Screenplay: Jerome Cady

Top movies, series, and documentaries with a screenplay by Jerome Cady. Explore the titles that showcase an exceptional writing.


Call Northside 777

1948 · Movie · 111 min. · United States

Direction Henry Hathaway

Cast James Stewart · Richard Conte · Lee J. Cobb · Helen Walker

Synopsis Call Northside 777 (1948) follows the gripping tale that begins in 1932 with the murder of a police officer and the subsequent imprisonment of Frank Wiecek for life. A decade later, an advertisement placed by Frank's mother catches the attention...

7.2

2K votes

7.2

2K votes

Cry Danger

1951 · Movie · 79 min. · United States

Direction Robert Parrish

Cast Dick Powell · Rhonda Fleming · Richard Erdman · William Conrad

Synopsis Cry Danger (1951) follows the journey of a man who has recently been freed from prison and is determined to uncover the truth about the individuals who falsely accused him and the hidden $100,000 fortune. During his quest, he encounters...

6.6

303 votes

6.6

303 votes

Forever Amber

1947 · Movie · 138 min. · United States

Direction Otto Preminger

Cast Linda Darnell · Cornel Wilde · Richard Greene · George Sanders

Synopsis Forever Amber (1947) follows the ambitious journey of Amber St. Clair, a woman determined to rise above her humble beginnings. With her charm and wit as her primary assets, she navigates a complex web of relationships, including marriages, romantic entanglements,...

6.6

374 votes

6.6

374 votes

Five Came Back

1939 · Movie · 75 min. · United States

Direction John Farrow

Cast Chester Morris · Lucille Ball · Wendy Barrie · John Carradine

Synopsis Five Came Back (1939) follows a group of survivors after their aircraft goes down in the dense South American wilderness. The passengers and crew, including an elderly pair, a gangster with a young companion, a bounty hunter escorting a criminal,...

6.5

90 votes

6.5

90 votes

Wing and a Prayer

1944 · Movie · 97 min. · United States

Direction Henry Hathaway

Cast Don Ameche · Dana Andrews · William Eythe · Charles Bickford

Synopsis Wing and a Prayer (1944) follows the journey of a naval vessel dispatched on a strategic mission across the Pacific. The crew is tasked with a diversionary operation, designed to mislead Japanese forces and lower their guard ahead of the...

6.3

83 votes

6.3

83 votes

Guadalcanal Diary

1943 · Movie · 93 min. · United States

Direction Lewis Seiler

Cast Preston Foster · Lloyd Nolan · William Bendix · Richard Conte

Synopsis Guadalcanal Diary (1943) follows the intimate stories of individuals caught in the throes of World War II, as a war correspondent guides viewers through the meticulous preparations, the dramatic landing, and the early stages of the Guadalcanal campaign. The film...

6.0

295 votes

6.0

295 votes

Full Confession

1939 · Movie · 73 min. · United States

Direction John Farrow

Cast Victor McLaglen · Sally Eilers · Joseph Calleia · Barry Fitzgerald

Synopsis Full Confession (1939) follows the journey of a dedicated Catholic priest, Father Loma, who is on a mission to persuade a reluctant individual to come forward and testify. His goal is to prevent an innocent man from facing the grim...

5.7

32 votes

5.7

32 votes

The Purple Heart

1944 · Movie · 100 min. · United States

Direction Lewis Milestone

Cast Dana Andrews · Richard Conte · Farley Granger · Kevin O'Shea

Synopsis The Purple Heart (1944) follows a group of American aviators who, four months after the devastating attack on Pearl Harbor, participate in the inaugural U.S. air retaliation mission against Japan. Their journey takes a dramatic turn when their plane crash-lands,...

5.7

89 votes

5.7

89 votes

Mr. Moto's Gamble

1938 · Movie · 72 min. · United States

Direction James Tinling

Cast Peter Lorre · Keye Luke · Dick Baldwin · Lynn Bari

Synopsis Mr. Moto's Gamble (1938) follows a gripping narrative where a prizefighter meets his untimely end during a match, but the circumstances surrounding his death point to something more sinister than the physical blows of the bout. It is revealed that...

5.5

21 votes

5.5

21 votes

The Marines Fly High

1940 · Movie · 68 min. · United States

Direction Benjamin Stoloff · George Nichols Jr.

Cast Richard Dix · Chester Morris · Lucille Ball · Steffi Duna

Synopsis The Marines Fly High (1940) follows the thrilling adventures of Marine lieutenants Dan and Jim as they navigate the dense and perilous South American jungle. Their mission is to combat a group of ruthless bandits who pose a significant threat...

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Time Out for Murder

1938 · Movie · 61 min. · United States

Direction H. Bruce Humberstone

Cast Gloria Stuart · Michael Whalen · Chick Chandler · Douglas Fowley

Synopsis Time Out for Murder (1938) follows the gripping tale of a bank messenger who finds himself in a whirlwind of suspicion after a woman, for whom he had recently handled a substantial deposit, is found murdered. As the situation unfolds,...

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One Wild Night

1938 · Movie · 72 min. · United States

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Winner Take All

1939 · Movie · 61 min. · United States

Direction Otto Brower

Cast Tony Martin · Gloria Stuart · Henry Armetta · Slim Summerville

Synopsis Winner Take All (1939) follows the journey of a humble waiter who unexpectedly finds himself in the spotlight after scoring a surprising victory in a charity boxing match. Seizing the opportunity, a group of cunning gamblers manipulate the situation to...

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Sued for Libel

1939 · Movie · 66 min. · United States

Direction Leslie Goodwins

Cast Kent Taylor · Linda Hayes · Lilian Bond · Morgan Conway

Synopsis Sued for Libel (1939) follows the chaotic events surrounding the trial of Albert Pomeroy, who is accused of murdering Edward Webster. The case gains public attention when Webster's widow, Muriel, vehemently asserts Pomeroy's innocence. Meanwhile, at the NYEB radio station,...

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The Great Hospital Mystery

1937 · Movie · 58 min. · United States

Direction James Tinling

Cast Jane Darwell · Sig Ruman · Sally Blane · Thomas Beck

Synopsis The Great Hospital Mystery (1937) follows the gripping tale of a nurse whose brother's life is endangered by menacing gangsters. To ensure his safety, she collaborates with her hospital superintendent to stage his death, making it appear as though he...

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Laddie

1940 · Movie · United States

Direction Jack B. Hively

Cast Tim Holt · Virginia Gilmore · Joan Carroll · Spring Byington

Synopsis Laddie (1940) follows the romantic journey of a charming young man named Laddie Stanton, who sets his sights on winning the heart of his neighbor, Pamela Pryor. However, their blossoming romance faces significant hurdles, primarily from Pamela's stern and disciplined...

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Mexican Spitfire at Sea

1942 · Movie · 72 min. · United States

Direction Leslie Goodwins

Cast Lupe Velez · Leon Errol · Charles 'Buddy' Rogers · ZaSu Pitts

Synopsis Mexican Spitfire at Sea (1942) follows the Lindsay family as they embark on a voyage to Hawaii for a belated second honeymoon. Unbeknownst to Carmelita, her husband Dennis has a hidden agenda: to finalize a business deal with Mr. Baldwin....

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Thunder in the Valley

1947 · Movie · 103 min. · United States

Direction Louis King

Cast Lon McCallister · Peggy Ann Garner · Edmund Gwenn · Reginald Owen

Synopsis Thunder in the Valley (1947) unfolds in the rugged Scottish highlands, centering around a gruff and weathered sheep farmer, Adam MacAdam, portrayed by Edmund Gwenn. Adam's sole passion is his prized collie dog, overshadowing his relationship with his son, David,...

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