Screenplay: A.J. Russel

Top movies, series, and documentaries with a screenplay by A.J. Russel. Explore the titles that showcase an exceptional writing.


Direction Frank Satenstein

Cast Jackie Gleason · Joyce Randolph · Art Carney · Audrey Meadows

Synopsis The Honeymooners (TV Series) (1955) aired from 1955 to 1956, consisting of 1 season and 39 episodes. The show follows the lives of a bus driver and his sewer worker friend as they navigate their daily routines and dream of...

6.5

43 votes

6.5

43 votes

Direction Herschel Daugherty

Cast Alfred Hitchcock · Hume Cronyn · Carmen Mathews · James Gleason

Synopsis Alfred Hitchcock Presents: Kill with Kindness (TV) (1956) follows the story of Katherine Oldham, who extends a helping hand to a homeless individual by offering him a hearty stew. Meanwhile, she grapples with the daunting task of keeping her brother,...

5.4

34 votes

5.4

34 votes

A Lovely Way to Die

1968 · Movie · 103 min. · United States

Direction David Lowell Rich

Cast Kirk Douglas · Sylva Koscina · Eli Wallach · Kenneth Haigh

Synopsis A Lovely Way to Die (1968) follows the story of a former police detective who was forced to leave the force due to allegations of excessive force. He secures a new position as a bodyguard for a woman who has...

5.1

189 votes

5.1

189 votes

Direction Robert Stevens

Cast Biff McGuire · Robert H. Harris · Judith Ames · Theodore Newton

Synopsis Alfred Hitchcock Presents: The Hidden Thing (TV) (1956) follows Dana Edwards, who is devastated after his fiancée Laura is tragically killed by a hit-and-run driver. In the aftermath, Dana is approached by John Hurley, who offers a unique solution. Hurley...

5.0

66 votes

5.0

66 votes

Direction Paul Nickell · Franklin J. Schaffner · Allen Reisner · Robert Mulligan

Cast Al Markim · Alexander Scourby · Arthur Storch · Casey Allen

Synopsis Studio One (TV Series) (1948) was a pioneering anthology television series sponsored by Westinghouse. With a total of 466 episodes broadcast on CBS from 1948 to 1958, the show experimented with different time slots before finding its permanent home on...

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Direction Robert Gist · José Quintero · Lamont Johnson · Michael Ritchie

Cast Walter Matthau · Simon Oakland · Michael Constantine · Laurence Naismith

Synopsis Profiles in Courage (TV Series) (1964) aired from 1964 to 1965, consisting of 26 episodes. This anthology series delved into the lives of real historical figures, each of whom encountered a significant crisis. The show highlighted their journeys and the...

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Direction Daryl Duke · Robert Day · John Badham

Cast Hal Holbrook · Sharon Acker · Cindy Eilbacher · Michael Tolan

Synopsis The Bold Ones: The Senator (TV Series) (1971) follows the journey of Hays Stowe, a newly elected senator who moves to Washington D.C. with his wife Erin and daughter Norma. Filled with a sense of optimism and a strong belief...

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Gigot

1962 · Movie · 104 min. · United States

Direction Gene Kelly

Cast Jackie Gleason · Katerine Kath · Gabrielle Dorziat · Jean Lefebvre

Synopsis Gigot (1962) is a heartwarming comedy that centers around a mute janitor who forms a deep bond with Nicole, the young daughter of a woman who works in the sex industry. The film showcases Jack Gleason's remarkable acting prowess as...

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Direction William Corrigan · Laurence Schwab Jr. · Kingman T. Moore · Grey Lockwood

Cast Frank Gallop · Jack La Rue · Mercer McLeod · Leslie Nielsen

Synopsis Lights Out (TV Series) (1946) was a highly acclaimed American television program that originated from a renowned old-time radio series, known for its focus on horror and supernatural themes. The radio version, which aired from January 1934 to the summer...

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Stiletto

1969 · Movie · 95 min. · United States

Direction Bernard L. Kowalski

Cast Alex Cord · Britt Ekland · Patrick O'Neal · Joseph Wiseman

Synopsis Stiletto (1969) follows the thrilling tale of a wealthy, globe-trotting playboy who harbors a hidden identity as a skilled Mafia assassin. As he contemplates leaving his dangerous past behind, he encounters resistance from his former associates. They are unwilling to...

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Direction Frank Bunetta

Cast Jackie Gleason · Johnny Olson · The June Taylor Dancers · Sammy Spear and His Orchestra

Synopsis The Jackie Gleason Show (TV Series) (1966) aired from 1966 to 1970, spanning 92 episodes. This series marked the final weekly variety show hosted by the legendary Jackie Gleason. The format of the show was dynamic, alternating between traditional variety...

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The Borgia Stick (TV)

1967 · Movie · 120 min. · United States

Direction David Lowell Rich

Cast Don Murray · Inger Stevens · Barry Nelson · Fritz Weaver

Synopsis The Borgia Stick (TV) (1967) follows the journey of a typical suburban couple who unwittingly become entangled in the web of a formidable criminal organization. As they strive to extricate themselves from the syndicate's grip and pursue a lawful path,...

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Direction Frank Satenstein · Frank Bunetta

Cast Jackie Gleason · Jack Lescoulie · Art Carney · The June Taylor Dancers

Synopsis The Jackie Gleason Show (TV Series) (1952) aired from 1952 to 1957, spanning four seasons and 156 episodes. The initial run of the show lasted from 1952 to 1955. During this period, a popular sketch titled "The Honeymooners" featured on...

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Direction Norman Jewison

Cast Jackie Gleason · Sorrell Booke · Peter Falk · Michael Higgins

Synopsis The Million Dollar Incident (TV) (1961) follows a pair of criminals who execute a daring heist, resulting in one of the most significant scores in their careers. The twist? Their target is none other than the renowned Jackie Gleason. The...

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