Screenplay: Allan Scott

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


Imitation of Life

1959 · Movie · 124 min. · United States

Direction Douglas Sirk

Cast Lana Turner · John Gavin · Susan Kohner · Sandra Dee

Synopsis Imitation of Life (1959) follows the intertwined lives of Lora Meredith, an ambitious actress, and Annie Johnson, a homeless black woman, who cross paths at Coney Island and eventually share a modest apartment. Each woman grapples with the challenges of...

7.6

8K votes

7.6

8K votes

Top Hat

1935 · Movie · 99 min. · United States

Direction Mark Sandrich

Cast Fred Astaire · Ginger Rogers · Edward Everett Horton · Helen Broderick

Synopsis Top Hat (1935) follows the story of a charismatic performer, Jerry Travers, who is employed by producer Horace Hardwick in the bustling city of London. One evening, Jerry enthusiastically showcases his latest dance routines in Horace's hotel suite, inadvertently disturbing...

7.4

7K votes

7.4

7K votes

7.4

94 votes

Remember the Day

1941 · Movie · 86 min. · United States

Direction Henry King

Cast Claudette Colbert · John Payne · Shepperd Strudwick · Ann E. Todd

Synopsis Remember the Day (1941) follows the narrative of Nora Trinell, an elderly schoolteacher portrayed by Claudette Colbert, who is eagerly anticipating a reunion with presidential hopeful Dewey Roberts, played by Shepperd Strudwick. As she waits, her mind drifts back to...

7.1

83 votes

7.1

83 votes

Swing Time

1936 · Movie · 105 min. · United States

Direction George Stevens

Cast Fred Astaire · Ginger Rogers · Betty Furness · Victor Moore

Synopsis Swing Time (1936) follows the story of Lucky, a dancer who finds himself in a pickle when his friends from Pop's dance troupe trick him into missing his wedding to Margaret. To win her back, Lucky must earn $25,000. He...

6.8

979 votes

6.8

979 votes

Shall We Dance?

1937 · Movie · 109 min. · United States

Direction Mark Sandrich

Cast Fred Astaire · Ginger Rogers · Edward Everett Horton · Eric Blore

Synopsis Shall We Dance? (1937) follows the story of renowned ballet dancer Pete "Petrov" Peters, who cleverly plans to sail across the Atlantic on the same ship as Linda Keene, a talented musical performer he has developed feelings for. As the...

6.8

705 votes

6.8

705 votes

The Primrose Path

1940 · Movie · 93 min. · United States

Direction Gregory La Cava

Cast Ginger Rogers · Joel McCrea · Marjorie Rambeau · Miles Mander

Synopsis The Primrose Path (1940) follows Mamie Adams (Marjorie Rambeau), who sustains her family, including her alcoholic husband and two daughters, through the same occupation her mother once had: prostitution. The eldest daughter, Ellie May (Ginger Rogers), yearns to break free...

6.5

186 votes

6.5

186 votes

The 5,000 Fingers of Dr. T.

1953 · Movie · 89 min. · United States

Direction Roy Rowland

Cast Peter Lind Hayes · Mary Healy · Hans Conried · Tommy Rettig

Synopsis The 5,000 Fingers of Dr. T. (1953) is a whimsical fantasy film penned by Ted Geisel, more commonly recognized as Dr. Seuss, who also contributed to its unique design. The story revolves around Bart (Tommy Rettig), a young boy who...

6.5

466 votes

6.5

466 votes

Don't Look Now

1973 · Movie · 110 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Nicolas Roeg

Cast Donald Sutherland · Julie Christie · Hilary Mason · Renato Scarpa

Synopsis Don't Look Now (1973) follows the harrowing journey of John Baxter, an architect who arrives too late to prevent his daughter Christine's tragic drowning in a stream on their English countryside property. In an attempt to cope with their profound...

6.4

4K votes

6.4

4K votes

Quality Street

1937 · Movie · 83 min. · United States

Direction George Stevens

Cast Katharine Hepburn · Franchot Tone · Eric Blore · Fay Bainter

Synopsis Quality Street (1937) is set in England during the year 1805, where sisters Phoebe and Susan Throssel reside. Phoebe is pursued by Dr. Valentine Brown, with neighbors anticipating an imminent proposal. However, Valentine unexpectedly joins the British army during the...

6.4

370 votes

6.4

370 votes

6.4

502 votes

Carefree

1938 · Movie · 83 min. · United States

Direction Mark Sandrich

Cast Fred Astaire · Ginger Rogers · Ralph Bellamy · Luella Gear

Synopsis Carefree (1938) follows the story of Dr. Tony Flagg, a renowned psychiatrist, who finds himself entangled in a complex web of emotions when his friend, Steven, seeks his help to mend his troubled relationship with his fiancée, Amanda. Dr. Flagg...

6.3

381 votes

6.3

381 votes

Regeneration

1997 · Movie · 110 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Gillies MacKinnon

Cast Jonathan Pryce · James Wilby · Jonny Lee Miller · Stuart Bunce

Synopsis Regeneration (1997) is a cinematic adaptation of Pat Barker's acclaimed novel, delving into the lives of World War I soldiers who are sent to a mental health facility to cope with their emotional struggles. The narrative unfolds in a military...

6.2

246 votes

6.2

246 votes

So Proudly We Hail!

1943 · Movie · 126 min. · United States

Direction Mark Sandrich

Cast Claudette Colbert · Paulette Goddard · Veronica Lake · George Reeves

Synopsis So Proudly We Hail! (1943) follows a contingent of U.S. Army nurses who embark from San Francisco in December 1941, initially bound for Hawaii. Their journey takes a dramatic turn with the attack on Pearl Harbor, redirecting them to Bataan...

6.2

115 votes

6.2

115 votes

Joy of Living

1938 · Movie · 90 min. · United States

Direction Tay Garnett

Cast Irene Dunne · Douglas Fairbanks Jr. · Alice Brady · Guy Kibbee

Synopsis Joy of Living (1938) follows the story of a vibrant young actress at the height of her fame. Her life is a whirlwind of constant publicity events and superficial, greedy relatives. However, her world starts to shift when a wealthy...

6.0

55 votes

6.0

55 votes

The Witches

1990 · Movie · 90 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Nicolas Roeg

Cast Anjelica Huston · Mai Zetterling · Jasen Fisher · Jane Horrocks

Synopsis The Witches (1990) follows the journey of a young orphaned boy who is taken to England by his loving grandmother. While staying at a hotel, they encounter a sinister group of witches who have convened to execute a nefarious plan...

6.0

6K votes

6.0

6K votes

Two Deaths

1995 · Movie · 103 min. · United Kingdom

5.9

43 votes

5.9

43 votes

Lucky Partners

1940 · Movie · 99 min. · United States

Direction Lewis Milestone

Cast Ronald Colman · Ginger Rogers · Jack Carson · Spring Byington

Synopsis Lucky Partners (1940) follows the story of David Grant (Ronald Colman), a talented artist residing in the vibrant Greenwich Village. One fateful day, he encounters his neighbor, Jean Newton (Ginger Rogers), and casually wishes her good fortune. In a twist...

5.8

61 votes

5.8

61 votes

D.A.R.Y.L.

1985 · Movie · 99 min. · United States

Direction Simon Wincer

Cast Mary Beth Hurt · Michael McKean · Kathryn Walker · Colleen Camp

Synopsis D.A.R.Y.L. (1985) follows the journey of a mysterious young boy discovered aimlessly wandering with no recollection of his past. A compassionate family takes him under their wing and embarks on a quest to uncover his origins. As they delve deeper,...

5.6

2K votes

5.6

2K votes