Ron Howard
Biography: Ronald William Howard (born March 1, 1954) is an American filmmaker and actor. Howard first came to prominence as a child actor, guest-starring in several television series, including an episode of The Twilight Zone. He gained national attention for playing young Opie Taylor, the son of Sheriff Andy Taylor (played by Andy Griffith) in the sitcom The Andy Griffith Show from 1960 through 1968. During this time, he also appeared in the musical film The Music Man (1962), a critical and commercial success. He was credited as Ronny Howard in his film and television appearances from 1959 to 1973. Howard was cast in one of the lead roles in the coming-of-age film American Graffiti (1973), which received widespread acclaim and became one of the most profitable films in history. The following year, Howard became a household name for playing Richie Cunningham in the sitcom Happy Days, a role he would play from 1974 through 1984. Howard continued appearing in films during this time, such as the western film The Shootist (1976) and the comedy film Grand Theft Auto (1977), which also marked his directorial debut. In 1984, Howard left Happy Days to focus on directing, producing and occasionally writing variety films and television series. His films include the science-fiction/fantasy Cocoon (1985), the fantasy Willow (1988), the thriller Backdraft (1991), the historical docudrama Apollo 13 (1995), the Christmas comedy How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000), the biographical drama A Beautiful Mind (2001), the biographical sports drama Cinderella Man (2005), the thriller The Da Vinci Code (2006), the historical drama Frost/Nixon (2008), Solo: A Star Wars Story (2018), and the documentary Pavarotti (2019). For A Beautiful Mind, Howard won the Academy Award for Best Director and Academy Award for Best Picture. He was nominated again for the same awards for Frost/Nixon. In 2003, Howard was awarded the National Medal of Arts. He was inducted into the Television Hall of Fame in 2013. Howard has two stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for his contributions in the television and motion pictures industries. Description above from the Wikipedia article Ron Howard, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
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Known For
Hollywood's Funniest All-Star Bloopers
1985-01-01
Hollywood's Funniest All-Star Bloopers
Overview: William Shatner, Liz Taylor and many more stars blow lines, lose their pants and more in this hilarious collection of movie and TV bloopers.
Genres: Documentary Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1985-01-01
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The Twilight Zone: A 60th Anniversary Celebration
2019-11-14
The Twilight Zone: A 60th Anniversary Celebration
Overview: Six episodes of the original series, restored and on the big screen for the first time, and a special retrospective documentary encompass this Fathom Event.
Genres: Documentary Drama Thriller Mystery Science Fiction
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2019-11-14
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American Graffiti
1973-08-11
American Graffiti
Overview: A couple of high school graduates spend one final night cruising the strip with their buddies before they go off to college.
Genres: Comedy Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1973-08-11
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Willow: Behind the Magic
2023-01-25
Willow: Behind the Magic
Overview: Featuring the breakout stars from the series and returning legends, this documentary takes viewers behind the scenes for an in-depth look at the making of the hit original series.
Genres: Documentary Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2023-01-25
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Classic TV Bloopers Uncensored
2011-01-01
Classic TV Bloopers Uncensored
Overview: A compilation of television's biggest and best stars as they are caught in hilarious moments while filming. See stars and blooper moments from such hits as I Love Lucy, The Dick Van Dyke Show, The Mary Tyler Moore Show, Happy Days, M*A*S*H*, The Andy Griffith Show, Laverne and Shirley and so many more! Its a nonstop marathon of outtakes, goofs, blunders and gag reels that will have you laughing out loud. You'll see such megastars as Lucille Ball, Desi Arnaz, Dick Van Dyke, William Shatner, Leonard Nimoy, Ron Howard, Elizabeth Taylor and many more. A collection to show you that stars aren't quite as perfect as they would have us believe! Sit back, relax and enjoy the show!
Genres: Comedy Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2011-01-01
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The Shootist
1976-07-21
The Shootist
Overview: Afflicted with a terminal illness John Bernard Books, the last of the legendary gunfighters, quietly returns to Carson City for medical attention from his old friend Dr. Hostetler. Aware that his days are numbered, the troubled man seeks solace and peace in a boarding house run by a widow and her son. However, it is not Books' fate to die in peace, as he becomes embroiled in one last valiant battle.
Genres: Western
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1976-07-21
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More American Graffiti
1979-08-03
More American Graffiti
Overview: College graduates deal with Vietnam and other issues of the late '60s.
Genres: Comedy Drama War
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1979-08-03
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Star Wars: The Magic & the Mystery
1997-02-06
Star Wars: The Magic & the Mystery
Overview: Host Howie Long takes viewers on a tour of the "Star Wars" universe, as Fox TV celebrates the re-release of the original three legendary films in this one hour special.
Genres: Documentary TV Movie
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1997-02-06
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The Music Man
1962-06-19
The Music Man
Overview: A con man comes to an Iowa town with a scam using a boy's marching band program, but things don't go according to plan.
Genres: Comedy Family Music Romance
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1962-06-19
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Village of the Giants
1965-10-20
Village of the Giants
Overview: "Genius" accidentally invents "goo" which causes living things to rapidly grow to an enormous size. Seeing an opportunity to get rich, some delinquent teenagers steal the "goo" and, as a result of a sophomoric dare, consume it themselves and become thirty feet tall. They then take over control of the town by kidnapping the sheriff's daughter and dancing suggestively.
Genres: Science Fiction
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1965-10-20
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The Courtship of Eddie's Father
1963-03-27
The Courtship of Eddie's Father
Overview: Although he's only seven, Eddie's got it all figured out. He wants his father, a widower, to get remarried — to the girl next door. Unfortunately, she's not one of the women that his dad's been dating.
Genres: Drama Comedy Romance Family
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1963-03-27
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Five Minutes to Live
1961-12-07
Five Minutes to Live
Overview: A guitar playing killer terrorizes a housewife while his partner robs the bank where her husband works.
Genres: Crime Thriller
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1961-12-07
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The Spikes Gang
1974-04-11
The Spikes Gang
Overview: Three teenage farm boys stumble upon Harry Spikes, a local bandit wounded in a gun battle. While Harry is recuperating, he regales the young men with stories of his exciting past. The adventurous tales inspire them to start a gang of their own. Failing at their first attempt to rob a bank, the boys convince the gruff Spikes to teach them the ways of the desperado.
Genres: Western Action
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1974-04-11
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Eat My Dust
1976-04-01
Eat My Dust
Overview: Hoover Nielbold is a car-crazy teenager who, in order to impress the hottest girl in school, takes her for a ride in a souped-up race car owned by local racer Big Bubba Jones. Hoover's father Harry, who's also the local sheriff is furious at the situation and orders his bumbling deputies to go after him. With the Sheriff's office overflowing with concerned parents and citizens and his deputies failing to catch him. He enlists the help of Jones and fellow racers to capture him. It culminates in a thrilling car chase finale through the rural countryside.
Genres: Action
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1976-04-01
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Grand Theft Auto
1977-06-16
Grand Theft Auto
Overview: A rich girl steals her dad's Rolls Royce and heads off to Las Vegas to get married. However, her angry parents, a jealous suitor, and a bunch of reward seekers are determined to stop her.
Genres: Comedy Action Crime Adventure Romance Thriller
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1977-06-16
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Industrial Light & Magic: Creating the Impossible
2010-11-12
Industrial Light & Magic: Creating the Impossible
Overview: Leslie Iwerks' documentary takes audiences behind the scenes at ILM with in depth interviews with some of the company's top talent and showcases never before seen footage highlighting many of their pioneering milestones. From creating the first ever computer generated character in a feature film to the latest advancements in visual effects for film franchises like Transformers and Iron Man, ILM has created some of the most memorable movie moments in recent history.
Genres: Documentary TV Movie
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2010-11-12
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Corman's World
2011-12-16
Corman's World
Overview: A chronicle of the long career of American filmmaker Roger Corman, the most tenacious and ingenious low-budget producer and director in the US film industry, a pioneer of independent filmmaking and discoverer of new talent.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2011-12-16
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The Journey
1959-02-11
The Journey
Overview: A Communist officer falls hard for a married woman trying to escape from Hungary.
Genres: Drama Romance War
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1959-02-11
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Sheldon Leonard's Wonderful Life
2011-01-01
Sheldon Leonard's Wonderful Life
Overview: A loving tribute to a forgotten pioneer of the golden age of television. Starting out as a Runyonesque character actor, Sheldon Leonard went on to produce some of the most beloved and groundbreaking shows of all time, such as The Andy Griffith Show, The Danny Thomas Show, The Dick Van Dyke Show and I Spy. A rare treat, this film is a delightful retrospective of Leonard’s body of work, including priceless clips from his productions— as well as his hilarious appearances on shows such as The Jack Benny Program—and interviews with many of his friends and colleagues, including Mary Tyler Moore, Andy Griffith, Dick Van Dyke, Carl Reiner, Ron Howard and Leonard himself.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2011-01-01
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Roger Corman, the Pope of Pop Cinema
2021-01-19
Roger Corman, the Pope of Pop Cinema
Overview: Documentary on the life of legendary filmmaker Roger Corman, often referred to as the "Pope of Pop Cinema"
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2021-01-19
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Frank Capra's American Dream
1997-01-01
Frank Capra's American Dream
Overview: A documentary looking at the life and career of film director Frank Capra. Hosted by Ron Howard.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1997-01-01
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Huckleberry Finn
1975-03-25
Huckleberry Finn
Overview: Huckleberry Finn, a rambuctious boy adventurer chafing under the bonds of civilization, escapes his humdrum world and his selfish, plotting father by sailing a raft down the Mississippi River. Accompanying him is Jim, a slave running away from being sold. Together the two strike a bond of friendship that takes them through harrowing events and thrilling adventures.
Genres: Adventure TV Movie
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1975-03-25
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Lost Moon: The Triumph of Apollo 13
1996-07-16
Lost Moon: The Triumph of Apollo 13
Overview: The making of the motion picture "Apollo 13", as well as the story of the space mission it details. Featuring interviews with director Ron Howard, astronaut Jim Lovell, his wife Marilyn Lovell, producer Brian Grazer, executive producer Todd Hallowell, visual effects supervisor Robert Legato, lead digital compositor Mark Forker, astronauts Fred Haise and Dave Scott, Apollo 13 flight director Gerald Griffin, command module systems controller Sy Lieberglot, Apollo 13 flight dynamics officer Jerry Bostick, mission control director Gene Krantz, Tom Kelly of Grumman, NASA mission operations director Christopher Kraft, daughters Susan Lovell Williams and Margaret Haise, command systems module controller John Aaron, and actors Tom Hanks, Bill Paxton, Kevin Bacon, Gary Sinise, Kathleen Quinlan, and Ed Harris.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1996-07-16
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Happy Mother's Day, Love George
1973-08-17
Happy Mother's Day, Love George
Overview: An adopted teen who runs away to what he believes to be his birth town and mother, in the hopes of putting together the missing pieces of his sense of identity. He arrives during a wave of disappearances and murders, only to encounter New England aloofness and some very eccentric relatives.
Genres: Drama Mystery Thriller Horror
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1973-08-17
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Blacklist: Hollywood on Trial
1996-02-27
Blacklist: Hollywood on Trial
Overview: Documentary following the hearings held by the House Un-American Activities Committee of the '40s and '50s.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1996-02-27
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The Arrested Development Documentary Project
2013-05-02
The Arrested Development Documentary Project
Overview: Featuring interviews from major cast and crew members, along with 200 fans from across the country, this documentary tells the whole story of this amazing and one of a kind tv show.
Genres: Documentary Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2013-05-02
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Don't Say No Until I Finish Talking: The Story of Richard D. Zanuck
2013-04-28
Don't Say No Until I Finish Talking: The Story of Richard D. Zanuck
Overview: A look at the life and work of legendary film producer Richard D. Zanuck.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2013-04-28
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Smoke
1970-02-01
Smoke
Overview: A boy finds an injured German Shepherd Dog whom he names Smoke.
Genres: Drama Adventure Family
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1970-02-01
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The Magical World of Chuck Jones
1992-10-23
The Magical World of Chuck Jones
Overview: Documentary on animator Chuck Jones.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1992-10-23
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Tom Hanks: The Nomad
2023-05-20
Tom Hanks: The Nomad
Overview: From humble beginnings to an aspiring thespian to acting as some of the world's most iconic and notable characters. He has picked up a reputation as 'America's Nice Guy', 'The Everyman' and a nomad of the arts. But we all know him... as Tom Hanks.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2023-05-20
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Radioman
2012-12-07
Radioman
Overview: The extraordinary story of 'Radioman', a New York film set mascot who overcame homelessness and alcoholism to become a fixture of the New York film industry, with over 100 small parts to his name.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2012-12-07
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The Wild Country
1970-12-16
The Wild Country
Overview: Uprooted from their comfortable home in Pennsylvania, James and Kate Tanner, along with their sons, Virgil and Andy, journey to the wild country of 1890s Wyoming to become farmers. Soon, they come face-to-face with tornadoes, bears and wolves. But through the hardships their love for each other endures, even when a local rancher sees the newcomers as "squatters" on his land, and will stop at nothing – including murder – to drive them out.
Genres: Adventure Family Western
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1970-12-16
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Locusts
1974-10-09
Locusts
Overview: A swarm of locusts appears on the horizon near a Midwestern town and the inhabitants must find a way to destroy or divert them before the insects devour the area's valuable crops
Genres: Drama TV Movie Horror Thriller
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1974-10-09
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George Lucas: Creating an Empire
2005-01-27
George Lucas: Creating an Empire
Overview: A Biography of George Lucas.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2005-01-27
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Bitter Harvest
1981-05-18
Bitter Harvest
Overview: A farmer's herd sickens and dies, then his family and neighbors fall ill, so he bucks the state agricultural establishment as he pursues the politically-explosive investigation of how his farm, family, and friends came to be poisoned.
Genres: Drama TV Movie
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1981-05-18
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Roger Corman: Hollywood's Wild Angel
1978-04-06
Roger Corman: Hollywood's Wild Angel
Overview: Documentary examining the life and career of producer/director Roger Corman. Clips from his films and interviews with actors and crew members who have worked with him are featured.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1978-04-06
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The Migrants
1974-02-04
The Migrants
Overview: A look at the lives of migratory farm workers, focusing on one family.
Genres: Drama TV Movie
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1974-02-04
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John Wayne: Cowboys & Demons
2023-03-23
John Wayne: Cowboys & Demons
Overview: John Wayne was a legendary actor and an embodiment of America itself. While he played men who always do the right thing on camera his real life is far more complicated.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2023-03-23
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Night Shift
1982-07-30
Night Shift
Overview: A nebbish of a morgue attendant gets shunted back to the night shift where he is shackled with an obnoxious neophyte partner who dreams of the "one great idea" for success. His life takes a bizarre turn when a prostitute neighbor complains about the loss of her pimp. His partner, upon hearing the situation, suggests that they fill that opening themselves using the morgue at night.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1982-07-30
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Hans Zimmer: Hollywood Rebel
2022-10-16
Hans Zimmer: Hollywood Rebel
Overview: An in-depth look of the 40 year journey, from post-war Germany to Hollywood royalty, of Hans Zimmer, the man who’s become the dominant force in the world of movie soundtracks. His film credits include The Lion King, Rain Man, Pirates of The Caribbean, Gladiator, The Dark Knight Trilogy, 12 Year A Slave, The Thin Red Line, The Da Vinci Code and Dune.
Genres: Documentary Music
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2022-10-16
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The First Nudie Musical
1976-01-01
The First Nudie Musical
Overview: The son of famous studio owner is forced to make porno films to keep the bankrupt studio from being made into a shopping center. In an attempt to get back on the high ground he makes a nudie musical. He makes a bet with the debtors who wish to take ownership of the studio, that if they finance the musical and he can't complete it within two weeks, they can foreclose.
Genres: Music Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1976-01-01
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Laddie: The Man Behind the Movies
2017-11-12
Laddie: The Man Behind the Movies
Overview: Profile of the producer and former studio head of 20th Century Fox in the 1970s, Alan Ladd Jr.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2017-11-12
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'Tis the Season: The Holidays on Screen
2022-11-27
'Tis the Season: The Holidays on Screen
Overview: CNN Documentary Covering the History and Impact of Christmas Movies and TV
Genres: Documentary TV Movie
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2022-11-27
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Fire on the Mountain
1981-11-23
Fire on the Mountain
Overview: A young real estate developer returns to his hometown to make a land killing but soon takes up the cause of a crusty old-timer in his struggles with the government which wants his ranch for an Army missile base.
Genres: TV Movie Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1981-11-23
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Henry Fonda: Hollywood's Quiet Hero
1997-03-18
Henry Fonda: Hollywood's Quiet Hero
Overview: Profiling the life and career of actor Henry Fonda, who starred in such film classics as "The Grapes of Wrath" and "12 Angry Men."
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1997-03-18
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Showbiz Kids
2020-07-14
Showbiz Kids
Overview: A documentary chronicling the shared experiences of prominent former child stars and the personal and professional price of fame and failure on a child.
Genres: Documentary History Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2020-07-14
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Television: The First Fifty Years
1999-01-01
Television: The First Fifty Years
Overview: Trace the history of television and its impact on American culture with clips, newsreels, and exclusive interviews from television greats like Walter Cronkite, Carol Burnett, and Jay Leno.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1999-01-01
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Kasdan on Kasdan
2018-09-25
Kasdan on Kasdan
Overview: Lawrence Kasdan and his son Jonathan discuss life with the franchise, working together on the film Solo: A Star Wars Story, and Lawrence's love for the Han Solo character.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2018-09-25
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Donald Trump's The Art of the Deal: The Movie
2016-02-10
Donald Trump's The Art of the Deal: The Movie
Overview: Donald Trump has it all. Money, power, respect, and an Eastern European bride. But all his success didn't come for nothing. First, he inherited millions of dollars from his rich father, then he grabbed New York City by the balls. Now you can learn the art of negotiation, real estate, and high-quality brass.
Genres: Comedy TV Movie
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2016-02-10
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The Making of 'American Graffiti'
1998-09-15
The Making of 'American Graffiti'
Overview: Documentary that features many interviews and other footage of the cast and crew for the film American Graffiti (1973)
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1998-09-15
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Osmosis Jones
2001-08-10
Osmosis Jones
Overview: A white blood cell policeman, with the help of a cold pill, must stop a deadly virus from destroying the human they live in, Frank.
Genres: Adventure Animation Action Comedy Family
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2001-08-10
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Sitcom: The Adventures of Garry Marshall
1979-01-01
Sitcom: The Adventures of Garry Marshall
Overview: A day-in-the-life documentary with Garry Marshall. Marshall was an executive producer for ABC and was responsible for such hit shows as Laverne and Shirley, Happy Days, and Mork and Mindy. This tape features several behind the scenes segments from these shows' productions. Marshall is also interviewed about the nature of television production and comedy.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1979-01-01
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The Independent
2000-11-10
The Independent
Overview: A notorious B-movie director tries for a comeback by seeking out the film rights to the life story of a serial killer who wants his biography film to be a musical.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2000-11-10
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NBC Salutes the 25th Anniversary of the Wonderful World of Disney
1978-09-13
NBC Salutes the 25th Anniversary of the Wonderful World of Disney
Overview: Walt Disney Presents, Walt Disney’s Wonderful World of Color, Disney’s Wonderful World, Walt Disney, The Disney Sunday Movie, The Magical World of Disney. These are some of the titles of the Disney anthology series that first aired as Disneyland in 1954. Ron Howard and Suzanne Somers serve as hosts for the musical celebration.
Genres: Documentary Family
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1978-09-13
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Music by John Williams
2024-11-01
Music by John Williams
Overview: His unforgettable scores are an essential part of some of the most beloved movies of our time, over a career that spans decades. See and hear maestro John Williams' own story, with insights from filmmakers, musicians, and others he has inspired, complete with rare behind-the-scenes looks at the making of movie history.
Genres: Documentary Music
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2024-11-01
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Act of Love
1980-09-24
Act of Love
Overview: A tragic motorcycle accident leaves one brother paralyzed while the other brother is left guilt-ridden. Seeing his brother struggle with his new life of limited mobility and function, the young man finds his own life weighed down by his thoughts and feelings about the accident. Motivated by his emotions and the suffering of his brother, the young man performs an "act of love" which creates more chaos for him.
Genres: Drama TV Movie
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1980-09-24
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Welcome to Hollywood
1998-10-01
Welcome to Hollywood
Overview: A film director decides to chart the course of a young actor as he tries to make it in Hollywood...
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1998-10-01
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Return to Mayberry
1986-04-13
Return to Mayberry
Overview: After being away for awhile, Andy Taylor returns home to Mayberry to visit Opie, now an expectant father. While there he ends up helping Barney Fife mount a campaign for sheriff.
Genres: TV Movie Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1986-04-13
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First Works
1989-10-10
First Works
Overview: It's a mixed bag in the age of illuminating DVD supplements, but First Works effectively demonstrates the early promise of 13 successful filmmakers. Culled from programs originally broadcast on Showtime in 1990, this crude compilation combines student films, early professional work, and interviews with now-famous directors at various stages of commercial and artistic achievement.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1989-10-10
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A Special: Olivia Newton-John
1976-11-17
A Special: Olivia Newton-John
Overview: In her first variety special, Olivia Newton-John performs with guests including Elliott Gould, Lynda Carter, Tom Bosley, Ron Howard and Lee Majors.
Genres: TV Movie Music
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1976-11-17
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Cannes: All Access
2007-10-27
Cannes: All Access
Overview: From its simple beginnings in 1939 in a sleepy beach town in the south of France, the prestigious Cannes Film Festival has become the must-attend red carpet event of the year. Filmmaker Richard Schickel's fascinating documentary captures the glitz and glamour of the festival's incredible 60-year run with archival footage and unforgettable moments. Hollywood's biggest names including Clint Eastwood, Martin Scorsese, Sharon Stone and Harvey Weinstein talk about the politics, madness, and thrills of competing for one of the industry's highest honors - the coveted Palme d'Or - and what it's like to be at the most fabulous festival by the sea.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: fr
Release Date: 2007-10-27
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I'm a Fool
1977-04-05
I'm a Fool
Overview: Traveling from town to town during the summer of 1919, young Andy (Ron Howard) has left his Ohio home in search of adventure and romance as a horse trainer on the country fair racing circuit. Ashamed of his occupation, Andy leads Lucy to believe he's wealthy. Soon one deception leads to another... until there is no way to tell Lucy the truth.
Genres: TV Movie Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1977-04-05
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Tell Them Who You Are
2004-09-06
Tell Them Who You Are
Overview: The son of acclaimed cinematographer Haskell Wexler confronts his complex father by turning the camera on him. What results is a portrait of a difficult genius and a son's path out of the shadow of a famous father.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2004-09-06
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Peanuts in Space: Secrets of Apollo 10
2019-05-18
Peanuts in Space: Secrets of Apollo 10
Overview: To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the moon landing, this documentary tries to solve the great mystery: Was Snoopy a top-secret astronaut?
Genres: Animation Family
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2019-05-18
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And the Oscar Goes To...
2014-02-01
And the Oscar Goes To...
Overview: The story of the gold-plated statuette that became the film industry's most coveted prize, AND THE OSCAR GOES TO... traces the history of the Academy itself, which began in 1927 when Louis B. Mayer, then head of MGM, led other prominent members of the industry in forming this professional honorary organization. Two years later the Academy began bestowing awards, which were nicknamed "Oscar," and quickly came to represent the pinnacle of cinematic achievement.
Genres: Documentary TV Movie
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2014-02-01
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A Boy Called Nuthin’
1967-12-10
A Boy Called Nuthin’
Overview: A boy doesn’t find the life he expects out West when he leaves Chicago to find his uncle. The West has changed–it is no longer “cowboys and Indians.” He finds his uncle living in a shack, and in trying to be accepted and help out, the boy gets himself into all sorts of trouble, causing his uncle to refer to him as “good for nuthin’,” a nickname that sticks. Eventually the two see that they need each other.
Genres: No genres available
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1967-12-10
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From Star Wars to Star Wars: The Story of Industrial Light & Magic
1999-06-15
From Star Wars to Star Wars: The Story of Industrial Light & Magic
Overview: The incredible evolution of George Lucas' special effects dream factory, including an inside look at "Star Wars: Episode One - The Phantom Menace."
Genres: Documentary Science Fiction
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1999-06-15
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Dads
2019-09-06
Dads
Overview: A joyful exploration of modern fatherhood, this doc gathers the testimonies of dads around the world, from famous comedians to everyday parents. Their unfiltered stories speak to the beauty, struggles, and ridiculous hilarity of being a dad today.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2019-09-06
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The Shootist: The Legend Lives On
2001-07-24
The Shootist: The Legend Lives On
Overview: Documentary short about the making of John Wayne's final movie, the 1976 film The Shootist.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2001-07-24
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Chuck Jones: Extremes and In-Betweens - A Life in Animation
2000-11-08
Chuck Jones: Extremes and In-Betweens - A Life in Animation
Overview: This biography, shown on American television as part of the PBS "Great Performances" series, examines the life works of one of Hollywood's most celebrated animators, Chuck (Charles M.) Jones. He is best known for Warner Brothers cartoons featuring Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, Elmer Fudd, Porky Pig, Road Runner, Wile E. Coyote, and Pepe LePew. Included are plenty of behind-the-scenes descriptions of how an animated film is made, and (best of all) many clips from Chuck's cartoons.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2000-11-08
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Inside a Beautiful Mind
2002-03-03
Inside a Beautiful Mind
Overview: "Behind-the-scenes" documentary on the making of and public reaction to the Ron Howard/Brian Grazer film "A Beautiful Mind." Featuring rare interviews with Russell Crowe, Jennifer Connally and mathematician John Nash.
Genres: Documentary Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2002-03-03
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Making a 'Splash'
2004-03-30
Making a 'Splash'
Overview: Retrospective documentary on the making of the hit comedy Splash (1984).
Genres: Documentary Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2004-03-30
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Weezer: Video Capture Device - Treasures from the Vault 1991-2002
2004-03-23
Weezer: Video Capture Device - Treasures from the Vault 1991-2002
Overview: Weezer: Video Capture Device - Treasures From the Vault 1991-2002 contains every one of Weezer's music videos from that time period (including the classic Spike Jonze directed clips for "The Sweater Song," and "Buddy Holly"). Also included are never-before-released videos, live footage from the beginning of the band's career, acoustic performances, and footage of the band at work in the studio.
Genres: Music Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2004-03-23
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Willow: The Making of an Adventure
1988-04-26
Willow: The Making of an Adventure
Overview: A behind-the-scenes documentary on the making of the film Willow (1988). Included are interviews with cast and crew and scenes of the actual filming of the production itself.
Genres: TV Movie Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1988-04-26
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From Morf to Morphing: The Dawn of Digital Filmmaking
2013-04-05
From Morf to Morphing: The Dawn of Digital Filmmaking
Overview: Documentary about the invention of MORF, the program for morphing, which was created for the film Willow (1988).
Genres: Documentary Fantasy Adventure
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2013-04-05
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The Happy Days of Garry Marshall
2020-05-12
The Happy Days of Garry Marshall
Overview: In a heartfelt tribute to Hollywood legend Garry Marshall, his family and friends share their favorite memories of the creative genius behind some of the most memorable series in television history.
Genres: Documentary TV Movie
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2020-05-12
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The Directors: The Films of Roger Corman
1999-02-01
The Directors: The Films of Roger Corman
Overview: Documentary on Roger Corman
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1999-02-01
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A Walking Tour of Sesame Street
1979-03-01
A Walking Tour of Sesame Street
Overview: Sesame Street celebrated its 10th anniversary in the spring of 1979 with a half-hour PBS special hosted by James Earl Jones titled A Walking Tour of Sesame Street. The special aired on individual PBS stations at various times between March and May 1979. (Muppet Wiki)
Genres: Comedy Family
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1979-03-01
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Christopher Plummer: A Man For All Stages
2002-11-07
Christopher Plummer: A Man For All Stages
Overview: Veteran radio, theatre, television and film actor Christopher Plummer has played a thousand parts, but beneath that elegant stage presence lies the restless heart of a risk-taker. Don't miss this engaging biography.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2002-11-07
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Ron Howard: 50 Years in Film
2008-12-29
Ron Howard: 50 Years in Film
Overview: An original documentary featuring an exclusive interview with Ron Howard, who recounts his remarkable career from child star to Oscar-winning director.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2008-12-29
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1982: Greatest Geek Year Ever!
2022-10-08
1982: Greatest Geek Year Ever!
Overview: A remarkable new epic documentary spotlighting the pop culture milestones of 1982 including notable motion pictures, TV, music and video games of that seminal year.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2022-10-08
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