Cinematography: Philip Tannura

Direction Frank Capra

Cast Bessie Love · Johnnie Walker · Ernest Hilliard · Lionel Belmore

Synopsis The Matinee Idol (1928) follows the story of a renowned Broadway actor celebrated for his performances in blackface. Seeking a change of pace, he secretly joins a local amateur theater group. There, he finds himself captivated by the leading lady,...

Direction Henry Levin

Cast William Gargan · Janis Carter · Jeff Donnell · Tom Bryson

Synopsis Night Editor (1946) follows Crane Stewart, portrayed by Charles D. Brown, who serves as the dedicated editor of the New York Star. During a lively poker game with his companions, Stewart shares an intriguing tale centered around a police officer...

Direction Edgar G. Ulmer

Cast Jimmy Lydon · Warren William · Sally Eilers · Regis Toomey

Synopsis Strange Illusion (1945) follows the story of a well-mannered American teenager, Jimmy Lydon, who is haunted by disturbing dreams where his late father cautions him about his mother's new partner. To uncover the truth, Jimmy pretends to be insane to...

Direction Sidney Lanfield

Cast Fred Astaire · Rita Hayworth · John Hubbard · Robert Benchley

Synopsis You'll Never Get Rich (1941) follows the story of impresario Martin Cortland, who finds himself in a pickle when his wife uncovers a revealing diamond bracelet. To clear his name and prove his innocence, Martin devises a plan that inadvertently...

Direction Don Fedderson · Edmund L. Hartmann · James Sheldon · Charles Barton

Cast Brian Keith · Kathy Garver · Anissa Jones · Johnny Whitaker

Synopsis Family Affair (TV Series) (1966) follows the story of Bill Davis, a carefree bachelor residing in Manhattan with his loyal butler, Giles French. Bill's world is turned upside down when his late brother's three children—twins Buffy and Jody, aged 6,...

Direction Sidney Salkow

Cast Linda Darnell · Edgar Buchanan · Michael Duane · Sara Allgood

Synopsis City Without Men (1943) follows the journey of a young woman whose spouse has been wrongfully incarcerated. Driven by her desire to support him and overturn his conviction, she relocates to a lodging house adjacent to the prison. This unique...

Direction Roy Del Ruth

Cast William Bendix · Claire Trevor · Charles Bickford · William Frawley

Synopsis The Babe Ruth Story (1948) follows the life of the legendary baseball player Babe Ruth, portrayed by William Bendix. The film captures key moments in Ruth's career, including his iconic "called shot" during the 1932 World Series. Bendix, while bearing...

Direction Alexander Korda

Cast Leslie Howard · George Grossmith · Benita Hume · Elizabeth Allan

Direction George B. Seitz

Cast Frankie Darro · Poodles Hanneford · Joe E. Brown · Helene Costello

Synopsis The Circus Kid (1928) follows the journey of a young runaway (Frankie Darro) who escapes from a strict orphanage, driven by a dream to become part of the vibrant and exciting world of the circus.

Direction Sidney Salkow

Cast Ron Randell · Anita Louise · Patrick O'Moore · Terry Kilburn

Synopsis Bulldog Drummond at Bay (1947) follows the adventures of the intrepid Bulldog Drummond as he enjoys a peaceful retreat at his countryside residence in England. His tranquility is disrupted when his home is burglarized by a pair of intruders. Upon...

Direction Lew Landers

Cast Chester Morris · Adele Mara · Richard Lane · George E. Stone

Synopsis Alias Boston Blackie (1942) follows the adventures of a clever and resourceful individual who embarks on a mission to locate a wrongfully imprisoned individual who manages to break free during a festive magic performance on Christmas.

Direction Edward Dmytryk

Cast Warren William · Eric Blore · Hillary Brooke · Thurston Hall

Synopsis Counter-Espionage (1942) follows the thrilling escapades of the Lone Wolf, a master of disguise and espionage, as he navigates the perilous streets of London during the height of the German bombing campaign. The city is under siege, and the Lone...

Direction Paul L. Stein

Cast Flora Robson · Robert Newton · Ann Todd · Geoffrey Toone

Synopsis Poison Pen (1939) unfolds in a quiet British village, where tranquility is disrupted when villagers start receiving malicious and hateful letters. These "poison pen" missives stir up chaos and suspicion among the residents, leading to a tense atmosphere as everyone...

Direction Edward Dmytryk

Cast Chester Morris · Harriet Hilliard · Richard Lane · George E. Stone

Synopsis Confessions of Boston Blackie (1941) begins with a murder occurring during the auction of a precious statue. The main suspect is Boston Blackie, whose notorious reputation for skirting the law makes him an obvious target for law enforcement. When the...

Direction Seymour Friedman

Cast William Eythe · Marjorie Reynolds · Griff Barnett · Howard St. John

Synopsis Customs Agent (1950) follows the intense efforts of U.S. Customs to halt the illicit export of a groundbreaking medication to China. A dedicated Customs agent stationed in Shanghai unwittingly leads to the demise of his partner, resulting in his dismissal....

Direction D. Ross Lederman

Cast Michael Duane · Lenore Aubert · Richard Lane · James Cardwell

Synopsis The Return of the Whistler (1948) follows the tale of a young man whose life takes a dramatic turn on the brink of his wedding day. His fiancée vanishes without a trace, prompting him to enlist the help of a...

Direction Anthony Asquith

Cast Harry Baur · Penelope Dudley-Ward · Laurence Olivier · Athene Seyler

Synopsis Moscow Nights (1935) unfolds during the tumultuous period of the First World War, where a Russian officer, Ignatoff, finds himself wounded and nursed back to health by Natasha. As their bond deepens, Ignatoff discovers that Natasha is betrothed to Brioukow,...

Direction Alan Crosland

Cast Marguerite Courtot · Raymond McKee · Erich von Stroheim · Kate Lester

Synopsis The Unbeliever (1918) follows the journey of a privileged young American man who, raised with a strong sense of social hierarchy and prejudice, enlists in the Marines during World War I. Through his rigorous training and harrowing experiences in the...

Direction D. Ross Lederman

Cast Jim Bannon · Ross Hunter Productions · Ken Curtis · Loren Tindall

Direction William Castle

Cast Richard Dix · Barton MacLane · Nina Vale · Regis Toomey

Synopsis Mysterious Intruder (1946) follows a private investigator who is enlisted by the proprietor of a music shop to locate a young woman from his past. Intrigued by the substantial sum offered for her whereabouts, the detective delves deeper and uncovers...