Cast: John Craven

Direction Alan Crosland Jr.

Cast James Coburn · John Anderson · Josie Lloyd · John Craven

Synopsis The Twilight Zone: The Old Man in the Cave (TV) (1963) is set in a post-apocalyptic world of 1974, where a small community's survival hinges on the guidance of a mysterious figure residing in a nearby cave. The townsfolk rely...

Direction Clarence Brown

Cast Mickey Rooney · Frank Morgan · James Craig · Marsha Hunt

Synopsis The Human Comedy (1943) follows the story of the Macauley family in the small town of Ithaca, as seen through the eyes of recently deceased patriarch Matthew. The eldest son, Marcus, has left for military service in World War II,...

Direction Don Siegel

Cast Macdonald Carey · Teresa Wright · Dolores Moran · Adele Mara

Synopsis Count the Hours (1953) follows the gripping tale of a dedicated lawyer who takes on the challenging case of a migrant worker. The worker is wrongfully accused of committing two heinous murders. The lawyer must navigate through a complex web...

Direction Lewis Milestone

Cast Dana Andrews · Richard Conte · Farley Granger · Kevin O'Shea

Synopsis The Purple Heart (1944) follows a group of American aviators who, four months after the devastating attack on Pearl Harbor, participate in the inaugural U.S. air retaliation mission against Japan. Their journey takes a dramatic turn when their plane crash-lands,...

Direction Willis Goldbeck

Cast Lionel Barrymore · Van Johnson · Keye Luke · Alma Kruger

Synopsis Dr. Gillespie's Criminal Case (1943) follows the story of Dr. Gillespie as he faces a series of challenges. After attempting to have a dangerous criminal, Roy, committed to an asylum instead of prison, Gillespie finds himself entangled in a web...

Direction Mario Furloni

Cast John Craven · Charles Shaw Robinson

Synopsis Best Friends on a Summer Hike (2023) unfolds as a gripping narrative that serves as a stark warning. The film follows a group of close-knit friends who embark on a seemingly innocent summer adventure. As they venture deeper into the...

Direction Harold D. Schuster

Cast John Ireland · Dorothy Malone · Keith Larsen · Dolores Donlon

Synopsis Security Risk (1954) unfolds at a picturesque Big Bear resort, where a group of individuals with varied agendas converge. Among them are Dr. Lanson, a prominent atomic scientist, Ted Nolan, Donna Weeks, and her sister Peggy, who is known for...

Direction Lewis Seiler

Cast John Lund · William Bendix · Keefe Brasselle · Richard Boone

Synopsis Battle Stations (1956) follows the journey of a restored World War II aircraft carrier as it ventures back into the Pacific theater in early 1945, unbeknownst to the Japanese who believed they had sunk it. The carrier's reappearance provokes a...

Direction Charles Reisner

Cast Lucille Ball · Dick Powell · Virginia O'Brien · Bert Lahr

Synopsis Meet the People (1944) follows the journey of Bill Swanson, a dedicated shipyard worker who pens a theatrical piece honoring the American spirit during wartime. His path crosses with that of Julie Hampton, a renowned theatre actress who is in...

Direction John Newland

Cast Barbara Lord · Isobel Elsom · Patrick MacNee · Gavin Gordon

Synopsis One Step Beyond: Night of April 14th (TV) (1959) follows the chilling tale of a young English bride-to-be who is haunted by vivid and terrifying dreams of drowning in the vast ocean. Her world is turned upside down when her...

Direction Robert Siodmak

Cast Mabel Paige · Harry Shannon · John Craven · Dorothy Morris

Synopsis Someone to Remember (1943) follows the story of an aging woman who steadfastly refuses to vacate her apartment when her building is converted into a men's college dormitory. Her son vanished years ago, and she clings to the belief that...

Direction Norman Lloyd

Cast Barry Gordon · Glenn Walken · John Craven · Alfred Hitchcock

Synopsis Alfred Hitchcock presents: The Day of the Bullet (TV) (1960) delves into the life of a young boy who witnesses a brutal mob assault and bravely reports it to the authorities. However, his father's lack of support and encouragement leaves...

Direction Edward Bernds

Cast Joan Bennett · Gary Merrill · Judy Nugent · Maurice Manson

Synopsis Navy Wife (1956) explores a compelling narrative set in post-World War II Japan, where local women observe the respectful and caring treatment that American soldiers extend to their wives. Inspired by this, the Japanese women begin to advocate for similar...

Direction Mario Furloni · Kate McLean

Cast Krisha Fairchild · Lily Gladstone · George Psarras · Frank Mosley

Synopsis Freeland (2020) follows the journey of a seasoned marijuana cultivator whose life takes an abrupt turn. As she hurriedly works to complete what might be her last crop, she faces unexpected challenges that threaten to upend her entire existence.

Direction Frank Tuttle

Cast Sonny Tufts · Ann Blyth · Ruth Warrick · William Gargan

Synopsis Swell Guy (1946) follows the tale of an unmotivated and idle war journalist who deceives an entire community for personal gain. His actions remain unchecked until his mother steps in to reveal his true nature. In a twist of fate,...

Direction William Rowland

Cast Alan Curtis · Evelyn Ankers · Micheline Cheirel · Jack Holt

Synopsis Flight to Nowhere (1946) follows the story of Alan Curtis as Holby Carrington, a pilot who operates a charter aircraft. A group of affluent individuals hire his plane for a journey to Death Valley, but it quickly becomes clear that...

Direction Ben Bawden · Richard Turley · Lizzy Lambley · Kelley Axton

Cast John Craven · Ricky Boleto · Leah Gooding · Joe Tidy

Synopsis Newsround (TV Series) (1972) was a long-running children's news program that aired from 1972 to 2010. The show featured John Craven as the initial presenter, with other hosts taking over later. It was designed to deliver news stories and engaging...

Cast Noel Edmonds · Keith Chegwin · John Craven · Maggie Philbin

Synopsis Multi-Coloured Swap Shop (TV Series) (1976) was a beloved British children's television program that aired from 1976 to 1982. The show was a unique blend of entertainment and education, featuring a mix of live-action segments, cartoons, and music. It was...