Screenplay: Lawrence Konner

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


Boardwalk Empire (TV Series)

2010 · Series · 55 min. · United States

Direction Terence Winter · Timothy Van Patten · Allen Coulter · Jeremy Podeswa

Cast Steve Buscemi · Kelly MacDonald · Shea Whigham · Michael Shannon

Synopsis Boardwalk Empire (TV Series) (2010) is a gripping television series that aired from 2010 to 2014, spanning five captivating seasons. Created by Terence Winter, an Emmy Award-winning writer from 'The Sopranos,' and directed by the esteemed Martin Scorsese, this series...

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8.0

24K votes

8.0

24K votes

Roots (TV Miniseries)

2016 · Series · 480 min. · United States

Direction Bruce Beresford · Thomas Carter · Phillip Noyce · Mario Van Peebles

Cast Malachi Kirby · Laurence Fishburne · Forest Whitaker · Emayatzy Corinealdi

Synopsis Roots (TV Miniseries) (2016) is a gripping retelling of Alex Haley's seminal work, spanning four compelling episodes. This historical drama delves into the life of an enslaved African man who is forcibly brought to America and the enduring legacy of...

7.1

889 votes

7.1

889 votes

Magic City (TV Series)

2012 · Series · 50 min. · United States

Direction Mitch Glazer · Ed Bianchi · Simon Cellan Jones · David Petrarca

Cast Jeffrey Dean Morgan · Olga Kurylenko · Danny Huston · Jessica Marais

Synopsis Magic City (TV Series) (2012) is a gripping drama that delves into the world of Miami's criminal underworld and the vibrant characters of Miami Beach during the late 1950s. Spanning two seasons and 16 episodes, the series offers a captivating...

6.5

370 votes

6.5

370 votes

The Many Saints of Newark

2021 · Movie · 120 min. · United States

Direction Alan Taylor

Cast Alessandro Nivola · Leslie Odom Jr. · Vera Farmiga · Jon Bernthal

Synopsis The Many Saints of Newark (2021) delves into the early life of a notorious New Jersey mobster, Tony Soprano, exploring the pivotal moments and experiences that shaped his future. Set against the backdrop of the 1960s and 1970s, the film...

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5.8

3K votes

5.8

3K votes

Family (TV Series)

1976 · Series · 45 min. · United States

Direction Jay Presson Allen · Richard Kinon · Edward Parone · Glenn Jordan

Cast Kristy McNichol · Meredith Baxter · Sada Thompson · James Broderick

Synopsis Family (TV Series) (1976) aired from 1976 to 1980, spanning 5 seasons and 86 episodes. The series centered around Sada Thompson and James Broderick as Kate and Doug Lawrence, a contented middle-class couple residing in Pasadena, California. Doug was an...

5.8

30 votes

5.8

30 votes

Mercury Rising

1998 · Movie · 112 min. · United States

Direction Harold Becker

Cast Bruce Willis · Alec Baldwin · Chi McBride · Robert Stanton

Synopsis Mercury Rising (1998) follows the story of FBI agent Art Jeffries, portrayed by Bruce Willis, who faces disgrace after being blamed for a failed undercover operation. His life takes a dramatic turn when he becomes the protector of a ten-year-old...

5.6

11K votes

5.6

11K votes

The Jewel of the Nile

1985 · Movie · 106 min. · United States

Direction Lewis Teague

Cast Michael Douglas · Kathleen Turner · Danny DeVito · Spiros Focás

Synopsis The Jewel of the Nile (1985) follows the thrilling escapades of Joan Wilder, a spirited romance novelist who finds herself entangled in a web of danger, deception, and international intrigue. Lured to the Middle East by a cunning Arab dignitary...

5.6

10K votes

5.6

10K votes

Mona Lisa Smile

2003 · Movie · 117 min. · United States

Direction Mike Newell

Cast Julia Roberts · Kirsten Dunst · Julia Stiles · Marcia Gay Harden

Synopsis Mona Lisa Smile (2003) is set in 1953, a period when societal expectations for women were strictly enforced. The story revolves around Katherine Watson (Julia Roberts), a newly appointed art history professor at the esteemed all-female Wellesley College. Despite the...

5.5

24K votes

5.5

24K votes

The Legend of Billie Jean

1985 · Movie · 91 min. · United States

Direction Matthew Robbins

Cast Helen Slater · Christian Slater · Keith Gordon · Peter Coyote

Synopsis The Legend of Billie Jean (1985) follows the journey of Billie Jean Davy (Helen Slater), a charming but impoverished teenager from Texas. After a series of unfortunate events, Billie Jean decides to take a stand against injustice by adopting a...

5.5

131 votes

5.5

131 votes

Desperate Hours

1990 · Movie · 106 min. · United States

Direction Michael Cimino

Cast Mickey Rourke · Anthony Hopkins · Mimi Rogers · Kelly Lynch

Synopsis Desperate Hours (1990) follows the intense story of a fugitive who, while evading the authorities, seeks refuge in the residence of a married couple. The intruder's presence disrupts their peaceful lives, leading to a tense and dramatic situation as the...

5.2

2K votes

5.2

2K votes

Planet of the Apes

2001 · Movie · 120 min. · United States

Direction Tim Burton

Cast Mark Wahlberg · Helena Bonham Carter · Tim Roth · Estella Warren

Synopsis Planet of the Apes (2001) is set in the year 2029, where astronaut Leo Davidson (Mark Wahlberg), part of a space exploration team, encounters a bizarre and reversed society. In this world, apes possess the ability to communicate verbally and...

5.1

48K votes

5.1

48K votes

The Sorcerer's Apprentice

2010 · Movie · 109 min. · United States

Direction Jon Turteltaub

Cast Jay Baruchel · Nicolas Cage · Alfred Molina · Teresa Palmer

Synopsis The Sorcerer's Apprentice (2010) follows the tale of a young man who becomes the apprentice to a powerful sorcerer, played by Nicolas Cage. The apprentice, portrayed by Jay Baruchel, is left in charge of the sorcerer's workshop and is given...

4.9

14K votes

4.9

14K votes

Flicka

2006 · Movie · 94 min. · United States

Direction Michael Mayer

Cast Alison Lohman · Tim McGraw · Maria Bello · Wade Williams

Synopsis Flicka (2006) follows the journey of a spirited young woman named Katy McLaughlin, portrayed by Alison Lohman, who sets out on a mission to tame a wild mustang named Flicka. This heartwarming family film captures Katy's determination and the challenges...

4.9

621 votes

4.9

621 votes

For Love or Money

1993 · Movie · 96 min. · United States

Direction Barry Sonnenfeld

Cast Michael J. Fox · Gabrielle Anwar · Anthony Higgins · Michael Tucker

Synopsis For Love or Money (1993) follows the story of Doug Ireland, a resourceful New York hotel concierge portrayed by Michael J. Fox. Doug has a vision to launch his own venture by renovating a hotel on Roosevelt Island, N.Y., but...

4.8

3K votes

4.8

3K votes

Sometimes They Come Back (TV)

1991 · Movie · 97 min. · United States

Direction Tom McLoughlin

Cast Tim Matheson · Brooke Adams · Robert Rusler · Chris Demetral

Synopsis Sometimes They Come Back (TV) (1991) follows the chilling tale of a school teacher who, after three decades, finds himself back in his hometown. The teacher is tormented by the vengeful spirits of high school bullies who met their untimely...

4.6

381 votes

4.6

381 votes

Mighty Joe Young

1998 · Movie · 114 min. · United States

Direction Ron Underwood

Cast Bill Paxton · Charlize Theron · Rade Serbedzija · Naveen Andrews

Synopsis Mighty Joe Young (1998) follows the journey of a gentle giant gorilla who is transported to the United States for his own protection. However, his new life takes a dramatic turn when he escapes and finds himself in the bustling...

4.5

12K votes

4.5

12K votes

Working girl (TV Series)

1990 · Series · 30 min. · United States

Direction Matthew Diamond

Cast Sandra Bullock · George Newbern · Anthony Tyler Quinn · Judy Prescott

Synopsis Working girl (TV Series) (1990) follows the comedic escapades of Tess McGill, a secretary navigating the corporate world. The series, inspired by the hit film, delves into Tess's daily challenges and triumphs within the office environment, offering a humorous take...

4.2

25 votes

4.2

25 votes

Superman IV: The Quest for Peace

1987 · Movie · 90 min. · United States

Direction Sidney J. Furie

Cast Christopher Reeve · Gene Hackman · Margot Kidder · Jackie Cooper

Synopsis Superman IV: The Quest for Peace (1987) follows the Man of Steel as he identifies the most significant danger to humanity: nuclear weapons. Determined to eliminate this threat, Superman embarks on a mission to disarm the world. Meanwhile, Lex Luthor,...

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3.7

7K votes

3.7

7K votes

The Beverly Hillbillies

1993 · Movie · 93 min. · United States

Direction Penelope Spheeris

Cast Jim Varney · Rob Schneider · Diedrich Bader · Lily Tomlin

Synopsis The Beverly Hillbillies (1993) follows the Clampett family as they transition from their humble life in Arkansas to the opulent world of Beverly Hills after striking oil and becoming instant billionaires. The Clampetts, with their down-home charm and naivety, find...

2.9

5K votes

2.9

5K votes