Screenplay: John Michael Hayes

Top movies, series, and documentaries with a screenplay by John Michael Hayes. Explore the titles that showcase an exceptional writing.


Rear Window

1954 · Movie · 110 min. · United States

Direction Alfred Hitchcock

Cast James Stewart · Grace Kelly · Thelma Ritter · Raymond Burr

Synopsis Rear Window (1954) follows the story of a renowned photographer, L.B. "Jeff" Jeffries (James Stewart), who finds himself confined to his apartment due to a broken leg. Despite the presence of his loving girlfriend Lisa (Grace Kelly) and his dedicated...

8.2

75K votes

8.2

75K votes

The Man Who Knew Too Much

1956 · Movie · 120 min. · United States

Direction Alfred Hitchcock

Cast James Stewart · Doris Day · Brenda De Banzie · Bernard Miles

Synopsis The Man Who Knew Too Much (1956) follows Dr. Ben McKenna, his wife Jo, and their child Hank as they embark on a sightseeing adventure through Africa. During their journey, they cross paths with the enigmatic Louis Bernard on a...

7.5

17K votes

7.5

17K votes

To Catch a Thief

1955 · Movie · 97 min. · United States

Direction Alfred Hitchcock

Cast Cary Grant · Grace Kelly · Brigitte Auber · Jessie Royce Landis

Synopsis To Catch a Thief (1955) follows the story of a former jewel thief who has left his criminal past behind. However, when a series of high-profile thefts occur, he becomes the prime suspect. To clear his name, he must embark...

7.1

13K votes

7.1

13K votes

Peyton Place

1957 · Movie · 162 min. · United States

Direction Mark Robson

Cast Lana Turner · Lee Philips · Lloyd Nolan · Arthur Kennedy

Synopsis Peyton Place (1957) unfolds in a quaint New England hamlet where tranquility masks a web of intense emotions, hidden desires, and moral corruption. Allison, a gifted and attractive high school student with literary aspirations, grapples with her overbearing and emotionally...

6.8

765 votes

6.8

765 votes

The Carpetbaggers

1963 · Movie · 150 min. · United States

Direction Edward Dmytryk

Cast George Peppard · Carroll Baker · Alan Ladd · Robert Cummings

Synopsis The Carpetbaggers (1963) follows the story of Jonathon Cole, portrayed by George Peppard, a relentless and ambitious industrialist who bears a striking resemblance to the real-life figure Howard Hughes. Cole's journey involves the construction of airplanes, the direction of films,...

6.6

419 votes

6.6

419 votes

Nevada Smith

1966 · Movie · 128 min. · United States

6.6

1K votes

6.6

1K votes

The Trouble With Harry

1955 · Movie · 99 min. · United States

Direction Alfred Hitchcock

Cast Edmund Gwenn · John Forsythe · Shirley MacLaine · Mildred Natwick

Synopsis The Trouble With Harry (1955) follows a young boy named Arnie who, while exploring the woods of Vermont, stumbles upon a series of ominous threats and gunshots. Upon investigating, he discovers the lifeless body of Harry Worp, leading him to...

6.6

7K votes

6.6

7K votes

The Chalk Garden

1964 · Movie · 106 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Ronald Neame

Cast Deborah Kerr · Hayley Mills · Edith Evans · John Mills

Synopsis The Chalk Garden (1964) follows the story of a grandmother who is on the hunt for a suitable governess for her 16-year-old granddaughter, Laurel. Laurel has a knack for uncovering the secrets of her potential caretakers, having driven away three...

6.4

216 votes

6.4

216 votes

Thunder Bay

1953 · Movie · 102 min. · United States

Direction Anthony Mann

Cast James Stewart · Joanne Dru · Robert Monet · Dan Duryea

Synopsis Thunder Bay (1953) follows the journey of a former Navy engineer, Steve Martin, who arrives in a Louisiana town in 1946 with a vision to construct a secure platform for offshore oil drilling. After securing funding from a prominent oil...

6.4

933 votes

6.4

933 votes

Torch Song

1953 · Movie · 90 min. · United States

Direction Charles Walters

Cast Joan Crawford · Michael Wilding · Gig Young · Marjorie Rambeau

Synopsis Torch Song (1953) follows the story of Jenny Stewart, portrayed by Joan Crawford, a resilient and formidable Broadway musical star known for her unyielding demeanor and refusal to accept criticism from anyone. However, her life takes an unexpected turn when...

6.1

51 votes

6.1

51 votes

Harlow

1965 · Movie · 125 min. · United States

Direction Gordon Douglas

Cast Carroll Baker · Red Buttons · Raf Vallone · Angela Lansbury

Synopsis Harlow (1965) delves into the captivating tale of a platinum blonde sensation (Baker) who ascended to stardom in the wild and unpredictable Hollywood of the 1930s, based on a gripping best-selling novel.

6.1

91 votes

6.1

91 votes

Where Love Has Gone?

1964 · Movie · 114 min. · United States

Direction Edward Dmytryk

Cast Susan Hayward · Bette Davis · Mike Connors · Joey Heatherton

Synopsis Where Love Has Gone? (1964) delves into the complex aftermath of a tragic event. When Luke Miller (Michael Connors) finds himself entangled in a murder investigation involving his teenage daughter Danny (Joey Heatherton) and his ex-wife's current partner, he is...

6.0

168 votes

6.0

168 votes

Butterfield 8

1960 · Movie · 104 min. · United States

Direction Daniel Mann

Cast Elizabeth Taylor · Laurence Harvey · Eddie Fisher · Betty Field

Synopsis Butterfield 8 (1960) follows the story of the alluring Gloria Wandrous, a New York model who also works as a call girl. She becomes entangled in a passionate but tumultuous relationship with Weston Liggett, a married socialite. Their affair reaches...

6.0

576 votes

6.0

576 votes

Red Ball Express

1952 · Movie · 83 min. · United States

Direction Budd Boetticher

Cast Jeff Chandler · Alex Nicol · Charles Drake · Judith Braun

Synopsis Red Ball Express (1952) follows the journey of a diverse group of soldiers who must set aside their prejudices and unite to accomplish their mission during the tumultuous days of World War II. The film delves into the challenges faced...

5.8

30 votes

5.8

30 votes

Iron Will

1994 · Movie · 108 min. · United States

Direction Charles Haid

Cast Mackenzie Astin · Kevin Spacey · David Ogden Stiers · August Schellenberg

Synopsis Iron Will (1994) tells the tale of a resilient young man who, following the loss of his father, must step up to provide for his family. To achieve this, he decides to participate in a perilous sled race, embarking on...

5.8

948 votes

5.8

948 votes

The Rat Race

1960 · Movie · 105 min. · United States

Direction Robert Mulligan

Cast Tony Curtis · Debbie Reynolds · Jack Oakie · Don Rickles

Synopsis The Rat Race (1960) follows the journey of Peter, a hopeful musician who lands in New York City with his saxophone and big dreams of a successful career. His path crosses with Peggy, a dancer who is facing her own...

5.8

183 votes

5.8

183 votes

Walking Tall

1973 · Movie · 125 min. · United States

Direction Phil Karlson

Cast Joe Don Baker · Elizabeth Hartman · Gene Evans · Noah Beery Jr.

Synopsis Walking Tall (1973) follows the true story of Buford Pusser, a Tennessee sheriff who took it upon himself to eradicate crime and corruption from his small town. Pusser's relentless efforts to restore order come at a significant personal cost, affecting...

5.6

233 votes

5.6

233 votes

War Arrow

1953 · Movie · 78 min. · United States

Direction George Sherman

Cast Maureen O'Hara · Jeff Chandler · John McIntire · Suzan Ball

Synopsis War Arrow (1953) follows the journey of Army Major Howell Brady, dispatched from Washington to quell the unrest caused by the Kiowa tribe in Texas. Colonel Meade, the commanding officer on the ground, feels threatened by Brady's arrival and his...

5.5

211 votes

5.5

211 votes

But Not for Me

1959 · Movie · 111 min. · United States

Direction Walter Lang

Cast Clark Gable · Carroll Baker · Lilli Palmer · Lee J. Cobb

Synopsis But Not for Me (1959) follows the story of Russ Ward, a seasoned Broadway producer who, after three decades of success, decides to retire. His loyal secretary, Ellie Brown, upon receiving her termination notice, confesses her love for him. Intrigued...

5.3

33 votes

5.3

33 votes

Judith

1966 · Movie · 109 min. · United States

5.1

42 votes

5.1

42 votes