Cast: Alan Cumming

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


Direction Michelle King · Robert King · Rosemary Rodriguez · Michael Zinberg

Cast Julianna Margulies · Christine Baranski · Matt Czuchry · Archie Panjabi

Synopsis The Good Wife (TV Series) (2009) is a gripping drama that aired from 2009 to 2016, spanning 7 seasons and 156 episodes. The series follows Alicia Florrick, portrayed by Emmy Award winner Julianna Margulies, as she navigates the challenges of...

7.5

8K votes

7.5

8K votes

Any Day Now

2012 · Movie · 97 min. · United States

Direction Travis Fine

Cast Alan Cumming · Garret Dillahunt · Isaac Leyva · Frances Fisher

Synopsis Any Day Now (2012) is set in the late 1970s and revolves around a mentally challenged teenager who is left to fend for himself. A compassionate gay couple steps in to provide him with a loving home and the family...

7.1

401 votes

7.1

401 votes

Direction Sam Mendes

Cast Jane Horrocks · Alan Cumming · Sara Kestelman · George Raistrick

Synopsis Cabaret (TV) (1993) is a television adaptation of the renowned stage musical, offering a unique and captivating narrative. The story follows a young American writer who journeys to Berlin during the rise of the Nazi regime. There, he encounters the...

6.9

52 votes

6.9

52 votes

Direction Morgan Neville

Cast Orson Welles · Alan Cumming · Peter Bogdanovich · Oja Kodar

Synopsis They'll Love Me When I'm Dead (2018) delves into the life of iconic filmmaker Orson Welles during his final 15 years. No longer the prodigious talent behind "Citizen Kane," Welles found himself in 1970 as an artist in exile, seeking...

6.9

566 votes

6.9

566 votes

Direction Andy Fickman

Cast Christian Campbell · Kristen Bell · Steven Weber · Alan Cumming

Synopsis Reefer Madness: The Movie Musical (TV) (2005) is a hilarious and irreverent musical comedy that takes the 1936 anti-marijuana propaganda film and turns it on its head. This adaptation is a wild ride filled with over-the-top performances, catchy tunes, and...

6.8

169 votes

6.8

169 votes

Eyes Wide Shut

1999 · Movie · 159 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Stanley Kubrick

Cast Tom Cruise · Nicole Kidman · Sydney Pollack · Marie Richardson

Synopsis Eyes Wide Shut (1999) follows a physician, portrayed by Tom Cruise, who becomes fixated on experiencing a sexual adventure after his spouse, played by Nicole Kidman, confesses to having erotic daydreams about another man and criticizes him for not sharing...

6.8

62K votes

6.8

62K votes

Sweet Land

2005 · Movie · 110 min. · United States

Direction Ali Selim

Cast Elizabeth Reaser · Tim Guinee · Lois Smith · Alex Kingston

Synopsis Sweet Land (2005) begins in 2004, as Lars Torvik grapples with the fate of his grandmother Inge's family farm. He must choose between selling the land, which has been in the family since 1920, or preserving its legacy. To guide...

6.8

116 votes

6.8

116 votes

Second Best

1993 · Movie · 105 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Chris Menges

Cast William Hurt · Chris Cleary Miles · John Hurt · Jane Horrocks

Synopsis Second Best (1993) follows the journey of a solitary postmaster residing in a tranquil village, portrayed by Academy Award winner William Hurt. Directed by Chris Menges, known for his work on "A World Apart," the film delves into the postmaster's...

6.4

280 votes

6.4

280 votes

X2

2003 · Movie · 125 min. · United States

Direction Bryan Singer

Cast Hugh Jackman · Ian McKellen · Patrick Stewart · Brian Cox

Synopsis X2 (2003) begins with a tense scene at the White House, where a potential assassin threatens the president. Concurrently, Wolverine embarks on a quest to uncover the enigmatic details of his past. At Xavier's Institute for Higher Learning, Professor Xavier...

6.4

77K votes

6.4

77K votes

Direction Cinco Paul · Ken Daurio · Barry Sonnenfeld

Cast Cecily Strong · Keegan-Michael Key · Alan Cumming · Kristin Chenoweth

Synopsis Schmigadoon! (TV Series) (2021) follows a duo, portrayed by Cecily Strong and Keegan-Michael Key, who embark on a hiking adventure to revitalize their bond. Their journey takes an unexpected turn when they stumble upon an enchanted village where the inhabitants...

6.3

218 votes

6.3

218 votes

Nicholas Nickleby

2002 · Movie · 132 min. · United States

Direction Douglas McGrath

Cast Charlie Hunnam · Jamie Bell · Nathan Lane · Christopher Plummer

Synopsis Nicholas Nickleby (2002) follows the journey of a young man named Nicholas and his family, who initially enjoy a comfortable life. However, their world is turned upside down when Nicholas' father passes away, leaving them destitute. In search of assistance,...

6.3

1K votes

6.3

1K votes

My Old School

2022 · Documentary · 104 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Jono McLeod

Cast Alan Cumming

Synopsis My Old School (2022) follows the intriguing story of a 30-year-old individual from Scotland who sparks a media sensation by posing as a teenager. The documentary delves into the motivations and consequences of his actions, exploring themes of identity, deception,...

6.3

45 votes

6.3

45 votes

Almost in Love

2013 · Movie · 83 min. · United States

Direction Sam Neave

Cast Alex Karpovsky · Marjan Neshat · Gary Wilmes · Alan Cumming

Synopsis Almost in Love (2013) is a unique romantic drama that unfolds through a love triangle, captured in two continuous 45-minute takes set eighteen months apart. The first segment is filmed during a sunset, while the second takes place at sunrise,...

6.2

120 votes

6.2

120 votes

Direction Andy Greenwald · Steven Piet · Colin Bucksey · Desiree Akhavan

Cast Rosario Dawson · Jay R. Ferguson · Edi Gathegi · Kim Dickens

Synopsis Briarpatch (TV Series) (2020) follows the journey of a seasoned investigator who comes back to her hometown to unravel the mystery behind her sister's fatal car bombing. As she delves deeper into the case, she uncovers a tangled web of...

6.1

33 votes

6.1

33 votes

Emma

1996 · Movie · 120 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Douglas McGrath

Cast Gwyneth Paltrow · Toni Collette · Alan Cumming · Jeremy Northam

Synopsis Emma (1996) is a period drama that adapts Jane Austen's classic novel, centering on a clever and wealthy young woman in early 19th-century England who enjoys meddling in the romantic affairs of her acquaintances. The narrative unfolds as she attempts...

6.0

4K votes

6.0

4K votes

Battle of the Sexes

2017 · Movie · 121 min. · United States

Direction Jonathan Dayton · Valerie Faris

Cast Emma Stone · Steve Carell · Andrea Riseborough · Elisabeth Shue

Synopsis Battle of the Sexes (2017) follows the true story of a pivotal moment in sports history. In the year 1973, former tennis champion Bobby Riggs challenges Billie Jean King to a highly publicized exhibition match, dubbing it the "Battle of...

6.0

5K votes

6.0

5K votes

Goldeneye

1995 · Movie · 130 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Martin Campbell

Cast Pierce Brosnan · Famke Janssen · Izabella Scorupco · Sean Bean

Synopsis Goldeneye (1995) follows James Bond as he is tasked by the newly appointed female M to investigate the theft of a Mirage fighter helicopter. This helicopter was used in a daring assault to seize and subsequently demolish the control center...

5.9

69K votes

5.9

69K votes

The Anniversary Party

2001 · Movie · 114 min. · United States

Direction Alan Cumming · Jennifer Jason Leigh

Cast Alan Cumming · Jennifer Jason Leigh · Kevin Kline · Jennifer Beals

Synopsis The Anniversary Party (2001) delves into the intricate dynamics of love and the challenges that can erode relationships over time. The narrative unfolds as a group of friends and family gather for a significant milestone, only to find that the...

5.8

308 votes

5.8

308 votes

Circle of Friends

1994 · Movie · 96 min. · United States

Direction Pat O'Connor

Cast Chris O'Donnell · Minnie Driver · Saffron Burrows · Aidan Gillen

Synopsis Circle of Friends (1994) unfolds in the picturesque landscapes of 1950s Ireland, focusing on the lives of three inseparable friends: Bernadette "Benny" Hogan, Eve Malone, and Nan Mahon. Raised in the quaint town of Knockglen, the trio's bond is tested...

5.8

2K votes

5.8

2K votes

Black Beauty

1994 · Movie · 88 min. · United States

Direction Caroline Thompson

Cast Sean Bean · David Thewlis · Jim Carter · Peter Davison

Synopsis Black Beauty (1994) unfolds the intertwined destinies of horses and their owners, as the story is narrated by the titular character, Black Beauty. The film delves into the various stages of Black Beauty's life, showcasing the bond between humans and...

5.7

526 votes

5.7

526 votes