Direction: Philip John

The best movies, series, and documentaries directed by Philip John. Explore exceptional titles that showcase a unique filmmaking vision.


Direction Julian Fellowes · Brian Percival · David Evans · Philip John

Cast Hugh Bonneville · Michelle Dockery · Maggie Smith · Elizabeth McGovern

Synopsis Downton Abbey (TV Series) (2010) is a captivating period drama that aired from 2010 to 2015, spanning 6 seasons and 52 episodes. The story unfolds in the grand Edwardian country house of Downton Abbey, beginning in 1912. The narrative intricately...

7.8

17K votes

7.8

17K votes

Direction Andrew Grieve · Peter Hoar · Declan O'Dwyer · Nicholas Laughland

Cast Robson Green · Hermione Norris · Simone Lahbib · Emma Handy

Synopsis Wire in the Blood (TV Series) (2002) is a gripping crime drama that aired from 2002 to 2008, featuring Robson Green as the brilliant but troubled criminal psychologist Dr. Tony Hill. The series is adapted from the acclaimed novels by...

7.1

104 votes

7.1

104 votes

Direction Ronald D. Moore · Metin Hüseyin · Anna Foerster · Brian Kelly

Cast Caitriona Balfe · Sam Heughan · Tobias Menzies · Duncan Lacroix

Synopsis Outlander (TV Series) (2014) is a captivating television series that spans from 2014 to the present day, comprising six seasons. The narrative revolves around Claire Randall, a married combat nurse from 1945 who inexplicably finds herself transported back to 1743....

6.8

7K votes

6.8

7K votes

Direction Katie Baxendale · Harry Bradbeer · Sean Grundy · Philip John

Cast Olivia Hallinan · Lenora Crichlow · Richard Lumsden · Sara Stewart

Synopsis Sugar Rush (TV Series) (2005) delves into the life of Kim, a teenager navigating her intense infatuation with the captivating and spirited Maria Sweet, affectionately known as Sugar. Kim's world is further complicated by her eccentric and often embarrassing family,...

6.6

494 votes

6.6

494 votes

Direction Corinne Marrinan · Ed McCardie · Pascal Chaumeil · Philip John

Cast Marc-André Grondin · Denis Menochet · Miranda Raison · Brendan Coyle

Synopsis Spotless (TV Series) (2015) is a gripping drama set in the bustling city of London. The narrative revolves around Jean, a meticulous crime scene cleaner whose orderly existence is disrupted when his criminal brother, Martin, abruptly enters his life. This...

6.5

230 votes

6.5

230 votes

Direction Rachel Anthony · S.J. Clarkson · Lowri Glain · Peter Hoar

Cast Sarah Parish · Sharon Small · Orla Brady · Shelley Conn

Synopsis Mistresses (TV Series) (2008) is a captivating drama that aired from 2008 to 2010, spanning three seasons and 16 episodes. The narrative revolves around the intertwined lives and romantic entanglements of four distinct women: Katie, a physician navigating an illicit...

6.4

172 votes

6.4

172 votes

Direction Toby Whithouse · Colin Teague · Charles Martin · Philip John

Cast Russell Tovey · Lenora Crichlow · Aidan Turner · Sinéad Keenan

Synopsis Being Human (TV Series) (2008) follows the lives of Mitchell and George, two young men navigating the challenges of adulthood with a supernatural twist. Mitchell, a charming and laid-back hospital cleaner, is a vampire, while George, a lovable geek and...

6.4

741 votes

6.4

741 votes

Direction Rob Evans · Justin Hardy · Philip John · Stephen Woolfenden

Cast Steven Mackintosh · Olivia Williams · Edward Bluemel · Kara Tointon

Synopsis The Halcyon (TV Series) (2017) unfolds the tale of a vibrant and opulent five-star hotel situated at the heart of London's high society, all while the world is engulfed in the turmoil of war.

6.0

32 votes

6.0

32 votes

Direction Nigel McCrery · Roy Mitchell · Martyn Friend · Rob Evans

Cast Alun Armstrong · Dennis Waterman · Amanda Redman · James Bolam

Synopsis New Tricks (TV Series) (2003) follows a unique ensemble of former law enforcement officers who are called back from retirement to tackle a variety of unresolved cases. This engaging drama series, which aired from 2003 to 2015, showcases the quirky...

6.0

21 votes

6.0

21 votes

Annika (TV Series)

2021 · Series · 47 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Philip John · Fiona Walton

Cast Nicola Walker · Jamie Sives · Katie Leung · Ukweli Roach

Synopsis Annika (TV Series) (2021) follows the story of the astute, clever, and mysterious Detective Inspector Annika Strandhed. She leads a newly formed elite Marine Homicide Unit (MHU), dedicated to solving the baffling, violent, and seemingly impossible murders that occur in...

5.7

53 votes

5.7

53 votes

Crossing Lines (TV Series)

2013 · Series · 43 min. · Germany

Direction Edward Allen Bernero · Rola Bauer · Eric Valette · Daniel Percival

Cast Tom Wlaschiha · Lara Rossi · Donald Sutherland · William Fichtner

Synopsis Crossing Lines (TV Series) (2013) follows a unique crime-fighting team tasked with solving complex cases that span multiple European countries. This gripping drama, which aired from 2013 to 2015, consists of three seasons and 34 episodes. The series delves into...

5.5

492 votes

5.5

492 votes

Direction Joe Pokaski · Gina Prince-Bythewood · Alex Garcia Lopez · Wayne Yip

Cast J.D. Evermore · Olivia Holt · Aubrey Joseph · Miles Mussenden

Synopsis Cloak & Dagger (TV Series) (2018) follows the intertwined lives of two young individuals from vastly different walks of life. As they navigate the complexities of their newfound abilities, they must also grapple with the challenges of adolescence and the...

5.5

308 votes

5.5

308 votes

Direction Colm McCarthy · Brian Kirk · Peter Lydon · Ed Fraiman

Cast James Nesbitt · Del Synnott · Sarah Berger · Michael Feast

Synopsis Murphy's Law (TV Series) (2003) is a gripping BBC television drama, crafted by Tiger Aspect Productions for BBC Northern Ireland, featuring James Nesbitt as the cunning undercover police officer, Tommy Murphy. The series spans five seasons, broadcast on BBC One....

Not rated

Not rated

Direction Philip John

Cast Michael Fassbender · Michelle Gomez · Brendan Coyle · Sean Harris

Synopsis Wedding Belles (TV) (2007) unfolds in the vibrant city of Leith, Edinburgh, where a group of friends navigate their personal struggles. Rhona, a former fashion model, grapples with the loss of her fiancé and seeks retribution against his killer while...

Not rated

Not rated

Direction Joshua St Johnston · Philip John · Sarah O'Gorman · Cilla Ware

Cast Lenora Crichlow · Dervla Kirwan · Michael Landes · O.T. Fagbenle

Synopsis Material Girl (TV Miniseries) (2010) follows the journey of a budding fashion designer who faces numerous challenges as she navigates the cutthroat world of high fashion. The six-episode series chronicles her struggle against a malevolent former employer, a charming yet...

Not rated

Not rated

Moon Dogs

2016 · Movie · 93 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Philip John

Cast Jack Parry Jones · Christy O'Donnell · Tara Lee · Chris Donald

Synopsis Moon Dogs (2016) follows the tumultuous journey of two teenage stepbrothers who find themselves in a complicated love triangle while embarking on a wild and unpredictable road trip from the remote Shetland Islands to the bustling city of Glasgow. As...

Not rated

Not rated

Abroad (TV)

2010 · Movie · 99 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Philip John

Cast Liane Balaban · Andrew Buchan · Daisy Haggard · Noam Jenkins

Synopsis Abroad (TV) (2010) follows the story of Amy Pearce, a journalist who secures a transfer from her position at a Toronto newspaper to the prestigious London Daily Post in the UK. This opportunity is facilitated by the newspapers' affluent owner,...

Not rated

Not rated

Chosen (TV Series)

2004 · Series · 30 min. · Ireland

Direction Philip John · Conor Morrissey

Cast Aislinn Sands · Joanne Crawford · Wuzza Conlon · Trystan Gravelle

Synopsis Chosen (TV Series) (2004) is a thrilling supernatural drama that unfolds at a rapid pace, where the ghosts of the past are not merely memories but very much alive. The narrative revolves around seven individuals who share a house and...

Not rated

Not rated

Direction Brian Grant · Philip John

Cast Paul Chequer · Jemima Rooper · Daniel Percival · Navin Chowdhry

Synopsis Sinchronicity (TV Miniseries) (2006) is a captivating television series that spans six compelling episodes. The narrative delves into the lives of individuals whose paths intertwine in unexpected ways, exploring themes of fate, coincidence, and the interconnectedness of human experiences. As...

Not rated

Not rated