Cast: Melvyn Douglas

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 Ernst Lubitsch

Cast Greta Garbo · Melvyn Douglas · Bela Lugosi · Ina Claire

Synopsis Ninotchka (1939) follows the journey of a rigid and disciplined Communist Party envoy dispatched to the City of Lights to finalize the sale of the Grand Duchess Swana's precious gems on behalf of the Soviet government. As she immerses herself...

Direction Ernst Lubitsch

Cast Marlene Dietrich · Melvyn Douglas · Herbert Marshall · Edward Everett Horton

Synopsis Angel (1937) follows the story of Maria, a British noblewoman who feels overlooked and ignored by her husband, Sir Frederick Barker. In a fit of anger, she decides to travel to Paris without informing her spouse. During her time in...

Direction Peter Ustinov

Cast Robert Ryan · Peter Ustinov · Terence Stamp · Melvyn Douglas

Synopsis Billy Budd (1962) follows the journey of the H.M.S. Avenger as it prepares to face the French fleet during the tumultuous Napoleonic Wars. Captain Vere is deeply troubled by the recent mutinies within the English fleet and places his trust...

Direction Roman Polanski

Cast Roman Polanski · Isabelle Adjani · Melvyn Douglas · Shelley Winters

Synopsis The Tenant (1976) follows the story of a timid office worker, Trelkovsky, who moves into a Parisian apartment after the previous tenant, a woman, takes her own life. He forms a delicate bond with Stella, a friend of the deceased,...

Direction Hal Ashby

Cast Peter Sellers · Shirley MacLaine · Melvyn Douglas · Jack Warden

Synopsis Being There (1979) presents a thought-provoking and witty exploration of television's pervasive influence, starring Peter Sellers as Chance the gardener. Chance, a man who perceives the world through the lens of television, observes and responds to his surroundings as if...

Direction Martin Ritt

Cast Paul Newman · Melvyn Douglas · Patricia Neal · Brandon De Wilde

Synopsis Hud (1963) follows the story of Hud Bannon, a reckless and unscrupulous young man who leaves a trail of destruction in his wake. Hud epitomizes the disaffected youth of his time, seeking thrills without considering the repercussions. A deep-seated conflict...

Direction Peter Medak

Cast George C. Scott · Trish Van Devere · Melvyn Douglas · John Colicos

Synopsis The Changeling (1980) follows the story of a renowned composer, John Russell, portrayed by George C. Scott, who relocates from the bustling streets of New York City to the quieter environs of Seattle. After the tragic loss of his family...

Direction John Guillermin

Cast Melvyn Douglas · Patricia Gozzi · Dean Stockwell · Gunnel Lindblom

Synopsis Rapture (1965) unfolds as a grim fairy tale against the backdrop of Brittany's rugged coastline. The narrative revolves around a young girl who lives in solitude, constantly under the stern and bitter gaze of her father. Her tranquil yet isolated...

Direction George Cukor

Cast Joan Crawford · Melvyn Douglas · Conrad Veidt · Osa Massen

Synopsis A Woman's Face (1941) follows the story of Anna Holm, a woman who uses her disfigured face as a tool for blackmail, harboring deep resentment towards everyone she meets. Her life takes a dramatic turn when a skilled plastic surgeon...

Direction William Wyler

Cast John Barrymore · Bebe Daniels · Doris Kenyon · Isabel Jewell

Synopsis Counsellor at Law (1933) follows the life of a prominent attorney, George Simon, who navigates the complexities of his personal and professional life in bustling Manhattan. Having ascended from the tenements of New York, Simon finds himself at the helm...

Direction Robert Siodmak

Cast Gregory Peck · Ava Gardner · Melvyn Douglas · Walter Huston

Synopsis The Great Sinner (1949) follows a budding author who embarks on a journey to Paris. During his train ride, he encounters a young woman who is compelled to wed a wealthy casino owner in Monte Carlo. His deep affection for...

Direction Volker Schlöndorff · Gisela Grischow

Cast Billy Wilder · Jean Arthur · Humphrey Bogart · James Cagney

Synopsis Billy Wilder Speaks (2006) presents a compelling collection of conversations where the renowned filmmaker, Billy Wilder, delves into his personal journey and cinematic legacy. The documentary features interviews conducted by Volker Schlondorff over a span of two weeks in 1988,...

Direction Frank Borzage

Cast Joan Crawford · Margaret Sullavan · Robert Young · Melvyn Douglas

Synopsis The Shining Hour (1938) follows Olivia, a vibrant nightclub performer from New York, who seeks a change from her hectic lifestyle by marrying Henry Linden, a farmer from Wisconsin. Upon moving to her new home, Olivia faces opposition from Henry's...

Direction Ernst Lubitsch

Cast Merle Oberon · Melvyn Douglas · Burgess Meredith · Alan Mowbray

Synopsis That Uncertain Feeling (1941) follows Larry Baker (Melvyn Douglas), a man content with his professional life and marriage, unaware that his wife, Jill (Merle Oberon), is deeply unhappy and craving more attention. In an attempt to provoke a reaction from...

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 Gregory La Cava

Cast Claudette Colbert · Melvyn Douglas · Michael Bartlett · Raymond Walburn

Synopsis She Married Her Boss (1935) follows the story of a highly competent secretary employed at a bustling department store. She develops feelings for her charismatic boss and they eventually tie the knot. However, she soon realizes that managing her husband's...

Direction Gilbert Cates

Cast Melvyn Douglas · Gene Hackman · Dorothy Stickney · Estelle Parsons

Synopsis I Never Sang for My Father (1970) follows the story of a New York professor, portrayed by Gene Hackman, who is seeking a significant transformation in his life. He intends to tie the knot with his girlfriend and relocate to...

Direction Elia Kazan

Cast Spencer Tracy · Katharine Hepburn · Robert Walker · Melvyn Douglas

Synopsis The Sea of Grass (1947) follows the tumultuous journey of a couple, portrayed by Katharine Hepburn and Spencer Tracy, as they navigate the challenges of life on America's frontier. The story unfolds in a vast, open landscape, often referred to...

Direction H.C. Potter

Cast Cary Grant · Myrna Loy · Melvyn Douglas · Reginald Denny

Synopsis Mr. Blandings Builds His Dream House (1948) follows the story of Jim Blandings, a middle-class advertising executive residing in a cramped Manhattan apartment with his wife Muriel and their two teenage daughters. Despite earning a comfortable salary, Jim feels constrained...