Topic: Television
Explore the top movies, series, and documentaries on Television. Enjoy the must-watch titles that define this topic.
Titles found: 501
BoJack Horseman (TV Series)
2014 · Series · 25 min. · United States
Direction Raphael Bob-Waksberg · JC Gonzalez · Amy Winfrey · Joel Moser
Synopsis BoJack Horseman (TV Series) (2014) is a critically acclaimed animated series that aired from 2014 to 2020, spanning 6 seasons and 77 episodes. The show introduces viewers to the once-famous sitcom star, BoJack Horseman, who was the beloved lead of...
8.0
10K votes
8.0
10K votes
Last Week Tonight with John Oliver (TV Series)
2014 · Series · 30 min. · United States
Direction John Oliver · Joe Perota · Jim Hoskinson · Bruce Leddy
Cast John Oliver · David Kaye
Synopsis Last Week Tonight with John Oliver (TV Series) (2014) is a long-running television series that has aired since 2014, spanning multiple seasons. Hosted by comedian John Oliver, formerly of The Daily Show, the program delves into the week's most bizarre...
8.0
596 votes
8.0
596 votes
The Daily Show (TV Series)
1996 · Series · 30 min. · United States
Direction Madeleine Smithberg · Lizz Winstead · Chuck O'Neil · Scott Preston
Cast Jon Stewart · Stephen Colbert · Craig Kilborn · Lewis Black
Synopsis The Daily Show (TV Series) (1996) offers a unique blend of comedy and news, drawing inspiration from shows like TV Nation and Saturday Night Live's Weekend Update. This Comedy Central series delivers a satirical take on the day's events, highlighting...
7.8
135 votes
7.8
135 votes
France/tour/détour/deux/enfants (TV Miniseries)
1977 · Documentary · 315 min. · France
Direction Jean-Luc Godard · Anne-Marie Miéville
Cast Betty Berr · Albert Dray · Evane Hanska · Arnaud Martin
Synopsis France/tour/détour/deux/enfants (TV Miniseries) (1977) presents a intricate and personal exploration of television's impact on a typical French family, centered around Jean-Luc Godard's conversations with two students, Camille and Arnaud. Godard poses a variety of thought-provoking questions to the children, spanning...
7.8
23 votes
7.8
23 votes
The Colbert Report (TV Series)
2005 · Series · 30 min. · United States
Direction Stephen Colbert · Ben Karlin · Jon Stewart · Jim Hoskinson
Cast Stephen Colbert · Jon Stewart · Paul Dinello · Jay Katsir
Synopsis The Colbert Report (TV Series) (2005) features satirist Stephen Colbert as a news anchor who delivers witty and humorous commentary on current events in the United States and around the globe. With his exaggerated ego and exaggerated patriotism, Colbert navigates...
7.7
102 votes
7.7
102 votes
The Day Today (TV Series)
1994 · Series · 30 min. · United Kingdom
Direction Chris Morris · Armando Iannucci · Andrew Gillman
Cast Chris Morris · Steve Coogan · Patrick Marber · Rebecca Front
Synopsis The Day Today (TV Series) (1994) is a satirical television program that aired for one season, consisting of six episodes. Each installment is structured as a parody news show, blending absurd fictional news stories with a straight-faced, pseudo-professional delivery. The...
7.7
50 votes
7.7
50 votes
No Half Measures: Creating the Final Season of Breaking Bad
2013 · Documentary · 120 min. · United States
Direction Stuart Richardson
Cast Bryan Cranston · Vince Gilligan · Dean Norris · Michael Bowen
7.7
370 votes
7.7
370 votes
The Truman Show
1998 · Movie · 103 min. · United States
Direction Peter Weir
Cast Jim Carrey · Laura Linney · Noah Emmerich · Ed Harris
Synopsis The Truman Show (1998) follows the life of Truman Burbank, portrayed by Jim Carrey, who is unaware that his entire existence is a televised reality show. From birth, Truman's life has been continuously broadcast, with his seemingly normal hometown being...
7.7
122K votes
7.7
122K votes
Extras: The Extra Special Series Finale (TV)
2007 · Movie · 85 min. · United Kingdom
Direction Ricky Gervais · Stephen Merchant
Cast Ricky Gervais · Stephen Merchant · Ashley Jensen · Shaun Pye
Synopsis Extras: The Extra Special Series Finale (TV) (2007) follows Andy Millman (Ricky Gervais), who, after his highly acclaimed sitcom "When the Whistle Blows" receives scathing reviews, descends into a frenzy of irrational decisions. Despite his show's popularity, Andy is tormented...
7.6
1K votes
7.6
1K votes
Black Mirror: The National Anthem (TV)
2011 · Movie · 45 min. · United Kingdom
Direction Otto Bathurst
Cast Rory Kinnear · Lindsay Duncan · Lydia Wilson · Tom Goodman-Hill
Synopsis Black Mirror: The National Anthem (TV) (2011) presents a chilling tale set in a world eerily similar to our own, where social media and technology have become ubiquitous. The narrative unfolds as a gripping political thriller, centering around the fictional...
7.6
45K votes
7.6
45K votes
Network
1976 · Movie · 121 min. · United States
Direction Sidney Lumet
Cast Faye Dunaway · William Holden · Peter Finch · Robert Duvall
Synopsis Network (1976) chronicles the downfall of veteran news anchor Howard Beale (Peter Finch), who, upon being informed of his impending dismissal after years of service, declares to his vast audience that he will end his life on live television during...
7.6
13K votes
7.6
13K votes
The Newsroom: We Just Decided To - Pilot Episode (TV)
2012 · Movie · 70 min. · United States
Direction Greg Mottola
Cast Jeff Daniels · Emily Mortimer · John Gallagher Jr. · Alison Pill
Synopsis The Newsroom: We Just Decided To - Pilot Episode (TV) (2012) follows the aftermath of a public outburst by renowned news anchor Will McAvoy (Jeff Daniels), who returns to his job to discover that many of his team members are...
7.6
4K votes
7.6
4K votes
Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip (TV Series)
2006 · Series · 60 min. · United States
Direction Aaron Sorkin · Thomas Schlamme · Timothy Busfield · John Fortenberry
Cast Matthew Perry · Amanda Peet · Steven Weber · Bradley Whitford
Synopsis Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip (TV Series) (2006) is a drama series that delves into the intricate world of television production, focusing on the behind-the-scenes dynamics, romantic entanglements, and the delicate equilibrium between creative talent, on-air personalities, and network...
7.6
2K votes
7.6
2K votes
The Newsroom (TV Series)
2012 · Series · 50 min. · United States
Direction Aaron Sorkin · Alan Poul · Greg Mottola · Lesli Linka Glatter
Cast Jeff Daniels · Emily Mortimer · John Gallagher Jr. · Alison Pill
Synopsis The Newsroom (TV Series) (2012) offers an intimate glimpse into the inner workings of a nightly cable news program. The narrative revolves around a seasoned network anchor (Jeff Daniels) and his newly appointed executive producer (Emily Mortimer), along with a...
7.5
8K votes
7.5
8K votes
Direction Tsutomu Mizushima · Hiroshi Morioka · Daisuke Takashima · Tomoaki Ohta
Synopsis Shirobako (TV Series) (2014) follows the journey of Aoi Miyamori, who, after experiencing the thrill of completing her high school animation club's project, is now a production assistant at a prominent animation studio. Two years after graduation, the initial excitement...
7.4
48 votes
7.4
48 votes
An Adventure in Space and Time (TV)
2013 · Movie · 83 min. · United Kingdom
Direction Terry McDonough
Cast David Bradley · Jessica Raine · Brian Cox · Sacha Dhawan
Synopsis An Adventure in Space and Time (TV) (2013) takes viewers on a journey to 1963, where the iconic science fiction series "Doctor Who" was born. The narrative unfolds as BBC Head of Drama gathers a diverse team to bring a...
7.4
343 votes
7.4
343 votes
A Face in the Crowd
1957 · Movie · 126 min. · United States
Direction Elia Kazan
Cast Andy Griffith · Patricia Neal · Lee Remick · Anthony Franciosa
Synopsis A Face in the Crowd (1957) follows the story of a woman working in radio who discovers a charismatic folk singer with a knack for captivating audiences. Through her efforts, she transforms this humble drifter into a media sensation, propelling...
7.3
1K votes
7.3
1K votes
Direction Ryan White
Cast Neil Patrick Harris · Asia Kate Dillon · Margaret Cho · Janet Mock
Synopsis Visible: Out on Television (TV Series) (2020) delves into the rich history of the American LGBTQ movement as seen through the medium of television in this five-part documentary series. Directed by Emmy-nominated filmmakers Ryan White and Jessica Hargrave, and executive...
7.3
72 votes
7.3
72 votes
Nightcrawler
2014 · Movie · 113 min. · United States
Direction Dan Gilroy
Cast Jake Gyllenhaal · René Russo · Riz Ahmed · Bill Paxton
Synopsis Nightcrawler (2014) follows the journey of Lou Bloom, portrayed by Jake Gyllenhaal, as he navigates the grimy underbelly of Los Angeles' freelance crime journalism scene. Initially struggling to find employment, Lou's life takes a dramatic turn when he witnesses a...
7.3
40K votes
7.3
40K votes
The Five(ish) Doctors Reboot
2013 · Documentary · 31 min. · United Kingdom
Direction Peter Davison
Cast Peter Davison · Colin Baker · Sylvester McCoy · Steven Moffat
Synopsis The Five(ish) Doctors Reboot (2013) presents a humorous and nostalgic journey as fans eagerly anticipate the 50th anniversary special of "Doctor Who." The documentary captures the excitement and anticipation surrounding the potential appearances of classic Doctors Peter Davison, Colin Baker,...
7.3
129 votes
7.3
129 votes