Cast: Lionel Barrymore

Direction Frank Capra

Cast James Stewart · Donna Reed · Lionel Barrymore · Thomas Mitchell

Synopsis It's a Wonderful Life (1946) follows the journey of a kind-hearted but somewhat faltering individual who contemplates ending his life due to a mistake that was not his fault. In a manner reminiscent of "A Christmas Carol," his gruff yet...

Direction Victor Fleming

Cast Spencer Tracy · Freddie Bartholomew · Lionel Barrymore · Melvyn Douglas

Synopsis Captains Courageous (1937) follows the journey of Harvey Cheyne (Freddie Bartholomew), a privileged and indulged 12-year-old who finds himself in a life-altering situation after tumbling overboard during a transatlantic voyage. When he awakens on a Gloucester fishing vessel, the captain...

Direction Frank Capra

Cast James Stewart · Jean Arthur · Lionel Barrymore · Edward Arnold

Synopsis You Can't Take it With You (1938) follows the story of Alice Sycamore, a typist who is deeply in love with her employer, Tony Kirby. Tony is the vice-president of a formidable corporation owned by his ambitious father, Anthony P....

Direction Ernst Lubitsch

Cast Lionel Barrymore · Nancy Carroll · Phillips Holmes · Louise Carter

Synopsis The Broken Lullaby (1932) follows the emotional journey of a young French soldier who, during World War I, is haunted by the guilt of killing a German soldier. The two soldiers, unbeknownst to each other, shared a deep love for...

Direction John Huston

Cast Humphrey Bogart · Edward G. Robinson · Lauren Bacall · Lionel Barrymore

Synopsis Key Largo (1948) follows the journey of Frank McCloud, a disillusioned war veteran who ventures to the Florida Keys to meet Nora Temple, the widow of his fallen comrade. His intention is to stay at a hotel managed by Nora's...

Direction King Vidor

Cast Jennifer Jones · Gregory Peck · Joseph Cotten · Lionel Barrymore

Synopsis Duel in the Sun (1946) follows the tumultuous journey of Pearl Chavez (Jennifer Jones), a half-breed orphan who arrives at the sprawling Spanish Bit ranch, a cattle empire ruled by the tyrannical McCandless (Lionel Barrymore). Pearl finds solace in the...

Direction George Cukor

Cast Greta Garbo · Robert Taylor · Lionel Barrymore · Elizabeth Allan

Synopsis Camille (1936) tells the story of Marguerite, a Parisian courtesan who becomes deeply enamored with Armand Duval, a young man with a promising future. Armand's father, fearing that Marguerite's influence will jeopardize his son's career and social standing, pleads with...

Direction Tod Browning

Cast Lionel Barrymore · Maureen O'Sullivan · Frank Lawton · Robert Greig

Synopsis The Devil-Doll (1936) follows the tale of a man who, after escaping from the notorious Devil's Island, seeks retribution against those who falsely accused him. To achieve his goals, he employs a sinister method: he creates miniature humans, who he...

Direction Victor Fleming

Cast Jackie Cooper · Wallace Beery · Lewis Stone · Lionel Barrymore

Synopsis Treasure Island (1934) follows the thrilling journey of young Jim Hawkins (Jackie Cooper) who stumbles upon a treasure map hidden within a pirate's chest. This discovery sets him on an exhilarating adventure. Accompanied by his family friend Dr. Livesey (Otto...

Direction George Cukor

Cast Marie Dressler · John Barrymore · Wallace Beery · Jean Harlow

Synopsis Dinner at Eight (1933) centers around the meticulous preparations of Millicent Jordan for an elegant dinner party. Meanwhile, her husband, Oliver, grapples with deteriorating health and a looming threat to his shipping business, as mysterious forces attempt to acquire its...

Direction Edmund Goulding

Cast Greta Garbo · John Barrymore · Joan Crawford · Wallace Beery

Synopsis Grand Hotel (1932) unfolds in the opulent and bustling environment of Berlin's most luxurious and costly hotel, where the phrase "People come, people go. Nothing ever happens." is often echoed by the inebriated Dr. Otternschlag. Unbeknownst to him, the hotel...

Direction Tod Browning

Cast Lon Chaney · Lionel Barrymore · Mary Nolan · Warner Baxter

Synopsis West of Zanzibar (1928) follows the tale of a magician named Phroso, whose life takes a dark turn when his wife, Anna, abandons him for a man called Crane. This betrayal leads to a violent confrontation, leaving Phroso severely injured...

Direction Henry Hathaway

Cast Richard Widmark · Lionel Barrymore · Dean Stockwell · Paul Harvey

Direction George Cukor

Cast Freddie Bartholomew · Frank Lawton · W.C. Fields · Roland Young

Synopsis David Copperfield (1935) is set in 19th-century England and follows the life of young David after his father's untimely demise. His mother, seeking solace, enters into a new marriage with the harsh and unforgiving Murdstone. Under Murdstone's tyrannical rule, David's...

Direction Raoul Walsh

Cast Gloria Swanson · Lionel Barrymore · Raoul Walsh · Blanche Friderici

Synopsis Sadie Thompson (1928) follows the journey of a woman who travels to the tropical paradise of Pago-Pago seeking a fresh start. However, her plans are disrupted when a zealous missionary, Davidson, vehemently opposes her way of life and attempts to...

Direction Howard Hawks

Cast Fredric March · Warner Baxter · Lionel Barrymore · June Lang

Synopsis The Road to Glory (1936) delves into the harrowing realities of trench warfare during World War I, focusing on the experiences of a French regiment. As soldiers face the grim reality of combat, with each loss replaced by new recruits,...

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...

Direction King Vidor

Cast Lionel Barrymore · Miriam Hopkins · Franchot Tone · Stuart Erwin

Direction Fred Niblo

Cast Greta Garbo · Antonio Moreno · Marc McDermott · Lionel Barrymore

Synopsis The Temptress (1926) unfolds in Paris during a lavish masked ball where Manuel Robledo, a promising Argentinian architect, crosses paths with Elena, the enigmatic Marquess of Torre Blanca. Later, Elena is justly blamed for the downfall and financial ruin of...

Direction John Cromwell

Cast Claudette Colbert · Jennifer Jones · Joseph Cotten · Shirley Temple

Synopsis Since You Went Away (1944) follows the story of Anne Hilton, who bravely manages her household during the challenging times of World War II while her husband, Tim, is away. To alleviate financial strain, Anne decides to take in a...