Drama Movies

A woman with a history of alcoholism and psychic abilities relocates to a home where the former resident met a mysterious end by decapitation. Before long, she begins to fear…

Set against the backdrop of the Russian Revolution, this film follows the passionate and tumultuous relationship between American journalist John Reed and writer Louise Bryant. The narrative explores their personal…

In this 1981 drama directed by Harold Becker, a group of cadets at a military academy faces an unexpected crisis when they learn that their school is set to be…

In this 1981 crime thriller, Burt Reynolds stars as a tough Atlanta narcotics cop who is demoted to the vice squad after a drug bust goes awry. As he delves…

In this 1981 crime thriller, Burt Reynolds stars as a tough Atlanta cop who is demoted to the vice squad after a botched drug bust. As he delves deeper into…

Set in prehistoric times, this film follows a small tribe’s desperate quest to find and bring back fire after their source is extinguished. The narrative explores themes of survival, human…

In the late 1970s, Sue, a teenage girl from the southern suburbs of Sydney, navigates the social dynamics of her time, which revolve around observing and engaging with the local…

Set during the Great Depression, this musical drama follows a sheet music salesman, played by Steve Martin, who escapes the bleakness of his reality through elaborate musical fantasies. The film…

A 9-year-old orphan named Rasmus escapes from the orphanage and encounters a wanderer known as Paradise Oskar, who enjoys singing and playing his accordion. Oskar brings a sense of joy…

This 1981 film, directed by Mark Rydell, is a poignant exploration of family dynamics and the passage of time, set against the serene backdrop of a lakeside summer home. The…

Set in the early 20th century, this film weaves together multiple storylines that explore themes of social change, racial tension, and the American dream. Directed by Miloš Forman, the movie…

Directed by Sydney Pollack, this 1981 film stars Paul Newman and Sally Field in a gripping drama that explores the ethical dilemmas faced by journalists. The story revolves around a…

“Hoodwink” draws inspiration from the real-life tale of an Australian swindler who momentarily captivated the media, though not the law enforcement. The film features John Hargreaves as a convict in…

In this 1981 science fiction thriller, directed by Michael Crichton, a plastic surgeon becomes embroiled in a sinister conspiracy involving a high-tech corporation. The plot thickens as he discovers that…

French secret agent Joss Baumont is tasked with assassinating President Njala of an African nation. Before he can carry out his assignment, the mission is abruptly canceled, and he is…

In this 1981 film, the story follows the infamous hijacker D.B. Cooper, who successfully parachutes out of a plane with a hefty ransom, sparking a thrilling chase. The narrative delves…

A small-time promoter attempts to elevate a women’s wrestling team to success.

In this thought-provoking film directed by Louis Malle, two old friends, played by Wallace Shawn and Andre Gregory, engage in a deep and philosophical conversation over dinner in a New…

In pre-Depression Kansas, two young lovers navigate the challenges posed by their parents and the rigid sexual norms of their time.

Set in the gritty backdrop of 1940s Los Angeles, this film delves into the complex relationship between two brothers, one a detective and the other a Catholic monsignor, as they…

Set during World War II, this gripping German war film follows the harrowing journey of a U-boat crew as they navigate the treacherous waters of the Atlantic. Directed by Wolfgang…

This 1981 film, directed by Frank Perry, delves into the tumultuous relationship between Hollywood icon Joan Crawford and her adopted daughter, Christina. Faye Dunaway delivers a powerful performance as Crawford,…

Wealthy actress and singer Marie Coleby (played by Deborah Couls) resides in an opulent villa on a secluded beach. After a TV commercial shoot at her villa one afternoon, she…

In this steamy neo-noir thriller, a small-town Florida lawyer becomes entangled in a dangerous affair with a seductive woman, leading to a plot of murder and betrayal. The film stars…

Directed by John Landis, this 1981 horror-comedy film follows two American college students, David and Jack, who are backpacking through England when they are attacked by a werewolf. As the…

In this 1981 Western adventure, audiences are introduced to the origins of a masked hero and his trusted Native American companion, Tonto, as they seek justice in the Old West….

Set against the backdrop of World War I, this film follows the journey of two young Australian sprinters, Archy Hamilton and Frank Dunne, who enlist in the army and find…

In this 1981 comedy-drama, George Segal stars as a successful and affluent executive whose life is turned upside down when he discovers he has a teenage son, played by a…

In this 1981 Western adventure, a vengeful hero embarks on a perilous journey to rescue his kidnapped bride from a ruthless gang. The film is notable for its use of…

In this gripping thriller directed by Brian De Palma, John Travolta stars as a sound technician who inadvertently records evidence of a political assassination while working on a low-budget horror…

Directed by Ferdinando Baldi, this 1981 film is a Western adventure that follows the story of a man seeking revenge after his bride is kidnapped by a gang of ruthless…

Set against the backdrop of World War II, this gripping thriller follows a German spy, played by Donald Sutherland, who is on a mission to uncover the Allies’ plans for…

In this 1981 action film directed by Menahem Golan, the story follows a skilled American martial artist who completes his training in Japan and travels to the Philippines. There, he…

In this 1981 comedy, a wealthy and perpetually inebriated playboy faces a dilemma when he is pressured to marry a woman he doesn’t love to secure his inheritance. The film…

In this heartwarming animated film directed by Art Stevens, the story follows the unlikely friendship between a young fox named Tod and a hound dog named Copper. As they grow…

Set in post-World War I England, this film explores the complex emotional and physical relationship between a young, aristocratic woman and her husband’s gamekeeper. Directed by Just Jaeckin, known for…

In this satirical comedy directed by Blake Edwards, a once-successful Hollywood producer finds himself in the throes of a personal and professional crisis after his latest film flops. The story…

In this animated sci-fi adventure, viewers are taken on a cosmic journey with Tetsuro Hoshino and the enigmatic Maetel as they navigate the vastness of space aboard the Galaxy Express…

When architect Stephen Booker is ousted from his partnership, he struggles to find work. With finances dwindling, he inadvertently gets caught up in an audacious plan to steal from one…

In Warsaw in 1980, the Communist Party sends Winkel, a weak, alcoholic TV hack, to Gdansk to dig up dirt on the shipyard strikers, particularly on Maciek Tomczyk, an articulate worker whose father was killed in the December 1970 protests. Posing as sympathetic, Winkel interviews the people surrounding Tomczyk, including his detained wife, Agnieszka.

Directed by Just Jaeckin, this 1981 adaptation of a classic novel explores the passionate and forbidden romance between a young, aristocratic woman and her gamekeeper. The film stars Sylvia Kristel…

Set during World War II, this film follows a group of Allied prisoners of war who are interned in a German camp. The captives, led by a British officer, are…

Directed by Franco Zeffirelli, this romantic drama explores the intense and tumultuous relationship between two teenagers, David and Jade, whose passionate love affair spirals into obsession and tragedy. The film…

After enduring assaults from Zeon’s Char Aznable and Garma Zabi, the team aboard the Federation warship White Base, along with its mobile suits, must confront Zeon forces across Asia, Europe,…

In this intense psychological horror film directed by Andrzej Żuławski, a couple’s marriage unravels amidst a backdrop of paranoia and supernatural occurrences. Starring Isabelle Adjani and Sam Neill, the story…

In this 1981 comedy-drama directed by Michael Schultz, Richard Pryor stars as Joe Braxton, a parolee who finds himself tasked with driving a bus full of special needs children from…

Set against the backdrop of the 1924 Paris Olympics, this film follows the inspiring journeys of two British athletes, Eric Liddell and Harold Abrahams, as they navigate personal and religious…

In this 1981 slasher film directed by J. Lee Thompson, a series of gruesome murders plagues a group of high school friends at an elite private academy. As the body…

Set in a Scottish secondary school, this charming coming-of-age film follows the awkward yet endearing Gregory, who develops a crush on Dorothy, the new star player on the school’s football…

In this gritty 1981 thriller directed by Abel Ferrara, a mute seamstress in New York City becomes a vigilante after experiencing a series of traumatic events. The film explores themes…

Set in a Scottish secondary school, this charming coming-of-age film follows the awkward yet endearing Gregory, played by John Gordon Sinclair, as he navigates the trials of adolescence and first…

Set against the backdrop of the Italian colonization of Libya, this historical drama chronicles the resistance led by Omar Mukhtar, a Bedouin leader, against the oppressive regime of Mussolini. The…

Set against the backdrop of medieval England, this film is a visually stunning retelling of the legendary tale of King Arthur and the mystical sword, Excalibur. Directed by John Boorman,…

Set in the gritty urban landscape of 1970s West Berlin, this film follows the harrowing journey of a young girl who becomes entangled in the world of drug addiction and…

In this gripping crime drama, James Caan delivers a powerful performance as Frank, a professional safecracker with a desire to leave his criminal life behind and start anew. As he…

In this 1981 film directed by Bob Rafelson, the story unfolds around a drifter named Frank Chambers, played by Jack Nicholson, who finds himself entangled in a passionate and dangerous…

In this 1981 thriller directed by Peter Yates, a janitor becomes entangled in a murder investigation after witnessing a crime at his workplace. The film stars William Hurt and Sigourney…

This animated film, directed by Ralph Bakshi, chronicles the journey of four generations of a Russian Jewish immigrant family as they navigate the evolving landscape of American music. Spanning from…

The TV drama is set within an innovative self-rehabilitation program at a British prison, where a group of six inmates serving life sentences engage in group therapy sessions.

In this 1981 horror film, a coastal resort community is terrorized by a new breed of deadly, flying piranhas. The story follows a diving instructor, played by Tricia O’Neil, as…

Adapted from a novel by the late Finnish author Timo Mukka, this straightforward narrative explores the consequences when Milka (Irma Huntus), a young girl on the brink of adulthood, becomes…

In this gripping action-adventure film directed by John Irvin, a group of mercenaries is hired to overthrow a small African nation’s government. The story follows the lead character, played by…

In this 1980 drama, a married couple’s relationship is put to the test when the husband, played by Anthony Hopkins, engages in an extramarital affair. The film explores themes of…

Wayward lawyer Sydney Carton finds himself captivated and deeply infatuated with the lovely Lucie Manette. However, Lucie’s affections lie with Charles Darnay, whom she marries, remaining unaware of Carton’s unwavering…

In the 1880s Brooklyn, young Cedric Errol, affectionately called Ceddie, and his widowed mother, referred to as “Dearest,” live in modest circumstances following the passing of his father. Cedric’s grandfather,…

In this 1980 crime drama, the story unfolds along the U.S.-Mexico border, where a dedicated border patrol officer, played by Charles Bronson, is determined to stop illegal immigration and drug…

Set in the vibrant music scene of the 1950s, this film follows the ambitious talent promoter Vincent “Vinnie” Vacarri, played by Ray Sharkey, as he discovers and molds young singers…

This critically acclaimed film, directed by Martin Scorsese, delves into the tumultuous life of Jake LaMotta, a middleweight boxing champion whose self-destructive behavior and obsessive jealousy unravel his personal and…

Directed by William Lustig, this 1980 horror film delves into the disturbed mind of a serial killer prowling the streets of New York City. The story follows Frank Zito, portrayed…

In this 1980 horror film directed by Ulli Lommel, a traumatic childhood event involving a mirror leads to a series of terrifying occurrences for siblings Lacey and Willy. As adults,…

Set in Brixton during 1980, this drama follows the journey of Blue, a young man with Jamaican roots. As he spends time with his friends and leads a dub sound…

In the year 1961, two military personnel secretly transport a crate of military equipment into the United States. Leroy experiments with a military camera and inadvertently captures an image of…

Set against the backdrop of late 1970s London, this gripping crime thriller follows the story of Harold Shand, a powerful gangster played by Bob Hoskins, whose empire is threatened by…

When Jewish singer Fania Fénelon is taken from her performance career and transported to Auschwitz, she and her fellow musicians are given a harrowing duty – employing their musical skills…

In this romantic fantasy film directed by Jeannot Szwarc, a playwright named Richard Collier, portrayed by Christopher Reeve, becomes obsessed with a photograph of a beautiful woman, played by Jane…

In this charming comedy directed by Bill Forsyth, a group of unemployed Scottish teenagers concocts a plan to steal stainless steel sinks to escape their mundane lives. The film captures…

Set in the late 19th century, this poignant drama follows the life of John Merrick, a man with severe physical deformities who is discovered by Dr. Frederick Treves in a…

In this introspective film, Woody Allen stars as a disillusioned filmmaker grappling with the pressures of fame and the meaning of his work. The narrative unfolds during a retrospective of…

In this gritty action thriller directed by James Glickenhaus, the story follows a Vietnam War veteran named John Eastland, played by Robert Ginty, who becomes a vigilante after his best…

Set against the backdrop of a decaying Atlantic City, this 1980 film directed by Louis Malle explores themes of redemption and dreams deferred. The story follows an aging small-time gangster,…

This film is a reimagining of episodes 51 and 52 from the television series.

Beth, Calvin, and their son Conrad are living in the aftermath of the death of the other son. Conrad is overcome by grief and misplaced guilt to the extent of…

In this atmospheric French horror film directed by Jean Rollin, a mysterious high-rise building becomes the setting for a chilling tale of amnesia and confinement. The story follows a woman…

In this 1980 action film directed by Eric Karson, Chuck Norris stars as Scott James, a martial artist who becomes entangled in a dangerous world of terrorism and betrayal. The…

Set in the gritty underworld of 1960s and 70s Britain, this film follows the life of John McVicar, a notorious criminal who becomes a symbol of rebellion and resilience. Directed…

In this 1980 coming-of-age drama, a young high school student named Clifford Peache, played by Chris Makepeace, navigates the challenges of a new school environment plagued by bullying. To protect…

In this 1980 romantic adventure film directed by Randal Kleiser, two young cousins, played by Brooke Shields and Christopher Atkins, find themselves stranded on a deserted tropical island after a…

In this intriguing film directed by Richard Rush, a fugitive named Cameron, played by Steve Railsback, stumbles onto a movie set and is offered a job as a stuntman by…

In this suspenseful thriller directed by Brian De Palma, a mysterious murder sets off a chain of events that entangles the lives of a housewife, a prostitute, and a psychiatrist….