Direction: Spike Jonze
The best movies, series, and documentaries directed by Spike Jonze. Explore exceptional titles that showcase a unique filmmaking vision.
Titles found: 30
Her
2013 · Movie · 126 min. · United States
Direction Spike Jonze
Cast Joaquin Phoenix · Amy Adams · Rooney Mara · Olivia Wilde
Synopsis Her (2013) is set in a near-future world where Theodore, a solitary writer portrayed by Joaquin Phoenix, acquires an advanced operating system intended to cater to all user needs. Unexpectedly, Theodore forms a deep emotional bond with Samantha, the AI...
7.5
74K votes
7.5
74K votes
Being John Malkovich
1999 · Movie · 112 min. · United States
Direction Spike Jonze
Cast John Cusack · Cameron Diaz · Catherine Keener · John Malkovich
Synopsis Being John Malkovich (1999) is a surreal comedy-drama set in present-day Manhattan. Craig Schwartz, a struggling puppeteer, secures a job at LesterCorp., a peculiar company on the seventh-and-a-half floor of an office building. There, he meets Maxine, with whom he...
7.3
51K votes
7.3
51K votes
Beastie Boys Story
2020 · Documentary · 119 min. · United States
Direction Spike Jonze
Cast Adam Horovitz · Mike D · Beastie Boys
Synopsis Beastie Boys Story (2020) delves into the heartfelt journey of Mike Diamond and Adam Horovitz, two members of the iconic band, as they share an intimate and personal narrative about their group and the enduring bond they've maintained over four...
7.2
751 votes
7.2
751 votes
Tell Them Anything You Want: A Portrait of Maurice Sendak (TV)
2009 · Documentary · 39 min. · United States
Direction Spike Jonze · Lance Bangs
Cast Lance Bangs · Lynn Caponera · James Gandolfini · Spike Jonze
7.1
63 votes
7.1
63 votes
I'm Here
2010 · Movie · 29 min. · United States
Direction Spike Jonze
Cast Andrew Garfield · Sienna Guillory · Annie Hardy · Nathan Johnson
Synopsis I'm Here (2010) follows the journey of a library assistant navigating a mundane existence in Los Angeles. His life takes an unexpected turn when a fortuitous encounter sparks his imagination and introduces him to the transformative power of creativity and...
7.1
8K votes
7.1
8K votes
Adaptation
2002 · Movie · 114 min. · United States
Direction Spike Jonze
Cast Nicolas Cage · Meryl Streep · Chris Cooper · Tilda Swinton
Synopsis Adaptation (2002) follows Charlie Kaufman (Cage), a screenwriter grappling with self-doubt in his professional and personal spheres, despite his initial triumph with an Academy Award®-nominated script. Tasked with adapting "The Orchid Thief," a true story about orchid enthusiast John Laroche...
7.1
41K votes
7.1
41K votes
Aziz Ansari: Right Now
2019 · Movie · 65 min. · United States
Direction Spike Jonze
Cast Aziz Ansari
Synopsis Aziz Ansari: Right Now (2019) is a fresh and engaging comedy special helmed by the renowned director Spike Jonze. This stand-up performance, featuring Aziz Ansari's signature wit and observational humor, made its debut on July 9, exclusively on Netflix.
6.7
426 votes
6.7
426 votes
D.A.F.T.: A Story About Dogs, Androids, Firemen and Tomatoes
2000 · Documentary · 60 min. · France
Direction Thomas Bangalter · Guy-Manuel De Homem-Christo · Roman Coppola · Michel Gondry
Cast Daft Punk · Guy-Manuel De Homem-Christo · Thomas Bangalter
Synopsis D.A.F.T.: A Story About Dogs, Androids, Firemen and Tomatoes (2000) showcases the iconic French electronic duo Daft Punk's most memorable music videos. This DVD compilation includes five standout tracks: "Da Funk," directed by Spike Jonze, "Burnin'," "Revolution 909," "Around the...
6.6
67 votes
6.6
67 votes
Scenes from the Suburbs
2011 · Movie · 28 min. · United States
Direction Spike Jonze
Cast Sam Dillon · Zoe Graham · Zeke Jarmon · Paul Pluymen
Synopsis Scenes from the Suburbs (2011) follows a group of young individuals living in the suburbs during a time of uncertainty and conflict. The narrative begins with a reflective voiceover, pondering the fleeting nature of memories and the significance of the...
6.6
944 votes
6.6
944 votes
Video Days (S)
1991 · Documentary · 24 min. · United States
Direction Spike Jonze
Cast Mark Gonzales · Rudy Johnson · Jason Lee · Guy Mariano
Synopsis Video Days (S) (1991) presents unfiltered and exhilarating street footage captured by some of the most influential figures in street skating. The documentary showcases breathtaking skateboarding performances that serve as a benchmark for all great skateboarding films, emphasizing the core...
6.4
36 votes
6.4
36 votes
Welcome Home (S)
2018 · Movie · 4 min. · United States
Direction Spike Jonze
Cast FKA Twigs
Synopsis Welcome Home (S) (2018) is a short film that serves as a promotional piece for Apple's HomePod speaker. The narrative revolves around a man who returns to his smart home, where the HomePod is seamlessly integrated into his daily life....
6.4
350 votes
6.4
350 votes
Kenzo World (S)
2016 · Movie · 4 min. · United States
Direction Spike Jonze
Cast Margaret Qualley
6.3
866 votes
6.3
866 votes
Direction Spike Jonze · Simon Cahn
Synopsis To Die by your Side (S) (2011) unfolds as twilight descends upon an antiquated Parisian bookshop, prompting the elderly proprietor to shut its doors. The enchantment begins as the characters depicted on the book covers spring to life. A captivating...
6.3
999 votes
6.3
999 votes
Where the Wild Things Are
2009 · Movie · 101 min. · United States
Direction Spike Jonze
Cast Max Records · Catherine Keener · Pepita Emmerichs · Mark Ruffalo
Synopsis Where the Wild Things Are (2009) follows the imaginative journey of Max, a young boy who, after being sent to bed without dinner due to his mischievous behavior, escapes into a fantastical world. This realm is populated by enormous and...
6.2
27K votes
6.2
27K votes
How They Get There (S)
1997 · Movie · 2 min. · United States
Direction Spike Jonze
Cast Mark Gonzales · Rico Bueno · Lauren Curry
Synopsis How They Get There (S) (1997) follows the playful interactions of a young man and woman who engage in a game of mimicry from across the street. Their lighthearted antics continue until an unexpected and unanticipated event disrupts their playful...
5.7
581 votes
5.7
581 votes
The New Normal (S)
2019 · Movie · 2 min. · United States
Direction Spike Jonze
Cast Tara Brook · Edie Hovey · Julie Lancaster · Steven Allen Passmore
Synopsis The New Normal (S) (2019) takes viewers on an enlightening expedition through the intricate history of cannabis in America. The documentary delves into the past, revealing George Washington's involvement in hemp cultivation. It scrutinizes the impact of policies such as...
5.7
74 votes
5.7
74 votes
Jackass (TV Series)
2000 · Series · 25 min. · United States
Direction Jeff Tremaine · Johnny Knoxville · Spike Jonze
Cast Johnny Knoxville · Bam Margera · Chris Pontius · Steve-O
Synopsis Jackass (TV Series) (2000) follows the antics of Johnny Knoxville and his crew as they engage in a variety of entertaining and often perilous stunts. The group seeks out activities that typically involve significant discomfort, risk, or danger, all in...
5.3
350 votes
5.3
350 votes
Choose You (S)
2013 · Movie · 7 min. · United States
Direction Spike Jonze · Chris Milk
Cast Joel Garland · Dree Hemingway · Vanessa Hudgens · Nick Lashaway
5.2
23 votes
5.2
23 votes
Ikea: Lamp (S)
2002 · Movie · 1 min. · United States
Direction Spike Jonze
Cast Jonas Fornander
Synopsis Ikea: Lamp (S) (2002) is a poignant and critically acclaimed short film that tells the story of a lamp left behind by its owner. The film garnered significant attention and accolades, including comparisons to advertisements by The Carphone Warehouse and...
5.1
23 votes
5.1
23 votes
4.7
30 votes