Drama Movies

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…

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…

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.

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.

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 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…

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…

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 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 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 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…

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

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…

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…

In this gripping 1947 film directed by Jules Dassin, the story unfolds within the oppressive confines of a maximum-security prison. The plot centers around Joe Collins, played by Burt Lancaster,…

In this heartwarming holiday classic directed by George Seaton, a man named Kris Kringle is hired to play Santa Claus at Macy’s flagship store in New York City. As he…

In this dark comedy directed by Charles Chaplin, the story follows a charming and sophisticated man who leads a double life as a serial killer, marrying and murdering wealthy women…

It’s the hope that sustains the spirit of every GI: the dream of the day when he will finally return home. For three WWII veterans, the day has arrived. But…

This classic film, directed by Frank Capra, stars James Stewart as George Bailey, a man who has given up his dreams to help others in his community. On Christmas Eve,…

The officer Robert Motander is invited to a dinner with his upper-class relatives. During the dinner he observes the beautiful young house-maid, Iris. He suggests that the two of them go out to see a movie. This is the beginning of love story that Robert’s relatives will do anything to stop. A working-class mistress will do but a working-class fiancée? Never!

Set against the backdrop of World War II, this film follows the story of a British airman, played by David Niven, who miraculously survives a plane crash and finds himself…

Directed by the legendary John Ford, this classic Western film follows the story of Wyatt Earp, played by Henry Fonda, as he becomes the marshal of Tombstone, Arizona, and seeks…

In this enchanting 1946 French film, a young woman named Belle finds herself in a mysterious castle inhabited by a fearsome yet intriguing Beast. As she navigates the magical and…

“Sister Kenny” (1946) is a biographical drama that chronicles the life and work of Elizabeth Kenny, an Australian nurse who developed a controversial treatment for polio. The film stars Rosalind…

A minister falls in love with a blind young woman he sheltered, but so does his son.

A Parisian shopkeeper’s family takes a day trip to the countryside. During their visit, the daughter becomes enamored with a man they meet at the inn where they are spending…

In this classic film noir, two hitmen arrive in a small town to kill a man known as “The Swede,” played by Burt Lancaster in his breakout role. The story…

In this classic film noir, private detective Philip Marlowe, played by the iconic Humphrey Bogart, is hired by a wealthy family to resolve a series of troubling events. As Marlowe…

In this classic thriller, a woman is recruited by a government agent to infiltrate a group of Nazis in post-World War II South America. As she navigates a web of…

Set in a glamorous yet shadowy Buenos Aires casino, this 1946 film noir follows the tumultuous relationship between a charismatic gambler, Johnny Farrell, and the alluring Gilda, played by the…

Shortly after Pearl Harbor, a squadron of PT-boat crews in the Philippines must battle the Navy brass between skirmishes with the Japanese. The title says it all about the Navy’s…

After an attack against the guard of the Third Reich, Nazi repression intensifies, and the Czechoslovakian resistance’s organized sabotage in an aircraft factory leads to Gestapo shootings.

Don Birnam, a long-time alcoholic, has been sober for ten days and appears to be over the worst… but his craving has just become more insidious. Evading a country weekend planned by his brother and girlfriend, he begins a four-day bender that just might be his last – one way or another.

A suspense tale revolving around the memories of a Danish saboteur as he awaits his execution in a German war-time prison.

In this classic film noir directed by Fritz Lang, the story follows a meek and disillusioned cashier, played by Edward G. Robinson, who becomes entangled in a web of deceit…

In this 1945 film noir, a successful novelist, played by Cornel Wilde, becomes entangled in a tumultuous relationship with a beautiful but dangerously possessive woman, portrayed by Gene Tierney. As…

Returning home from a shopping trip to a nearby town, bored suburban housewife Laura Jesson is thrown by happenstance into an acquaintance with virtuous doctor Alec Harvey. Their casual friendship soon develops during their weekly visits into something more emotionally fulfilling than either expected, and they must wrestle with the potential havoc their deepening relationship would have on their lives and the lives of those they love.

Escaping a Nazi prison train in war-torn Italy, an American and a British soldier set out for the Swiss border and find themselves leading a multi-national party of refugees for the Italian underground.

In this 1945 psychological thriller, a new director arrives at a mental asylum, only to be discovered as an imposter suffering from amnesia. Dr. Constance Petersen, played by Ingrid Bergman,…