Screenplay: Maxwell Shane
Top movies, series, and documentaries with a screenplay by Maxwell Shane. Explore the titles that showcase an exceptional writing.
Titles found: 55
Wait 'Till The Sun Shines, Nellie
1952 · Movie · 108 min. · United States
Direction Henry King
Cast Jean Peters · David Wayne · Hugh Marlowe · Albert Dekker
7.4
94 votes
7.4
94 votes
Nightmare
1956 · Movie · 89 min. · United States
Direction Maxwell Shane
Cast Edward G. Robinson · Kevin McCarthy · Connie Russell · Virginia Christine
Synopsis Nightmare (1956) follows the gripping tale of a musician who is hypnotized and manipulated into carrying out a criminal act. Upon regaining consciousness, he becomes determined to uncover the truth behind his actions. With the assistance of his brother-in-law, a...
6.5
171 votes
6.5
171 votes
The Glass Wall
1953 · Movie · 82 min. · United States
Direction Maxwell Shane
Cast Vittorio Gassman · Gloria Grahame · Ann Robinson · Douglas Spencer
Synopsis The Glass Wall (1953) follows the harrowing journey of a man who, after miraculously surviving the horrors of European concentration camps, finds himself in a new kind of struggle upon escaping into the bustling streets of Manhattan. The film immerses...
6.3
78 votes
6.3
78 votes
Fear in the Night
1947 · Movie · 71 min. · United States
Direction Maxwell Shane
Cast Paul Kelly · DeForest Kelley · Ann Doran · Kay Scott
Synopsis Fear in the Night (1947) follows a man who awakens from a disturbing dream in which he murders a woman. Upon regaining consciousness, he is gripped by the chilling realization that his nightmare might not have been just a dream,...
6.2
41 votes
6.2
41 votes
The Naked Street
1955 · Movie · 84 min. · United States
Direction Maxwell Shane
Cast Farley Granger · Anthony Quinn · Anne Bancroft · Peter Graves
Synopsis The Naked Street (1955) follows the story of Roselle, the mischievous yet endearing younger sibling of notorious gangster Phil "Regal." Roselle finds herself in a delicate situation after becoming pregnant by Nick Branda, a criminal who is slated to face...
6.0
75 votes
6.0
75 votes
Hell's Island
1955 · Movie · 84 min. · United States
Direction Phil Karlson
Cast John Payne · Mary Murphy · Francis L. Sullivan · Eduardo Noriega
Synopsis Hell's Island (1955) follows the journey of Mike Cormack, a man facing a series of misfortunes, who is employed to travel to a secluded Caribbean island to recover a stolen ruby. Upon his arrival, he encounters his former girlfriend, who...
5.9
36 votes
5.9
36 votes
The Mummy's Hand
1940 · Movie · 67 min. · United States
Direction Christy Cabanne
Cast Dick Foran · Peggy Moran · Wallace Ford · Eduardo Ciannelli
Synopsis The Mummy's Hand (1940) follows the adventures of two humorous, unemployed archaeologists, played by Dick Foran and Wallace Ford, who stumble upon clues leading to the hidden tomb of the ancient Egyptian princess Ananka while in Egypt. Their discovery sets...
5.3
108 votes
5.3
108 votes
Hitting a New High
1937 · Movie · 85 min. · United States
Direction Raoul Walsh
Cast Lily Pons · Jack Oakie · Eric Blore · Edward Everett Horton
4.1
36 votes
4.1
36 votes
Comin' Round the Mountain
1940 · Movie · 63 min. · United States
Direction George Archainbaud
Cast Bob Burns · Una Merkel · Jerry Colonna · Don Wilson
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We Refuse to Die (S)
1942 · Documentary · 14 min. · United States
Direction William H. Pine
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Torpedo Boat
1942 · Movie · 70 min. · United States
Direction John Rawlins
Cast Richard Arlen · Jean Parker · Mary Carlisle · Phillip Terry
Synopsis Torpedo Boat (1942) follows the story of lifelong friends Richard Arlen and Phil Terry, who portray Skimmer and Tommy, respectively. These two innovators have developed a cutting-edge, lightweight, and high-speed torpedo boat, which serves as the film's namesake. Their harmonious...
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Big Town After Dark
1947 · Movie · 69 min. · United States
Direction William C. Thomas
Cast Phillip Reed · Hillary Brooke · Richard Travis · Ann Gillis
Synopsis Big Town After Dark (1947) follows the gripping tale of a tenacious newspaper journalist who takes on the powerful forces behind the city's gambling underworld. The story unfolds as the reporter delves into the shadows of the metropolis, determined to...
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Double Exposure
1944 · Movie · 63 min. · United States
Direction William Berke
Cast Chester Morris · Nancy Kelly · Jane Farrar · Phillip Terry
Synopsis Double Exposure (1944) follows the story of a news magazine that brings on a photographer from out of town, leading to a series of comedic and chaotic events. The photographer's arrival disrupts the usual routine, causing a whirlwind of unexpected...
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A Dangerous Game
1941 · Movie · 61 min. · United States
Direction John Rawlins
Cast Andy Devine · Richard Arlen · Jean Brooks · Edward Brophy
Synopsis A Dangerous Game (1941) follows the tense investigation of detectives Dick Williams and Andy McAllister as they navigate a labyrinth of crime within the confines of a secluded mental institution. The hospital houses patients whose mental states vary from mildly...
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You're a Sweetheart
1937 · Movie · 96 min. · United States
Direction David Butler
Cast Alice Faye · George Murphy · Ken Murray · Charles Winninger
Synopsis You're a Sweetheart (1937) follows the romantic pursuit of Hal Adams, who is determined to capture the affection of the renowned Broadway star, Betty Bradley. Hal's journey is filled with challenges and comedic moments as he navigates the glamorous world...
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Un piloto estadounid
1941 · Movie · 67 min. · United States
Direction Gordon Wiles
Cast Richard Arlen · Eva Gabor · J. Carrol Naish · Nils Asther
Synopsis Un pilotousid (1941) is a cinematic adventure set in a fictional nation, where American aviator Dan Kendall becomes enamored with the alluring Johanna Van Deuren. However, his romantic pursuits are complicated by Johanna's betrothed, Col Golas. After being freed from...
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Adventure Island
1947 · Movie · 66 min. · United States
Direction Sam Newfield
Cast Rory Calhoun · Rhonda Fleming · Paul Kelly · John Abbott
Synopsis Adventure Island (1947) follows a group of individuals who unexpectedly end up stranded on a remote island, where they encounter a deranged self-proclaimed leader who governs the land with an iron fist. The castaways must navigate the challenges of survival...
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Alaska Highway
1943 · Movie · 66 min. · United States
Direction Frank McDonald
Cast Richard Arlen · Jean Parker · Ralph Sanford · William Henry
Synopsis Alaska Highway (1943) follows the story of Pop Ormsby, who secures a significant contract from the Army Engineer Corps to build the crucial Alaska Highway, linking Alaska and Canada. Pop's elder son, Woody Ormsby, initially prefers combat over construction but...
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She's Got Everything
1937 · Movie · 72 min. · United States
Direction Joseph Santley
Cast Gene Raymond · Ann Sothern · Victor Moore · Helen Broderick
Synopsis She's Got Everything (1937) follows Carol Rogers, who finds herself in a dire financial situation upon returning from Europe. Her late father has left her with substantial debts and no means to settle them. Aunt Jane proposes that Carol should...
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Tip-Off Girls
1938 · Movie · 61 min. · United States
Direction Louis King
Cast Mary Carlisle · Lloyd Nolan · Roscoe Karns · Buster Crabbe
Synopsis Tip-Off Girls (1938) follows a group of criminals who exploit young women, including hitchhikers and waitresses at roadside diners and truck stops, to gather intelligence on high-value shipments for hijacking purposes. In response, federal agents deploy one of their own,...
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