Screenplay: Maxwell Shane

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


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

4.1

36 votes

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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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