Direction: Peter Werner

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


Direction Graham Yost · Adam Arkin · Jon Avnet · Peter Werner

Cast Timothy Olyphant · Nick Searcy · Joelle Carter · Jacob Pitts

Synopsis Justified (TV Series) (2010) is a gripping crime drama that aired from 2010 to 2015. The series follows U.S. Marshal Raylan Givens, a contemporary lawman with a 19th-century flair, who delivers justice in a manner that earns him enemies among...

7.0

3K votes

7.0

3K votes

Direction Peter Werner

Cast James Wolk · Treat Williams · Dominic Scott Kay · Sarah Drew

Synopsis Front of the Class (TV) (2008) tells the inspiring story of Brad Cohen, a young man who, despite facing the challenges of Tourette's Syndrome from a very early age, overcomes numerous obstacles to achieve his dream of becoming an exceptional...

6.8

372 votes

6.8

372 votes

UnReal (TV Series)

2015 · Series · 42 min. · United States

Direction Sarah Gertrude Shapiro · Marti Noxon · Uta Briesewitz · Lev L. Spiro

Cast Shiri Appleby · Constance Zimmer · Johanna Braddy · Genevieve Buechner

Synopsis UnReal (TV Series) (2015) delves into the tumultuous world behind the scenes of a high-stakes dating competition show. Spanning four seasons and 38 episodes, the series offers a raw and unfiltered perspective on the drama, manipulation, and personal struggles that...

6.6

804 votes

6.6

804 votes

Direction Glenn Gordon Caron · Peter Werner · Christian I. Nyby II · Allan Arkush

Cast Bruce Willis · Cybill Shepherd · Allyce Beasley · Curtis Armstrong

Synopsis Moonlighting (TV Series) (1985) is a captivating television series that aired from 1985 to 1989, spanning 5 seasons and 66 episodes. The story revolves around Maddie Hayes, a former top model who is deceived by her investment advisor, leaving her...

6.6

11K votes

6.6

11K votes

Direction Jon Bokenkamp · Michael W. Watkins · Andrew McCarthy · Steven A. Adelson

Cast James Spader · Megan Boone · Diego Klattenhoff · Harry Lennix

Synopsis The Blacklist (TV Series) (2013) is an ongoing television series that has aired since 2013, spanning eight seasons. The show revolves around Thomas Raymond Reddington, portrayed by James Spader, a notorious criminal who voluntarily surrenders to authorities and proposes to...

6.4

6K votes

6.4

6K votes

Boomtown (TV Series)

2002 · Series · 45 min. · United States

Direction Graham Yost · Jon Avnet · Frederick King Keller · Peter Werner

Cast Donnie Wahlberg · Neal McDonough · Mykelti Williamson · Gary Basaraba

Synopsis Boomtown (TV Series) (2002) is an intriguing television series set in contemporary Los Angeles that delves into the complexities of crime through a multifaceted lens. Each episode meticulously explores a single criminal incident from a variety of perspectives, including those...

6.3

44 votes

6.3

44 votes

Direction Robert Doherty · John Polson · Andrew Bernstein · Seith Mann

Cast Jonny Lee Miller · Lucy Liu · Aidan Quinn · Jon Michael Hill

Synopsis Elementary (TV Series) (2012) presents a contemporary interpretation of the iconic Sherlock Holmes stories, with the brilliant detective residing in the bustling metropolis of New York City. This series, which aired from 2012 to 2019, spans seven seasons and 154...

6.2

6K votes

6.2

6K votes

Direction Peter Mattei · Jon Amiel · Michael Trim · Adam Bernstein

Cast David Morse · Ryan Hurst · Phyllis Somerville · Danielle Brickman

Synopsis Outsiders (TV Series) (2016) is a gripping drama that unfolds in the remote and enigmatic landscapes of Appalachia, where a fierce battle for dominance and influence takes center stage. The narrative revolves around the Farrell family, a clan of outsiders...

6.0

176 votes

6.0

176 votes

Raines (TV Series)

2007 · Series · 45 min. · United States

Direction Graham Yost · Frank Darabont · Peter Werner · Félix Enríquez Alcalá

Cast Jeff Goldblum · Madeleine Stowe · Matt Craven · Nicole Sullivan

Synopsis Raines (TV Series) (2007) is a captivating police drama that masterfully blends classic noir storytelling with a touch of humor and intrigue, brought to life by Emmy Award-winning executive producer-writer Graham Yost and starring Jeff Goldblum. The series follows the...

6.0

142 votes

6.0

142 votes

Direction Craig Sweeny · Marc Webb · Douglas Aarniokoski · Peter Werner

Cast Jake McDorman · Jennifer Carpenter · Hill Harper · Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio

Synopsis Limitless (TV Series) (2015) follows the journey of a man who unlocks the full potential of his brain, allowing him to access and utilize 100% of his cognitive abilities. This gripping television series, which spans 22 episodes, is a captivating...

6.0

1K votes

6.0

1K votes

Direction Mitchell Burgess · Robin Green · Ralph Hemecker · Frederick King Keller

Cast Tom Selleck · Donnie Wahlberg · Bridget Moynahan · Jennifer Butler

Synopsis Blue Bloods (TV Series) (2010) is a gripping drama crafted by Emmy Award-winning writers from "The Sopranos," focusing on a tight-knit, multi-generational family deeply rooted in New York City's law enforcement. At the helm is Frank Reagan (Tom Selleck), the...

5.9

1K votes

5.9

1K 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

Medium (TV Series)

2005 · Series · 60 min. · United States

Direction Glenn Gordon Caron · Aaron Lipstadt · Peter Werner · Vincent Misiano

Cast Patricia Arquette · Miguel Sandoval · David Cubitt · Sofia Vassilieva

Synopsis Medium (TV Series) (2005) is a gripping drama series that aired from 2005 to 2011, spanning 7 seasons and 130 episodes. Created by Emmy Award-winning executive producer, creator, and director Glenn Gordon Caron (“Moonlighting”), the show is inspired by the...

5.9

7K votes

5.9

7K votes

Six (TV Series)

2017 · Series · 60 min. · United States

Direction William Broyles Jr. · David Broyles · Lesli Linka Glatter · Mikael Salomon

Cast Walton Goggins · Barry Sloane · Kyle Schmid · Juan Pablo Raba

Synopsis Six (TV Series) (2017) follows the intense journey of a Navy SEAL Team Six unit as they embark on a high-stakes mission in Afghanistan. Their objective is to neutralize a key Taliban leader, but their operation takes an unexpected turn...

5.8

595 votes

5.8

595 votes

Direction Peter Werner

Cast Randall Batinkoff · Natasha Gregson Wagner · Rebecca Herbst · Sarah Trigger

Synopsis Hefner: Unauthorized (TV) (1999) presents a polished yet superficial cable TV biopic centered around Hugh Hefner, the iconic founder of Playboy magazine. Drawing parallels with "Sunset Blvd.," the narrative is uniquely told through the perspective of a deceased individual: Bobbie...

5.7

22 votes

5.7

22 votes

No Man's Land

1987 · Movie · 107 min. · United States

Direction Peter Werner

Cast D.B. Sweeney · Charlie Sheen · Lara Harris · Randy Quaid

Synopsis No Man's Land (1987) follows the story of a novice law enforcement officer, Benjy Taylor, portrayed by D. B. Sweeney. Taylor embarks on an undercover mission to apprehend a group of automobile thieves, headed by the cunning Ted Varrick, played...

5.6

178 votes

5.6

178 votes

Tempting Fate (TV)

1998 · Movie · 96 min. · United States

Direction Peter Werner

Cast Tate Donovan · Abraham Benrubi · Ming-Na Wen · Matt Craven

Synopsis Tempting Fate (TV) (1998) follows the story of a doctor who, captivated by the serene and idyllic lifestyle of a vacation spot, chooses to stay and enjoy the leisurely pace of life in an alternate dimension. However, his newfound paradise...

5.6

34 votes

5.6

34 votes

Gracie's Choice (TV)

2004 · Movie · 90 min. · United States

Direction Peter Werner

Cast Anne Heche · Diane Ladd · Kristen Bell · Shedrack Anderson III

Synopsis Gracie's Choice (TV) (2004) follows the journey of a resilient 16-year-old girl named Gracie, who has taken on the monumental responsibility of caring for her four younger siblings. Each of her siblings has a different father, all of whom are...

5.6

207 votes

5.6

207 votes

Direction Peter Werner

Cast Cicely Tyson · Erika Alexander · Blair Underwood · Mario Van Peebles

Synopsis Mama Flora's Family (TV) (1998) follows the life of Cicely Tyson as she portrays the elderly matriarch of an African American family. The narrative delves into the family's journey marked by hardship, sorrow, and resilience, as inspired by a tale...

5.5

341 votes

5.5

341 votes

Direction Greg Berlanti · Jon Harmon Feldman · Terry McDonough · David Semel

Cast Michael Chiklis · Julie Benz · Jimmy Bennett · Kay Panabaker

Synopsis No Ordinary Family (TV Series) (2010) follows the Powell family as they transition from a typical suburban life to one filled with extraordinary circumstances. After 16 years of marriage, Jim (Michael Chiklis, known for "The Shield" and "Fantastic Four") feels...

5.4

535 votes

5.4

535 votes