · Kate Reid · James Olson

Synopsis The Andromeda Strain (1971) follows the aftermath of a mysterious event in Piedmont, New Mexico, where nearly all inhabitants perish following the return of a space satellite. The U.S. Air Force's Project Scoop, led by Dr. Jeremy Stone, initiates an...

Direction Nicholas Colasanto · John Cassavetes · Peter Falk

Cast Peter Falk · John Cassavetes · James Olson · Blythe Danner

Synopsis Columbo: Étude in Black (TV) (1972) follows the story of a cunning conductor who eliminates a talented pianist who is also his lover. Lieutenant Columbo is tasked with solving this intricate murder case.

Direction Jack Garfein

Cast Ben Gazzara · Pat Hingle · Peter Mark Richman · Arthur Storch

Synopsis The Strange One (1957) follows the story of Jocko De Paris, a cadet leader at a prestigious Southern military academy. He cleverly orchestrates events to frame George Avery, Jr., the son of the school's executive officer, for being drunk and...

Direction Blake Edwards

Cast William Holden · Ryan O'Neal · Karl Malden · Lynn Carlin

Direction Glen A. Larson · Donald P. Bellisario · Richard A. Colla · Vince Edwards

Cast Lorne Greene · Richard Hatch · Dirk Benedict · Herbert Jefferson Jr.

Synopsis Battlestar Galactica (TV Series) (1978) is a science fiction television series that aired from 1978 to 1979, consisting of 24 episodes. Set in a remote galaxy, the narrative revolves around twelve planets inhabited by humans, collectively known as the Twelve...

Direction Mark L. Lester

Cast Arnold Schwarzenegger · Rae Dawn Chong · Dan Hedaya · James Olson

Synopsis Commando (1985) follows the thrilling journey of a former top-tier special forces operative who finds himself thrust back into action. When a ruthless gang from South America abducts his daughter, they demand his involvement in a high-stakes plot to overthrow...

Direction Lee Philips

Cast Lee Grant · Susan Myers · Lelia Goldoni · Helen Hunt

Synopsis The Spell (TV) (1977) follows the story of a teenage girl who faces relentless bullying from her peers due to her weight. Seeking retribution, she harnesses her supernatural abilities to exact revenge on those who have wronged her.

Direction Glen A. Larson · James Sheldon · Dick Harwood · Sidney Hayers

Cast Claude Akins · Brian Kerwin · Mills Watson · Leann Hunley

Synopsis The Misadventures of Sheriff Lobo (TV Series) (1979) follows the escapades of Sheriff Lobo, a formerly corrupt lawman from Orly County, who initially gained notoriety as a recurring antagonist in "El camionero y su mono" (1979). In his own series,...

Direction Damiano Damiani

Cast James Olson · Burt Young · Rutanya Alda · Jack Magner

Synopsis Amityville II: The Possession (1982) is a chilling prequel that delves into the dark history of the notorious Long Island residence before the Lutz family's infamous encounter. The narrative unfolds as the Montelli family settles into the eerie house, unaware...

Direction Alan Gibson

Cast Stefanie Powers · James Olson · Margaretta Scott · Jane Lapotaire

Direction Roy Ward Baker

Cast James Olson · Catherine Schell · Warren Mitchell · Adrienne Corri

Synopsis Moon Zero Two (1969) follows the thrilling escapades of a seasoned space salvage specialist and his associate as they unwittingly get entangled with a nefarious gang. The criminals have a daring plan: to commandeer a diminutive asteroid composed entirely of...

Direction Jerry Hopper

Cast Victor Mature · Karen Steele · James Olson · Philip Coolidge

Synopsis The Sharkfighters (1956) follows Lt. Cmdr. Ben Staves as he arrives on a secluded island near Havana, Cuba, to participate in a Navy scientific endeavor. The mission is to develop a potent shark repellent aimed at safeguarding WWII military personnel...

Direction Robert Butler

Cast John Saxon · Kathleen Miller · Keene Curtis · James Olson

Synopsis Strange New World (TV) (1975) follows a narrative set in the not-too-distant future, where a team of researchers aboard a spacecraft emerge from a prolonged state of hibernation. Upon awakening, they discover that the Earth they left behind has been...

Direction Walter Grauman

Cast Dean Stockwell · Stefanie Powers · James Stacy · Tina Chen

Synopsis Paper Man (TV) (1971) follows a group of college students who embark on a seemingly harmless prank. They invent a fictitious individual to obtain a credit card, but their lighthearted scheme quickly spirals out of control. As the deception unfolds,...

Direction David Lowell Rich

Cast Connie Stevens · Shelley Winters · Jack Carter · William Castle

Synopsis The Sex Symbol (1974) follows the loosely veiled narrative of Marilyn Monroe's life, exploring her highs and lows. The film delves into her tumultuous personal life and how her unpredictable behavior impacts her professional trajectory, leading to a decline in...

Direction Peter H. Hunt

Cast Michael Learned · Frederic Forrest · Rosanna Arquette · Maxwell Caulfield

Synopsis The Parade (TV) (1984) unfolds in a quaint Kansas town on the eve of its yearly Fourth of July celebration, centering around Rachel Kirby. Her world is upended when her long-lost, wandering husband, Matt, resurfaces after a seven-year prison stint,...

Direction Paul Bogart

Cast Geraldine Page · Shelley Winters · Kim Stanley · Sandy Dennis

Synopsis The Three Sisters (1966) unfolds in a quaint Russian village at the dawn of the 20th century, where three siblings—Olga, Irina, and Masha—alongside their brother Andrei, reside while yearning for their former life in the vibrant city of Moscow. Their...

Direction Sandy Smolan

Cast Pamela Reed · Nick Benedict · Richard Jenkins · Craig T. Nelson

Synopsis Rachel River (1987) is a comedy-drama that centers around a young journalist, portrayed by Pamela Reed, who finds herself on a journey of self-discovery. After her return to her hometown in Minnesota, she starts to critically evaluate her life and...