Direction: Darnell Martin

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


Oz (TV Series)

1997 · Series · 60 min. · United States

Direction Tom Fontana · Nick Gomez · Adam Bernstein · Alex Zakrzewski

Cast Ernie Hudson · Harold Perrineau · Lee Tergesen · J.K. Simmons

Synopsis Oz (TV Series) (1997) is a gripping television drama that aired from 1997 to 2003, spanning 6 seasons and 56 episodes. The narrative unfolds within the confines of the Oswald State Penitentiary, affectionately known on the streets as "Oz." The...

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7.9

5K votes

7.9

5K votes

Direction Robert Kirkman · Frank Darabont · Greg Nicotero · Ernest R. Dickerson

Cast Andrew Lincoln · Norman Reedus · Melissa Suzanne McBride · Lauren Cohan

Synopsis The Walking Dead (TV Series) (2010) unfolds the narrative of the aftermath of a zombie pandemic, chronicling the journey of survivors in a post-apocalyptic world. Sheriff Rick Grimes, along with his family and a tight-knit group of survivors, embarks on...

7.0

72K votes

7.0

72K votes

Direction Austin Winsberg · Richard Shepard · Rose Troche · Richie Keen

Cast Jane Levy · Skylar Astin · Mary Steenburgen · Alex Newell

Synopsis Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist (TV Series) (2020) follows the journey of a young woman who gains an extraordinary ability. After a near-death experience, she finds herself hearing the innermost thoughts and emotions of those around her, expressed as songs and musical...

6.8

1K votes

6.8

1K votes

E.R. (TV Series)

1994 · Series · 45 min. · United States

Direction Michael Crichton · Christopher Chulack · Jonathan Kaplan · Richard Thorpe

Cast Noah Wyle · Maura Tierney · Laura Innes · George Clooney

Synopsis E.R. (TV Series) (1994) is a medical drama that aired from 1994 to 2009, spanning 15 seasons and 331 episodes. Created by renowned author Michael Crichton, the show delves into the lives of medical professionals working in the emergency department...

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6.7

40K votes

6.7

40K votes

Direction Ethan Hawke · Mark Richard · Albert Hughes · Haifaa Al-Mansour

Cast Ethan Hawke · Joshua Caleb Johnson · Beau Knapp · Mo Brings Plenty

Synopsis The Good Lord Bird (TV Miniseries) (2020) is a captivating 7-episode limited series starring Ethan Hawke as the renowned abolitionist John Brown. Adapted from the National Book Award-winning novel, the narrative unfolds through the eyes of "Onion," a fictional enslaved...

6.6

850 votes

6.6

850 votes

Cadillac Records

2008 · Movie · 109 min. · United States

Direction Darnell Martin

Cast Adrien Brody · Beyoncé · Jeffrey Wright · Emmanuelle Chriqui

Synopsis Cadillac Records (2008) delves into the vibrant and tumultuous world of 1950s Chicago, where the lives of some of America's most iconic musicians intersect in a whirlwind of passion, conflict, and groundbreaking music. The narrative centers around the legendary figures...

6.6

4K votes

6.6

4K votes

Direction Kevin Williamson · Julie Plec · Chris Grismer · Joshua Butler

Cast Ian Somerhalder · Nina Dobrev · Paul Wesley · Candice Accola

Synopsis The Vampire Diaries (TV Series) (2009) is a captivating television series that aired from 2009 to 2017, spanning 8 seasons and 171 episodes. Originally broadcast on the CW network, it stands as the second series adapted from a popular book...

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6.4

8K votes

6.4

8K votes

Direction Katie Cappiello · Silas Howard · Kim So-yong · Tina Mabry

Cast Odessa A’zion · Odley Jean · Maliq Johnson · Amalia Yoo

Synopsis Grand Army (TV Series) (2020) follows the lives of five distinct students navigating the tumultuous landscape of the biggest public high school in Brooklyn. As they grapple with the challenges of adolescence, they strive to overcome obstacles, carve out their...

6.4

231 votes

6.4

231 votes

Direction David Schulner · Kate Dennis · Michael Slovis · Laura Belsey

Cast Ryan Eggold · Christine Chang · Stacey Raymond · Freema Agyeman

Synopsis New Amsterdam (TV Series) (2018) is a compelling medical drama that spans from 2018 to the present day, consisting of 2 seasons and 40 episodes. Drawing inspiration from Bellevue, the oldest public hospital in the United States, the series centers...

6.4

1K votes

6.4

1K votes

Direction Josh Appelbaum · André Nemec · Scott Rosenberg · Michael Katleman

Cast Jason O'Mara · Michael Imperioli · Gretchen Mol · Jonathan Murphy

Synopsis Life on Mars (TV Series) (2008) follows the journey of a modern-day detective who, after a car accident, inexplicably finds himself transported back to the 1970s. This American adaptation of the BBC series spans 17 episodes, filled with intrigue and...

6.3

760 votes

6.3

760 votes

For Life (TV Series)

2020 · Series · 43 min. · United States

Direction Hank Steinberg · George Tillman Jr. · Debs Gardner-Paterson · Erica Watson

Cast Nicholas Pinnock · Matt Dellapina · Adam Feingold · Suzanne Savoy

Synopsis For Life (TV Series) (2020) follows the compelling journey of a man incarcerated for a crime he did not commit. While serving a life sentence, he embarks on a remarkable path to become a lawyer, determined to clear his name...

6.3

118 votes

6.3

118 votes

Direction Dick Wolf · Constantine Makris · Jace Alexander · Edwin Sherin

Cast Jerry Orbach · Paul Sorvino · Dennis Farina · S. Epatha Merkerson

Synopsis Law & Order (TV Series) (1990) spans 20 seasons and 456 episodes, set in the heart of New York City. This gripping series delves into the intricate world of law enforcement and prosecution, where two distinct yet interconnected forces work...

6.2

9K votes

6.2

9K votes

Direction Jason Richman · Jeffrey Nachmanoff · Dean White · Kevin Hooks

Cast Michael Imperioli · James McDaniel · Aisha Hinds · Jon Michael Hill

Synopsis Detroit 1-8-7 (TV Series) (2010) is a gripping police procedural drama that aired from 2010 to 2011, spanning 18 episodes. The show presents a unique narrative style where fictional documentarians shadow and film the daily lives and cases of a...

6.1

113 votes

6.1

113 votes

Direction Dan Futterman · John Dahl · Darnell Martin · Craig Zisk

Cast Jeff Daniels · Maura Tierney · Jon Collin Barclay · Justin Mane

Synopsis American Rust (TV Miniseries) (2021) unfolds in a Rust Belt community in southwest Pennsylvania, where a morally complex and compromised police chief, played by Jeff Daniels, faces a critical decision. The chief must determine the extent of his involvement when...

6.1

194 votes

6.1

194 votes

Lore (TV Series)

2017 · Series · 40 min. · United States

Direction Aaron Mahnke · Christoph Schrewe · Alice Troughton · Darnell Martin

Cast Caroline Arapoglou · Mark Ashworth · John Byner · J.T. Corbitt

Synopsis Lore (TV Series) (2017) is an anthology series that delves into the chilling origins of our most terrifying legends. Produced by the masterminds behind The Walking Dead and The X-Files, this show adapts Aaron Mahnke's popular podcast, "Lore," and explores...

6.0

532 votes

6.0

532 votes

Direction David Pastor · Àlex Pastor · David Grossman · Kelly Makin

Cast Sean Teale · Allison Miller · Eddie Ramos · Julia Ormond

Synopsis Incorporated (TV Series) (2016) follows the journey of a determined individual who sets out to challenge the overwhelming influence of a colossal corporation that appears to hold boundless authority.

6.0

285 votes

6.0

285 votes

Grimm (TV Series)

2011 · Series · 40 min. · United States

Direction David Greenwalt · Jim Kouf · Marc Buckland · Norberto Barba

Cast Russell Hornsby · David Giuntoli · Bitsie Tulloch · Silas Weir Mitchell

Synopsis Grimm (TV Series) (2011) is a captivating television series that aired from 2011 to 2017, spanning 6 seasons and 123 episodes. The show delves into the darker side of classic fairy tales, revealing that the stories we grew up with...

5.9

3K votes

5.9

3K votes

Direction Dick Wolf · Frank Prinzi · Jean de Segonzac · Steve Shill

Cast Vincent D'Onofrio · Kathryn Erbe · Chris Noth · Julianne Nicholson

Synopsis Law & Order: Criminal Intent (TV Series) (2001) is a gripping television series that aired from 2001 to 2011, spanning 10 captivating seasons. The show delves into the intricate minds of criminals while showcasing the psychological tactics employed by the...

5.8

1K votes

5.8

1K votes

Direction Martin Gero · Mark Pellington · Steve Shill · Rob Hardy

Cast Jaimie Alexander · Sullivan Stapleton · Audrey Esparza · Rob Brown

Synopsis Blindspot (TV Series) (2015) follows the mysterious journey of a woman found in Times Square, completely naked and adorned with intricate, fresh tattoos, but devoid of any memory of her past. Known initially as Jane Doe, she becomes the center...

5.7

2K votes

5.7

2K votes

Direction Darnell Martin

Cast Halle Berry · Ruben Santiago-Hudson · Michael Ealy · Nicki Micheaux

Synopsis Their Eyes Were Watching God (TV) (2005) unfolds over the initial three decades of the 20th century, with its narrative rooted in Eatonville, FL, a predominantly African American town. The story revolves around Janie Crawford (portrayed by Halle Berry), a...

5.6

91 votes

5.6

91 votes