Cast: Bess Armstrong

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


Direction Winnie Holzman · Mark Piznarski · Scott Winant · Todd Holland

Cast Claire Danes · Bess Armstrong · Jared Leto · Wilson Cruz

Synopsis My So-Called Life (TV Series) (1994) is a compelling mid-1990s teen drama that delves into the life of a 15-year-old girl as she navigates the complexities of adolescence. Set over one season with 19 episodes, the series offers a raw...

7.2

973 votes

7.2

973 votes

The Four Seasons

1981 · Movie · 108 min. · United States

Direction Alan Alda

Cast Alan Alda · Carol Burnett · Sandy Dennis · Rita Moreno

Synopsis The Four Seasons (1981) follows the journey of three tightly bonded upper-middle-class couples as they embark on a shared vacation. This trip, however, becomes an emotional rollercoaster, delving into the complexities of their friendships and the profound impact of divorce...

6.5

383 votes

6.5

383 votes

Direction Gilbert Adler

Cast Christopher Reeve · Bess Armstrong · Art LaFleur · Meat Loaf

Synopsis Tales from the Crypt: What's Cookin' (TV) (1992) follows the story of a married couple, Fred and Erma, whose restaurant is struggling to stay afloat. Their fortunes take a peculiar turn when an enigmatic stranger enters their establishment, bearing an...

6.3

42 votes

6.3

42 votes

Pecker

1998 · Movie · 90 min. · United States

Direction John Waters

Cast Edward Furlong · Christina Ricci · Mary Kay Place · Martha Plimpton

Synopsis Pecker (1998) is a comedic film directed by John Waters that blends his signature shock humor with a more approachable filmmaking style. The narrative unfolds in Baltimore, focusing on the journey of Pecker (Edward Furlong), an aspiring photographer whose candid...

6.2

3K votes

6.2

3K votes

Lace (TV Miniseries)

1984 · Series · 240 min. · United States

Direction William Hale

Cast Bess Armstrong · Brooke Adams · Arielle Dombasle · Phoebe Cates

Synopsis Lace (TV Miniseries) (1984) follows the journey of a young actress who reunites with three of her former school friends in an attempt to uncover the identity of her biological mother. The narrative is intricately woven with flashbacks, gradually revealing...

6.1

41 votes

6.1

41 votes

Direction Matthew Carnahan · Stephen Hopkins · Seith Mann · Adam Bernstein

Cast Don Cheadle · Kristen Bell · Ben Schwartz · Josh Lawson

Synopsis House of Lies (TV Series) (2012) offers a cynical and provocative exploration of the corporate world through the eyes of Marty, a ruthless and self-destructive management consultant. Working for an elite firm, Marty employs any tactic, no matter how unethical,...

6.1

722 votes

6.1

722 votes

High Road to China

1983 · Movie · 100 min. · United States

Direction Brian G. Hutton

Cast Tom Selleck · Bess Armstrong · Jack Weston · Wilford Brimley

Synopsis High Road to China (1983) follows the thrilling journey of a daring biplane pilot who finds himself unexpectedly paired with a pampered heiress. Their mission: to traverse the vast landscapes of Asia in search of her vanished father. As they...

5.5

638 votes

5.5

638 votes

Direction Jeremy Beiler · Vanessa Bayer · Michael Showalter · Desiree Akhavan

Cast Vanessa Bayer · Molly Shannon · Paul James · Bess Armstrong

Synopsis I Love That for You (TV Series) (2022) follows the inspiring journey of a woman who triumphs over childhood leukemia and pursues her ambition to become a prominent on-air host at a home shopping network. The series, which consists of...

5.4

25 votes

5.4

25 votes

Dream Lover

1994 · Movie · 103 min. · United States

Direction Nicholas Kazan

Cast James Spader · Mädchen Amick · Fredric Lehne · Bess Armstrong

Synopsis Dream Lover (1994) follows an architect, Ray Reardon, played by James Spader, who finds himself in a whirlwind romance with a captivating yet enigmatic woman named Lena, portrayed by Madchen Amick. After a tumultuous divorce, Ray is eager to embrace...

5.2

215 votes

5.2

215 votes

Direction Tom McLoughlin

Cast Kirk Douglas · Craig T. Nelson · Bess Armstrong · Bonnie Bartlett

Synopsis Take Me Home Again (TV) (1994) follows the journey of Ed Reece, a seasoned traveling salesman who chooses to spend his final days in his hometown. He persuades his eldest son to join him on this poignant and emotional farewell...

5.1

34 votes

5.1

34 votes

Nothing in Common

1986 · Movie · 120 min. · United States

Direction Garry Marshall

Cast Tom Hanks · Jackie Gleason · Eva Marie Saint · Hector Elizondo

Synopsis Nothing in Common (1986) follows the story of David Basner, a prosperous advertising executive who seemingly has everything: wealth, contentment, and a string of admirers. However, his life takes an unexpected turn when his mother decides to leave his father....

4.9

497 votes

4.9

497 votes

Direction Liz Friedlander · Liz Friedman

Cast Hayley Atwell · Emily Kinney · Shawn Ashmore · Fode Bangoura

Synopsis Conviction (TV Series) (2016) follows the journey of a gifted young lawyer, played by Hayley Atwell, who is coerced into leading Los Angeles' newly established Conviction Integrity Unit. As the daughter of a former U.S. president, she brings a unique...

4.9

127 votes

4.9

127 votes

Second Sight

1989 · Movie · 83 min. · United States

Direction Joel Zwick

Cast John Larroquette · Bronson Pinchot · Bess Armstrong · Stuart Pankin

Synopsis Second Sight (1989) follows Wills (John Larroquette), the leader of a private investigation firm, as he takes on a case involving a missing individual, presumed to be abducted. To aid in the search, Wills enlists the assistance of a spiritual...

4.4

23 votes

4.4

23 votes

Direction Ellie Kanner

Cast Danica McKellar · Mark Deklin · Christine Chatelain · Peter Benson

Synopsis Love and Sunshine (TV) (2019) follows the journey of a woman who finds solace in caring for a foster dog while nursing a broken heart. When the dog's owner reappears to reclaim their pet, the situation becomes complicated. Will this...

4.4

23 votes

4.4

23 votes

Direction Ron Oliver

Cast Maya Stojan · Ryan Rottman · Tanya Chisholm · Kasey Mahaffy

Synopsis Diagnosis Delicious (TV) (2016) follows the story of Chef Dave Oberlin, whose culinary career hits a rough patch after a public dispute with a renowned food critic. With his reputation in tatters and his name struck from the lists of...

3.8

22 votes

3.8

22 votes

Direction Jerry Belson

Cast Mark Blankfield · Bess Armstrong · Krista Errickson · Tim Thomerson

Synopsis Jekyll and Hyde... Together Again (1982) follows the tale of Dr. Daniel Jekyll, a dedicated scientist exploring pharmaceuticals to eliminate the need for surgery. His experiments lead to the creation of a mysterious white powder that awakens primal instincts within...

3.7

30 votes

3.7

30 votes

3.6

6K votes

I Married Who? (TV)

2012 · Movie · 86 min. · United States

Direction Kevin Connor

Cast Kellie Martin · Ethan Erickson · Bess Armstrong · Timothy Bottoms

Synopsis I Married Who? (TV) (2012) follows the story of Jordan (Kellie Martin), a responsible and organized woman who is on the verge of marrying her ideal partner, Peter (Bradley Snedeker), a dedicated and driven lawyer. Before their wedding, Jordan and...

3.0

94 votes

3.0

94 votes

Direction Harry Longstreet

Cast Tracey Gold · Bess Armstrong · Michael Shulman · Mark Joy

Synopsis The Perfect Daughter (TV) (1996) follows the gripping tale of a woman's desperate attempt to evade a perilous past. Alexandra Michaelson, who has been living as a fugitive on the city streets for two years, wakes up from an accident...

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