Drama Movies

In this gripping 1955 drama, a new teacher, played by Glenn Ford, faces the daunting challenge of managing a classroom filled with unruly and rebellious students in an inner-city school….

In this gripping French thriller directed by Henri-Georges Clouzot, the plot revolves around a tyrannical school headmaster, his frail wife, and his mistress, who conspire together in a chilling plan….

A ship sent to investigate a wave of mysterious sinkings encounters the advanced submarine, the Nautilus, commanded by Captain Nemo.

In this gripping 1954 thriller, a mysterious one-armed stranger arrives in a small, isolated desert town, uncovering dark secrets and stirring up tension among the residents. The film stars Spencer…

In the Iraqi countryside, a love story links Fitna and her cousin Hassan. The people of the village sympathize with Hassan for being a chivalrous and kind person, but Hassan’s…

In this 1954 musical drama, a talented young singer, played by Judy Garland, is discovered by a seasoned but troubled actor, portrayed by James Mason. As her career ascends, his…

A suspenseful thriller directed by Alfred Hitchcock, this film stars James Stewart and Grace Kelly in a gripping tale of voyeurism and mystery. The story follows a wheelchair-bound photographer who…

Terry Malloy dreams about being a prize fighter, while tending his pigeons and running errands at the docks for Johnny Friendly, the corrupt boss of the dockers union. Terry witnesses…

In this classic thriller, a former tennis player concocts a meticulous plan to murder his wealthy wife, motivated by greed and jealousy. However, when the plan goes awry, he must…

In this 1954 Western directed by Nicholas Ray, a strong-willed saloon owner named Vienna, played by Joan Crawford, finds herself embroiled in a tense conflict with a local posse led…

Set in 16th-century Japan, this classic film follows a group of villagers who hire seven ronin, or masterless samurai, to protect them from marauding bandits. The story intricately weaves themes…

Directed by Kenji Mizoguchi, this 1954 Japanese film is a poignant tale set in the Heian period, exploring themes of family, social injustice, and the resilience of the human spirit….

In this gripping 1954 film directed by Don Siegel, tensions reach a boiling point as inmates in a maximum-security prison stage a revolt to demand better living conditions. The narrative…

An old couple visit their children and grandchildren in the city, but the children have little time for them.

A samurai performs a heroic act by rescuing the lovely Kesa during a violent uprising. The warrior falls in love with her, but becomes distraught when he finds out that she is already married.

In this gripping film noir directed by Fritz Lang, a dedicated police detective, played by Glenn Ford, delves into a web of corruption and crime following the mysterious suicide of…

In 1941 Hawaii, a private is cruelly punished for not boxing on his unit’s team, while his captain’s wife and second in command are falling in love.

Set in the ancient kingdom of Israel, this 1953 film explores the tumultuous reign of a queen whose ambition and defiance lead to dramatic consequences. The story follows the infamous…

In this classic romantic comedy, a young European princess, played by Audrey Hepburn, escapes her royal duties to explore the vibrant city of Rome. During her adventure, she encounters an…

Set during World War II, this gripping drama unfolds in a German POW camp where American airmen are held captive. The story centers around the suspicions and tensions that arise…

In this gripping film noir, a pickpocket named Skip McCoy, played by Richard Widmark, inadvertently steals a piece of microfilm containing top-secret information, setting off a tense game of cat…

Set against the backdrop of the American frontier, this classic Western film follows a mysterious gunslinger who becomes embroiled in a conflict between homesteaders and a ruthless cattle baron. The…

In the South American jungle, supplies of nitroglycerine are needed at a remote oil field. The oil company pays four men to deliver the supplies in two trucks. A tense rivalry develops between the two sets of drivers on the rough remote roads where the slightest jolt can result in death.

Set in the tumultuous period of civil war in 16th-century Japan, this film follows the intertwined fates of two ambitious peasants, Genjuro and Tobei, who are driven by dreams of…

An American journalist becomes romantically involved with a ballet dancer from Russia.

In this gripping thriller directed by Alfred Hitchcock, a priest becomes entangled in a murder investigation when a man confesses to him about committing the crime. The priest, played by…

Mr. Watanabe suddenly finds that he has terminal cancer. He vows to make his final days meaningful. His attempts to communicate his anguish to his son and daughter-in-law lead only to heartbreak. Finally, inspired by an unselfish co-worker, he turns his efforts to bringing happiness to others by building a playground in a dreary slum neighborhood. When the park is finally completed, he is able to face death with peaceful acceptance.

In this poignant drama, Charles Chaplin stars as Calvero, a once-famous music hall comedian who has fallen on hard times. The story unfolds as he saves a young dancer, played…

A trustworthy cab driver finds himself in a difficult situation when he attempts to track down a passenger who accidentally left a purse filled with money in his taxi.

Three longtime friends come together during Mardi Gras, seeking to escape their troubles.

Set in the Old West, this classic film follows Marshal Will Kane, played by Gary Cooper, as he faces a moral and existential crisis on the day of his retirement….

In this taut film noir thriller directed by Richard Fleischer, a gritty Los Angeles detective, played by Charles McGraw, is tasked with escorting a mobster’s widow, portrayed by Marie Windsor,…

To ensure a full profitable season, circus manager Brad Braden engages The Great Sebastian, though this moves his girlfriend Holly from her hard-won center trapeze spot. Holly and Sebastian begin…

Set against the backdrop of World War I in East Africa, this classic film follows the unlikely partnership between a gruff Canadian boat captain, played by Humphrey Bogart, and a…

When a secret marriage is planned between Othello, a Moorish general, and Desdemona, the daughter of Senator Brabantio, her old suitor Roderigo takes it hard. He allies himself with Iago, who has his own grudge against Othello, and the two conspire to bring Othello down. When their first plan, to have him accused of witchcraft, fails, they plant evidence intended to make him believe Desdemona is unfaithful.

This 1951 adaptation of Charles Dickens’ classic tale follows the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge, played by Alastair Sim, as he undergoes a profound transformation after being visited by the ghosts of…

After the formidable Roman commander Marcus Vinicius falls deeply in love with the captivating Christian captive Lygia, he starts to doubt the oppressive rule of the tyrant emperor Nero.

Set within the confines of a bustling New York City police precinct, this gripping 1951 film delves into the moral complexities faced by law enforcement officers. The story follows Detective…

An alien and a robot land on earth after World War II and tell mankind to be peaceful or face destruction. A classic science fiction film from Robert Wise with…

Jerry Mulligan is an exuberant American expatriate in Paris trying to make a reputation as a painter. His friend Adam is a struggling concert pianist who’s a long time associate…

Directed by Michael Curtiz, this biographical drama chronicles the life of Jim Thorpe, a Native American athlete who rose to prominence in the early 20th century. The film stars Burt…

Based on the play by August Strindberg, Miss Julie vividly depicts the battle of the sexes and classes that ensues when Julie, a wealthy businessman’s daughter, falls for Jean, her father’s bitter servant.

In this classic thriller, two strangers meet on a train and engage in a conversation that leads to a chilling murder plot. The film stars Farley Granger and Robert Walker,…

In this gripping drama directed by Billy Wilder, Kirk Douglas stars as a cynical and ambitious journalist who stumbles upon a man trapped in a cave and sees it as…

Once upon a time an old woman discovers a baby in her cabbage patch. She brings up the child and, when she dies, the boy, Toto, enters an orphanage. Toto leaves the orphanage a happy young man, and looks for work in post-war Milan. He ends up with the homeless and organizes them to build a shanty town in a vacant lot. The squatters discover oil in the land and Toto sees a vision of the old woman who gives him a magic dove that will grant him anything he wishes.

From the moment she glimpses her idol at the stage door, Eve Harrington is determined to take the reins of power away from the great actress Margo Channing. Eve maneuvers…

In this 1950 classic directed by Henry Koster, the story revolves around Elwood P. Dowd, a kind-hearted man whose best friend is an invisible, 6-foot-3.5-inch tall rabbit named Harvey. As…

Directed by Jean Cocteau, this 1950 film is a modern retelling of the classic Greek myth, set in post-war France. It follows the journey of a poet who becomes entangled…

A hack screenwriter writes a screenplay for a former silent-film star who has faded into Hollywood obscurity.

In this poignant drama directed by Fred Zinnemann, a young World War II veteran, played by Marlon Brando in his film debut, struggles to adjust to life after being paralyzed…

Set in feudal Japan, this cinematic masterpiece explores the subjective nature of truth through the recounting of a crime from multiple perspectives. The film is directed by the legendary Akira…

In this 1950 film noir directed by Nicholas Ray, Humphrey Bogart stars as a troubled screenwriter who becomes a suspect in a murder investigation. The plot thickens as his neighbor,…

Set in the Old West, this classic film follows the journey of a prized rifle as it changes hands through a series of dramatic events, impacting the lives of those…

In this gripping film noir directed by Otto Preminger, a tough New York City detective, played by Dana Andrews, finds himself embroiled in a moral dilemma after accidentally killing a…

In this gripping film noir, a small-time hustler in post-war London becomes embroiled in the dangerous world of professional wrestling, hoping to make a name for himself. As he navigates…

In this classic film noir directed by John Huston, a meticulously planned jewel heist unravels as the criminal ensemble faces unforeseen challenges and personal betrayals. The story delves into the…

In this gripping drama directed by John Cromwell, a young and naive woman, played by Eleanor Parker, finds herself navigating the harsh realities of life inside a women’s prison. As…

In this classic 1950 film directed by Vincente Minnelli, Spencer Tracy stars as a father coming to terms with his daughter’s impending wedding. The story humorously explores the chaos and…

The plot weaves several episodes with several groups of people, Roman families, youth gangs and young love couples, who spend a Sunday at the beach of Ostia.

In this 1950 crime drama, Claire Trevor and Fred MacMurray star as two undercover agents from different jurisdictions who unwittingly find themselves on the same mission to dismantle a drug…

This 1949 film, directed by Joseph H. Lewis, is a gripping tale of love and crime, following the story of Bart Tare, a man with an obsession for guns, and…

The relationship between Sergeant Stryker and a group of rebellious recruits is made difficult by the Sergeant’s tough training tactics. At Tarawa, the leathernecks have a chance to see Stryker…

In the year 1848, a wagon train accompanied by an Army escort is journeying westward through Native American lands. The expedition’s scout is Davy Crockett, the nephew of the legendary…

All The King’s Men is the story of the rise of politician Willie Stark from a rural county seat to the governor’s mansion.

Directed by Akira Kurosawa, this 1949 film is a gripping crime drama that follows a young detective, played by Toshiro Mifune, as he desperately searches for his stolen gun in…

Set in the opulent backdrop of 19th-century New York, this film follows the life of a shy and wealthy young woman, Catherine Sloper, portrayed by Olivia de Havilland, who becomes…

Set in postwar Vienna, Austria, ”The Third Man” stars Joseph Cotten as Holly Martins, a writer of pulp Westerns, who arrives penniless as a guest of his childhood chum Harry Lime, only to find him dead. Martins develops a conspiracy theory after learning of a ”third man” present at the time of Harry’s death, running into interference from British officer Maj. Calloway and falling head-over-heels for Harry’s grief-stricken lover, Anna.

In this gripping 1949 film noir, a war veteran returns home to find his father swindled by a ruthless produce dealer. Determined to seek justice, he embarks on a perilous…

Directed by Yasujirō Ozu, this 1949 Japanese film is a poignant exploration of familial bonds and societal expectations. It stars Setsuko Hara and Chishū Ryū, who deliver compelling performances as…

In this gripping crime drama, James Cagney delivers a powerful performance as Cody Jarrett, a ruthless and psychotic gang leader with a deep-seated Oedipus complex. The film follows Jarrett’s tumultuous…

In this classic British black comedy, a disinherited young man seeks to avenge his mother’s unjust treatment by systematically eliminating the eight heirs standing between him and a dukedom. Alec…

The killing of a criminal figure, Takis Katridis, lands Martha, a young woman who loved him, and her father, Giannis, a skilled artisan, in court. Both of them independently confess…

In this gripping 1949 drama directed by Mark Robson, the story follows the tumultuous rise of a determined boxer, played by Kirk Douglas, who is willing to sacrifice everything for…

In this gripping film noir directed by Robert Wise, the story follows an aging boxer named Stoker Thompson, played by Robert Ryan, who is determined to prove he still has…

In this classic film noir, a man becomes entangled in a dangerous web of crime and betrayal as he attempts to win back his ex-wife, who is now involved with…

The film explores the life of Russian biologist Ivan Michurin. In 1912, Michurin turns down opportunities to work in America, choosing instead to pursue his research within the Russian Empire….

Set in post-World War II Rome, this poignant film follows the struggles of Antonio Ricci, a desperate father who finally secures a job that requires a bicycle, only to have…

In this classic Western, the story follows a determined cattleman, played by John Wayne, as he embarks on a perilous cattle drive from Texas to Missouri, facing numerous challenges along…

In this 1948 classic, a young ballerina is torn between her dedication to dance and a burgeoning romance, set against the backdrop of a prestigious ballet company. The film stars…

In this classic film noir directed by John Huston, a disillusioned war veteran, played by Humphrey Bogart, visits a rundown hotel in the Florida Keys, only to find it taken…

Set in post-war Japan, this film follows the tumultuous relationship between a disillusioned alcoholic doctor and a young gangster suffering from tuberculosis. The doctor, played by Takashi Shimura, becomes determined…

Directed by John Ford, this 1948 Western film explores the tensions between U.S. Cavalry officers and Native American tribes in the post-Civil War era. The story follows a newly assigned,…

Winner of four Academy Awards, including Best Picture and Best Actor, Sir Laurence Olivier’s Hamlet continues to be the most compelling version of Shakespeare’s beloved tragedy. Olivier is at his…

In this 1948 film noir, a crime magazine editor, played by Ray Milland, finds himself embroiled in a murder investigation that he must solve to clear his own name. The…

Set in early 20th-century San Francisco, this heartwarming film follows the life of a Norwegian immigrant family as they navigate the challenges and joys of everyday life. The story is…

Set against the bustling backdrop of post-war New York City, this film follows the investigation of a young woman’s murder, unraveling a complex web of crime and deception. The narrative…

Set against the backdrop of 1920s Mexico, this gripping tale follows three down-and-out Americans who embark on a perilous journey to find gold in the Sierra Madre mountains. The film…

In this classic film noir, a seaman becomes entangled in a web of intrigue and deceit after being hired by a mysterious woman and her husband to sail their yacht….

In this charming 1947 film, a bishop, played by David Niven, finds himself struggling to fund the construction of a new cathedral. His prayers for guidance are answered by the…

In this classic film noir, a private investigator’s past catches up with him when he is hired by a wealthy businessman to track down a mysterious woman. The story unfolds…

In this gripping 1947 film, audiences follow the tumultuous journey of a young boxer, played by John Garfield, as he navigates the morally complex world of professional boxing. The film…

A magazine writer poses as a Jew to expose anti-Semitism.

In this 1947 holiday film directed by Edwin L. Marin, a wealthy elderly woman, played by Ann Harding, faces the challenge of reuniting her three estranged adopted sons before Christmas….

In this 1947 film noir, directed by Edmund Goulding, the story follows the rise and fall of a charismatic carnival worker, played by Tyrone Power, who becomes entangled in a…

In postwar Paris, Jenny Lamour performs as a singer in a music hall, with her husband, Maurice Martineau, playing the piano. When Maurice sees Jenny getting close to an older…

In this classic film noir, Humphrey Bogart stars as Vincent Parry, a man wrongfully convicted of his wife’s murder who escapes from prison to clear his name. Lauren Bacall plays…