Cast: Lew Ayres
Top movies, series, and documentaries starring Lew Ayres. Uncover the most acclaimed works, loved by fans and praised by critics.
Titles found: 87
All Quiet on the Western Front
1930 · Movie · 130 min. · United States
Direction Lewis Milestone
Cast Lew Ayres · Louis Wolheim · John Wray · Arnold Lucy
Synopsis All Quiet on the Western Front (1930) is a gripping anti-war film that draws from the pacifist novel by Erich Maria Remarque. The story follows a group of seven German young men who eagerly enlist in the German army, inspired...
7.8
7K votes
7.8
7K votes
Advise & Consent
1962 · Movie · 139 min. · United States
Direction Otto Preminger
Cast Walter Pidgeon · Don Murray · Charles Laughton · Henry Fonda
Synopsis Advise & Consent (1962) delves into the political intricacies surrounding the nomination of Robert Leffingwell for the position of Secretary of State. Before his appointment can be finalized, Leffingwell must undergo a rigorous Senate investigation to assess his qualifications. At...
7.7
3K votes
7.7
3K votes
Holiday
1938 · Movie · 93 min. · United States
Direction George Cukor
Cast Cary Grant · Katharine Hepburn · Lew Ayres · Doris Dolan
Synopsis Holiday (1938) follows the story of Johnny Case, a carefree spirit who becomes engaged to a wealthy heiress. When her family, excluding the rebellious Linda and the alcoholic Ned, pressures Johnny to commit to a life of corporate success, he...
7.5
3K votes
7.5
3K votes
The Dark Mirror
1946 · Movie · 85 min. · United States
Direction Robert Siodmak
Cast Olivia de Havilland · Lew Ayres · Thomas Mitchell · Richard Long
Synopsis The Dark Mirror (1946) follows the intriguing tale of a woman accused of killing her physician boyfriend, who has a twin sister. When both sisters claim to have alibis for the night of the murder, a psychiatrist is enlisted to...
7.2
3K votes
7.2
3K votes
Johnny Belinda
1948 · Movie · 103 min. · United States
Direction Jean Negulesco
Cast Jane Wyman · Lew Ayres · Charles Bickford · Agnes Moorehead
Synopsis Johnny Belinda (1948) unfolds in a quaint fishing village on Cape Breton Island, where Dr. Robert Richardson becomes captivated by a gentle deaf-mute woman named Belinda. He dedicates himself to teaching her sign language and lip reading, fostering a deep...
7.2
1K votes
7.2
1K votes
The Kiss
1929 · Movie · 62 min. · United States
Direction Jacques Feyder
Cast Greta Garbo · Conrad Nagel · Holmes Herbert · Anders Randolf
Synopsis The Kiss (1929) follows the story of Irene, portrayed by Greta Garbo, who finds herself in an unhappy marriage with an older businessman. Despite her marital dissatisfaction, Irene is deeply in love with a charming young lawyer. The lawyer, however,...
7.0
168 votes
7.0
168 votes
State Fair
1933 · Movie · 97 min. · United States
Direction Henry King
Cast Janet Gaynor · Will Rogers · Lew Ayres · Sally Eilers
Synopsis State Fair (1933) is a classic film that brings to life the story of the Frake family as they embark on a journey to the Iowa State Fair in the late 1920s. The narrative is adapted from Strong's 1932 novel...
6.9
66 votes
6.9
66 votes
The Unfaithful
1947 · Movie · 109 min. · United States
Direction Vincent Sherman
Cast Ann Sheridan · Lew Ayres · Zachary Scott · Eve Arden
Synopsis The Unfaithful (1947) follows the story of Chris Hunter, who fatally shoots an intruder and insists to her spouse and legal counsel that it was a matter of self-preservation. As the narrative unfolds, it is disclosed that the deceased was...
6.9
86 votes
6.9
86 votes
That's Entertainment, Part II
1976 · Documentary · 126 min. · United States
Direction Gene Kelly
Cast Fred Astaire · Gene Kelly · Judy Garland · Mickey Rooney
Synopsis That's Entertainment, Part II (1976) showcases a delightful compilation of unforgettable scenes curated by Gene Kelly and Fred Astaire. This sequel to the original "That's Entertainment" goes beyond the typical musical numbers, delving into a rich tapestry of comedy and...
6.8
165 votes
6.8
165 votes
The Carpetbaggers
1963 · Movie · 150 min. · United States
Direction Edward Dmytryk
Cast George Peppard · Carroll Baker · Alan Ladd · Robert Cummings
Synopsis The Carpetbaggers (1963) follows the story of Jonathon Cole, portrayed by George Peppard, a relentless and ambitious industrialist who bears a striking resemblance to the real-life figure Howard Hughes. Cole's journey involves the construction of airplanes, the direction of films,...
6.6
419 votes
6.6
419 votes
The Doorway to Hell
1930 · Movie · 78 min. · United States
Direction Archie Mayo
Cast Lew Ayres · Dorothy Mathews · Leon Janney · Robert Elliott
Synopsis The Doorway to Hell (1930) follows Lou Ricarno, a cunning and ambitious individual who devises a scheme to unite the disparate gangs of Chicago. His goal is to prevent internecine violence and establish a more organized criminal underworld. With his...
6.5
108 votes
6.5
108 votes
Columbo: Mind Over Mayhem (TV)
1974 · Movie · 73 min. · United States
Direction Alf Kjellin
Cast Peter Falk · José Ferrer · Lew Ayres · Robert Walker Jr.
Synopsis Columbo: Mind Over Mayhem (TV) (1974) follows the intricate plot of a government institute director who meticulously plans and executes a cunning murder. The institute is home to a collection of brilliant scientific minds, but it is another kind of...
6.4
245 votes
6.4
245 votes
Salem's Lot (TV Miniseries)
1979 · Series · 184 min. · United States
Direction Tobe Hooper
Cast David Soul · James Mason · Lance Kerwin · Bonnie Bedelia
Synopsis Salem's Lot (TV Miniseries) (1979) follows the story of author Ben Mears (David Soul), who ventures back to his hometown of Jerusalem's Lot, Maine, with the intention of penning a novel inspired by the eerie old mansion that looms over...
6.4
3K votes
6.4
3K votes
Salem's Lot: The Movie
1979 · Movie · 112 min. · United States
Direction Tobe Hooper
Cast David Soul · James Mason · Lance Kerwin · Bonnie Bedelia
6.2
594 votes
6.2
594 votes
The Capture
1950 · Movie · 91 min. · United States
Direction John Sturges
Cast Lew Ayres · Teresa Wright · Victor Jory · Jacqueline White
Synopsis The Capture (1950) follows the harrowing journey of Lin Vanner, who, after sustaining severe injuries, seeks sanctuary in a priest's residence while evading law enforcement. Vanner recounts his ordeal to the priest, revealing that his troubles began while working at...
6.0
25 votes
6.0
25 votes
Damien: Omen II
1978 · Movie · 107 min. · United States
Direction Don Taylor · Mike Hodges
Cast William Holden · Lee Grant · Jonathan Scott Taylor · Robert Foxworth
Synopsis Damien: Omen II (1978) picks up seven years after the chilling events of the first film, with Damien Thorn now a teenager residing in Chicago under the care of his uncle Richard, who leads the powerful Thorn Corporation. Damien and...
6.0
4K votes
6.0
4K votes
Donovan's Brain
1953 · Movie · 83 min. · United States
Direction Felix E. Feist
Cast Lew Ayres · Gene Evans · Nancy Reagan · Steve Brodie
5.9
128 votes
5.9
128 votes
Battlestar Galactica
1978 · Movie · 125 min. · United States
Direction Richard A. Colla
Cast Richard Hatch · Dirk Benedict · Lorne Greene · Herbert Jefferson Jr.
Synopsis Battlestar Galactica (1978) follows the remnants of humanity as they embark on a perilous journey across the cosmos. After the catastrophic annihilation of their home colonies, the survivors, led by the formidable Battlestar Galactica, form a ragtag fleet of refugees....
5.8
971 votes
5.8
971 votes
The Miracle of Sound (S)
1940 · Documentary · 11 min. · United States
Direction Douglas Shearer
Cast Clark Gable · Hedy Lamarr · Spencer Tracy · Norma Shearer
Synopsis The Miracle of Sound (S) (1940) offers an exclusive behind-the-scenes exploration of the sound engineering process in filmmaking, guided by MGM sound engineer Douglas Shearer. The documentary showcases the intricate techniques used to create the audio for talking pictures, utilizing...
5.6
36 votes
5.6
36 votes
The Magician (TV Series)
1973 · Series · 60 min. · United States
Direction Bruce Lansbury · Bill Bixby · Arnold Laven · Sutton Roley
Cast Bill Bixby · Keene Curtis · Joseph Sirola · Todd Crespi
Synopsis The Magician (TV Series) (1973) follows the adventures of Anthony Blake, a benevolent and affluent magician who leverages his skills in illusion and escape artistry to assist those in distress. His friend, Max Pomeroy, a syndicated columnist, praises him as...
5.3
38 votes
5.3
38 votes