Direction: Gregory Ratoff

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


Direction Gregory Ratoff

Cast Leslie Howard · Ingrid Bergman · Edna Best · John Halliday

Synopsis Intermezzo: A Love Story (1939) follows the journey of renowned violinist Holger Brandt, who, after concluding a triumphant tour in New York, returns to his Stockholm residence. At his daughter Ann Marie's birthday celebration, he is captivated by her piano...

6.6

399 votes

6.6

399 votes

Moss Rose

1947 · Movie · 82 min. · United States

Direction Gregory Ratoff

Cast Peggy Cummins · Victor Mature · Ethel Barrymore · Vincent Price

Synopsis Moss Rose (1947) unfolds in the foggy streets of Victorian London, where a music-hall performer meets a tragic end. A moss rose is found near her body, marking a page in a Bible. A witness, a fellow chorus girl played...

6.1

28 votes

6.1

28 votes

The Corsican Brothers

1941 · Movie · 111 min. · United States

Direction Gregory Ratoff

Cast Douglas Fairbanks Jr. · Ruth Warrick · Akim Tamiroff · J. Carrol Naish

Synopsis The Corsican Brothers (1941) follows the extraordinary journey of Siamese twins, portrayed by Douglas Fairbanks Jr., who are forcibly separated by a skilled physician after their parents' tragic demise at the hands of Vendetta, embodied by Akim Tamiroff in his...

6.0

40 votes

6.0

40 votes

Black Magic

1949 · Movie · 105 min. · United States

Direction Gregory Ratoff · Orson Welles

Cast Orson Welles · Nancy Guild · Akim Tamiroff · Frank Latimore

Synopsis Black Magic (1949) follows the tale of a skilled hypnotist who wields his extraordinary abilities to exact vengeance on the opulent and corrupt court of King Louis XV. The hypnotist's mastery over the minds of others becomes a tool for...

5.9

207 votes

5.9

207 votes

Adam Had Four Sons

1941 · Movie · 81 min. · United States

Direction Gregory Ratoff

Cast Ingrid Bergman · Warner Baxter · Susan Hayward · Fay Wray

Synopsis Adam Had Four Sons (1941) follows the story of Emilie, who is employed to look after the four sons of the affluent Adam Stoddard and his spouse, Molly. Following Molly's passing, Adam and his sons become increasingly reliant on Emilie....

5.9

108 votes

5.9

108 votes

Direction Gregory Ratoff

Cast Dick Haymes · Vera-Ellen · Cesar Romero · Celeste Holm

Synopsis Carnival in Costa Rica (1947) follows the story of Pepe Castro and Luisa Molina, who have recently returned to their homeland from educational pursuits in the United States. Upon their arrival, they discover that their parents have made plans for...

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Abdulla the Great

1955 · Movie · 103 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Gregory Ratoff

Cast Gregory Ratoff · Kay Kendall · Marina Berti · Sydney Chaplin

Synopsis Abdulla the Great (1955) follows the story of a powerful and wealthy monarch in a Middle Eastern nation who seemingly has it all. However, his life takes an unexpected turn when he becomes infatuated with a stunning model. Despite his...

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Barricade

1939 · Movie · 71 min. · United States

Direction Gregory Ratoff

Cast Alice Faye · Warner Baxter · Charles Winninger · Arthur Treacher

Synopsis Barricade (1939) unfolds in the tumultuous landscape of 1930s China, where a talented singer, portrayed by Faye, and a determined journalist, played by Baxter, cross paths during a perilous journey. Their encounter takes a dramatic turn when the train they...

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Day-Time Wife

1939 · Movie · 72 min. · United States

Direction Gregory Ratoff

Cast Tyrone Power · Linda Darnell · Warren William · Binnie Barnes

Synopsis Day-Time Wife (1939) follows the story of a neglected wife who decides to take matters into her own hands. The executive's spouse, feeling overlooked and ignored by her husband who is constantly preoccupied with his own secretary, seeks solace and...

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Direction Gregory Ratoff

Cast Don Ameche · Janet Blair · Jack Oakie · William Gaxton

Synopsis Something to Shout About (1943) follows the story of Broadway stage producer Willard Samson, who, after a string of three consecutive failures, is offered a lifeline by wealthy divorcée Donna Davis. She agrees to fund a new show on the...

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Paris Underground

1945 · Movie · 97 min. · United States

Direction Gregory Ratoff

Cast Constance Bennett · Gracie Fields · George Rigaud · Kurt Kreuger

Synopsis Paris Underground (1945) follows the story of two women, portrayed by Bennett and Gracie Fields, who find themselves stranded in Paris as the Nazis take over. An American and an English citizen respectively, they join forces to assist Allied airmen...

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Public Deb No. 1

1940 · Movie · 79 min. · United States

Direction Gregory Ratoff

Cast George Murphy · Brenda Joyce · Ralph Bellamy · Elsa Maxwell

Synopsis Public Deb No. 1 (1940) kicks off with an unexpected turn of events when a waiter, in a moment of public discipline, administers a spanking to a high-society young woman who had attended a Communist rally. This act of public...

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Direction Gregory Ratoff

Cast Loretta Young · Warner Baxter · Binnie Barnes · Cesar Romero

Synopsis Wife, Husband and Friend (1939) follows the journey of an aspiring singer who dreams of achieving greatness. Her ambitious teacher, with a hidden agenda, fuels her aspirations. However, her initial attempts at stardom end in failure, leading her husband to...

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Direction Gregory Ratoff · George Seaton

Cast Fred MacMurray · Joan Leslie · June Haver · Gene Sheldon

Synopsis Where Do We Go from Here? (1945) follows the adventures of Bill Morgan, portrayed by Fred MacMurray, a patriotic American during World War II who is initially unable to enlist due to his 4F status. Eager to contribute to the...

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Direction Gregory Ratoff

Cast Monty Woolley · June Haver · Dick Haymes · Anthony Quinn

Synopsis Irish Eyes Are Smiling (1944) presents a melodious journey through the life of Ernest R. Ball, a renowned composer celebrated for his numerous beloved Irish tunes, notably the title track. The film captures the essence of Ball's life, showcasing his...

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I Was an Adventuress

1940 · Movie · 81 min. · United States

Direction Gregory Ratoff

Cast Vera Zorina · Richard Greene · Erich von Stroheim · Peter Lorre

Synopsis I Was an Adventuress (1940) follows the tale of Andre Desormeaux, a cunning con artist and skilled jewel thief, who has enjoyed considerable success with his partners, the agile Polo and the enchanting "Countess" Tanya Vronsky. However, Tanya's life takes...

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The Men in Her Life

1941 · Movie · 89 min. · United States

Direction Gregory Ratoff

Cast Loretta Young · Conrad Veidt · Dean Jagger · Eugenie Leontovich

Synopsis The Men in Her Life (1941) follows the journey of a circus performer who transitions into a ballerina, navigating the complexities of her career and personal life. She initially marries her mentor and instructor, driven by gratitude, but after his...

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My Daughter Joy

1950 · Movie · 81 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Gregory Ratoff

Cast Edward G. Robinson · Peggy Cummins · Richard Greene · Nora Swinburne

Synopsis My Daughter Joy (1950) follows the story of a wealthy businessman who indulges his young daughter excessively. However, his marital life is far from ideal, as his bond with his wife is strained and lacking in affection.

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