Screenplay: James P. Cavanagh

Top movies, series, and documentaries with a screenplay by James P. Cavanagh. Explore the titles that showcase an exceptional writing.


Direction Alfred Hitchcock · Robert Stevens · Paul Henreid · Herschel Daugherty

Cast Alfred Hitchcock · Harry Tyler · John Williams · Patricia Hitchcock

Synopsis Alfred Hitchcock Presents (TV Series) (1955) aired from 1955 to 1965, spanning 10 seasons and 363 episodes. Initially, each episode was 30 minutes long for the first seven seasons, but from the eighth season onward, episodes were extended to 60...

7.8

6K votes

7.8

6K votes

Direction Alfred Hitchcock

Cast David Wayne · Steve Brodie · Louise Larabee · Norman Leavitt

Synopsis Alfred Hitchcock Presents: One More Mile to Go (TV) (1957) begins with a man in the throes of a heated argument with his wife. In a moment of rage, he strikes her with a fireplace poker, and she collapses lifeless....

7.0

238 votes

7.0

238 votes

Direction Herschel Daugherty

Cast Constance Ford · Steve Brodie · Harry Townes · Reta Shaw

Synopsis Alfred Hitchcock Presents: The Creeper (TV) (1956) follows the harrowing tale of a terrified housewife who finds herself isolated in her apartment building. As she grapples with her fears, she starts to harbor suspicions that anyone around her could be...

6.5

84 votes

6.5

84 votes

Direction Robert Stevens

Cast Hurd Hatfield · Mildred Dunnock · K.T. Stevens · Rusty Lane

Synopsis Alfred Hitchcock Presents: None Are So Blind (TV) (1956) follows the story of an antiques dealer who believes he deserves a more luxurious lifestyle. However, his Aunt Muriel holds the purse strings, controlling the family's wealth. When he stumbles upon...

6.5

112 votes

6.5

112 votes

Direction Alfred Hitchcock

Cast Laurence Harvey · Hazel Court · Robert Douglas · Patrick MacNee

Synopsis Alfred Hitchcock Presents: Arthur (TV) (1959) follows the story of a chicken farmer named Arthur whose fiancée, Helen, abruptly leaves him for another man. Initially, Arthur embraces his newfound bachelor life, but a year later, Helen returns seeking forgiveness and...

6.3

134 votes

6.3

134 votes

6.2

315 votes

Direction Herschel Daugherty

Cast Alfred Hitchcock · Phyllis Thaxter · Paul Langton · George Grizzard

Synopsis Alfred Hitchcock presents: Fog Closing In (TV) (1956) follows the story of Mary Summers, who finds herself isolated and overwhelmed by an inexplicable dread when her husband departs for a business journey, leaving her home alone. Her solitude is abruptly...

5.7

23 votes

5.7

23 votes

Man on a String

1960 · Movie · 92 min. · United States

Direction André De Toth

Cast Ernest Borgnine · Kerwin Mathews · Colleen Dewhurst · Alexander Scourby

Synopsis Man on a String (1960) follows the story of Boris Mitrov, portrayed by Ernest Borgnine, a character inspired by the real-life counterspy Boris Morros. Born in Russia but a naturalized U.S. citizen, Mitrov becomes entangled in a Russian spy network....

5.7

29 votes

5.7

29 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

Where Beauty Lies (TV)

1962 · Movie · 30 min. · United States

Direction Robert Florey

Cast George Nader · Cloris Leachman · Pamela Curran · Charles S. Carlson

Synopsis Where Beauty Lies (TV) (1962) follows the story of Caroline, a young woman who is deeply fixated on her brother. Her obsession leads to intense jealousy whenever he engages in activities or spends time away from her.

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Suspense: The Dance (TV)

1953 · Movie · 30 min. · United States

Direction Robert Mulligan

Cast John Baragrey · Katharine Bard · June Walker · Sally Gracie

Synopsis Suspense: The Dance (TV) (1953) follows Joan Hale as she witnesses the Charleston dance at an elegant society gathering during her trip to the South. During her visit, she and Charlie develop a deep affection for each other, despite Charlie's...

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Direction Herschel Daugherty

Cast William Shatner · Jessie Royce Landis · Gia Scala · Robert Carson

Synopsis Alfred Hitchcock Presents: Mother, May I Go Out to Swim? (TV) (1960) follows John Crane as he recounts the series of events leading up to a coroner's inquiry. John resides with his devoted mother, Claire, and their deep bond is...

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Suspicion (TV Series)

1957 · Series · 60 min. · United States

Direction Don Medford · James Neilson · Robert Stevens · John Brahm

Cast Dennis O'Keefe · Clark Howat · Marian Seldes · Jack Klugman

Synopsis Suspicion (TV Series) (1957) was a captivating anthology television mystery drama that aired from 1957 to 1958. Spanning one season with 41 episodes, this series was helmed by the renowned film director Alfred Hitchcock as the executive producer. Each episode...

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Direction Robert Stevens

Cast Alfred Hitchcock · Steve Forrest · Gladys Cooper · James Gleason

Synopsis Alfred Hitchcock presents: The End of Indian Summer (TV) (1957) follows a curious insurance investigator and his spouse as they delve into the peculiar circumstances surrounding Mrs. Gillespie. This enigmatic woman has found herself a widow not once, but twice,...

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Climax! (TV Series)

1954 · Series · 60 min. · United States

Direction John Frankenheimer · Allen Reisner · Buzz Kulik · Ralph Nelson

Cast William Lundigan · Harry Townes · Michael Rennie · Art Gilmore

Synopsis Climax! (TV Series) (1954) was a groundbreaking anthology series that aired from 1954 to 1958, spanning four seasons and 166 episodes. The show was initially hosted by William Lundigan and later co-hosted by Mary Costa. A significant number of the...

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The Family Secret

1951 · Movie · 85 min. · United States

Direction Henry Levin

Cast John Derek · Lee J. Cobb · Jody Lawrance · Erin O'Brien-Moore

Synopsis The Family Secret (1951) centers around a youthful individual who allegedly takes the life of his closest companion in an act of self-defense. The young man asserts that his friend, under the influence of alcohol, initiated a violent assault, leaving...

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Direction Herschel Daugherty

Cast Alfred Hitchcock · Ann Todd · John McIntire · Phillip Reed

Synopsis Alfred Hitchcock presents: Sylvia (TV) (1958) follows a father's growing dread as he suspects his emotionally troubled daughter has purchased a firearm with the intention of ending her own life. However, his fears take a dark turn when he uncovers...

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Playhouse 90 (TV Series)

1956 · Series · 90 min. · United States

Direction John Frankenheimer · Franklin J. Schaffner · Ralph Nelson · Vincent J. Donehue

Cast Richard Joy · Charles Bickford · Kim Hunter · Franchot Tone

Synopsis Playhouse 90 (TV Series) (1956) was a groundbreaking 90-minute dramatic television anthology series that aired on CBS from 1956 to 1961, comprising a total of 133 episodes. This series stood out as a premier anthology, featuring the most esteemed actors,...

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Suspense (TV Series)

1949 · Series · 25 min. · United States

Direction Robert Stevens · Robert Mulligan · John Peyser · Byron Paul

Cast Rex Marshall · Robert Emhardt · Robert H. Harris · John Baragrey

Synopsis Suspense (TV Series) (1949) was an American television anthology series that aired on CBS Television from 1949 to 1954, drawing from the popular radio program of the same name that aired from 1942 to 1962. Broadcast live from New York...

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