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1. Gladiator (2000)
R | 155 min | Action, Adventure, Drama
A former Roman General sets out to exact vengeance against the corrupt emperor who murdered his family and sent him into slavery.
Director: Ridley Scott | Stars: Russell Crowe, Joaquin Phoenix, Connie Nielsen, Oliver Reed
Votes: 1,626,329 | Gross: $187.71M
2. The Lion King (1994)
G | 88 min | Animation, Adventure, Drama
Lion prince Simba and his father are targeted by his bitter uncle, who wants to ascend the throne himself.
Directors: Roger Allers, Rob Minkoff | Stars: Matthew Broderick, Jeremy Irons, James Earl Jones, Whoopi Goldberg
Votes: 1,146,160 | Gross: $422.78M
3. The Lion King (2019)
PG | 118 min | Animation, Adventure, Drama
After the murder of his father, a young lion prince flees his kingdom only to learn the true meaning of responsibility and bravery.
Director: Jon Favreau | Stars: Donald Glover, Beyoncé, Seth Rogen, Chiwetel Ejiofor
Votes: 267,851 | Gross: $543.64M
4. Million Dollar Baby (2004)
PG-13 | 132 min | Drama, Sport
Frankie, an ill-tempered old coach, reluctantly agrees to train aspiring boxer Maggie. Impressed with her determination and talent, he helps her become the best and the two soon form a close bond.
Director: Clint Eastwood | Stars: Hilary Swank, Clint Eastwood, Morgan Freeman, Jay Baruchel
Votes: 723,451 | Gross: $100.49M
5. I, Claudius (1976)
Not Rated | 50 min | Biography, Drama, History
The personal and governmental affairs of the Julio-Claudian dynasty at the beginning of the Roman Empire, as recalled by one of its rulers.
Stars: Derek Jacobi, John Hurt, Siân Phillips, Brian Blessed
Votes: 19,448
6. Hamlet (1996)
PG-13 | 242 min | Drama
Hamlet, Prince of Denmark, returns home to find his father murdered and his mother remarrying the murderer, his uncle. Meanwhile, war is brewing.
Director: Kenneth Branagh | Stars: Kenneth Branagh, Julie Christie, Derek Jacobi, Kate Winslet
Votes: 40,132 | Gross: $4.71M
7. The Damned (1969)
R | 157 min | Drama, War
The dramatic collapse of a wealthy, industrialist/Junker family during the reign of the Third Reich.
Director: Luchino Visconti | Stars: Dirk Bogarde, Ingrid Thulin, Helmut Griem, Helmut Berger
Votes: 9,943 | Gross: $0.63M
8. Hamlet (1990)
PG | 135 min | Drama
Hamlet, Prince of Denmark, finds out that his uncle Claudius killed his father to obtain the throne, and plans revenge.
Director: Franco Zeffirelli | Stars: Mel Gibson, Glenn Close, Alan Bates, Paul Scofield
Votes: 23,676 | Gross: $20.71M
9. Grace of Monaco (2014)
Not Rated | 103 min | Biography, Drama, Romance
The story of former Hollywood star Grace Kelly's crisis of marriage and identity, during a political dispute between Monaco's Prince Rainier III and France's Charles De Gaulle, and a looming French invasion of Monaco in the early 1960s.
Director: Olivier Dahan | Stars: Nicole Kidman, Tim Roth, André Penvern, Frank Langella
Votes: 21,224
10. Hamlet (2009 TV Movie)
PG | 180 min | Drama
The RSC puts a modern spin on Shakespeare's Hamlet in this filmed-for-television version of their stage production. The Prince of Denmark seeks vengeance after his father is murdered and his mother marries the murderer.
Director: Gregory Doran | Stars: David Tennant, Patrick Stewart, Penny Downie, Oliver Ford Davies
Votes: 3,807
11. Brothers by Blood (2020)
R | 105 min | Action, Crime, Drama
A tale of family, friendships and betrayal in the violent world of the Philadelphia mob.
Director: Jérémie Guez | Stars: Matthias Schoenaerts, Joel Kinnaman, Maika Monroe, Paul Schneider
Votes: 2,594
12. Amor real (2003)
45 min | Drama, Romance
In 19th-century Mexico, Dr. Fuentes inherits a fortune and searches for a wife. His choice is Matilde Penalver y Beristain, from an aristocratic family whose fortune has waned.
Stars: Adela Noriega, Fernando Colunga, Mauricio Islas, Helena Rojo
Votes: 1,021
13. Cloistered Nun: Runa's Confession (1976)
74 min | Drama, Horror, Romance
Runa, visits her sister three years after entering the convent to forgive her and help her make money. To make more money, Runa's sister wheedles gifts from various men, and Runa's sexual initiation at the convent teaches her meekness.
Director: Masaru Konuma | Stars: Luna Takamura, Yôko Azusa, Tatsuya Hamaguchi, Nobutaka Masutomi
Votes: 248
14. Hamlet (1969)
G | 117 min | Drama
Academy Award-winning director Tony Richardson brings Shakespeare's tragedy to the screen - with searing performances from Nicol Williamson as the melancholy Dane and future Academy Award-winner Anthony Hopkins as the deceitful Claudius.
Director: Tony Richardson | Stars: Nicol Williamson, Judy Parfitt, Anthony Hopkins, Marianne Faithfull
Votes: 877
15. Broken Lance (1954)
Approved | 96 min | Adventure, Drama, Western
The saga of the Devereaux rancher family, set in 1880's Arizona.
Director: Edward Dmytryk | Stars: Spencer Tracy, Robert Wagner, Jean Peters, Richard Widmark
Votes: 4,322 | Gross: $8.28M
16. That's My Life (2014–2017)
140 min | Crime, Drama
Bahar, who does not know that she is adopted, lives under the pressure of her poor family. When her rich family is discovered, her stepmother substitutes her own daughter for Bahar and steals Bahar's life.
Stars: Ezgi Asaroglu, Keremcem, Ceren Moray, Görkem Gönülsen
Votes: 859
17.
The BBC Television Shakespeare (1978–1985)
Episode:
Hamlet, Prince of Denmark
(1980)
TV-14 | 210 min
Hamlet suspects his uncle has murdered his father to claim the throne of Denmark and the hand of Hamlet's mother, but the Prince cannot decide whether or not he should take vengeance.
Directors: Rodney Bennett, John Gorrie | Stars: Derek Jacobi, Claire Bloom, Patrick Stewart, Eric Porter
Votes: 666
18. The Animals of Farthing Wood (1993–1995)
TV-Y7 | 25 min | Animation, Adventure, Family
A group of wild animal friends are forced to move to a park after humans drive them away from their old home.
Stars: Ron Moody, Stacey Gregg, Rupert Farley, Sally Grace
Votes: 3,652
19. The Outsider (1979)
R | 122 min | Drama, History, Thriller
A young American man joins the IRA in Ireland but soon finds out that he is being used for political purposes and propaganda.
Director: Tony Luraschi | Stars: Craig Wasson, Sterling Hayden, Patricia Quinn, Niall O'Brien
Votes: 323
20. Brother (2010)
Not Rated | 97 min | Drama, Family, Sport
Two young men who have been raised as brothers look to their soccer skills as a way of getting out of their slum. While a scout is in town, an act of violence threatens to tear them apart.
Director: Marcel Rasquin | Stars: Fernando Moreno, Eliú Armas, Alí Rondón, Beto Benites
Votes: 2,647 | Gross: $0.03M
21. Hamlet (I) (1964)
191 min | Drama
The highly successful 1964 Richard Burton Broadway production of "Hamlet", deliberately staged in the style of a "dress rehearsal", but performed in front of a live audience.
Directors: Bill Colleran, John Gielgud | Stars: Richard Burton, Hume Cronyn, Alfred Drake, Eileen Herlie
Votes: 522
22. When a Man Comes Home (2007)
Not Rated | 100 min | Comedy
Sebastian was told as kid that his dad suicided - causing his stutter. Sebastian, now a kitchen hand living with his girlfriend, is told that the famous opera singer returning to town after years is his dad. Chaos ensues.
Director: Thomas Vinterberg | Stars: Oliver Møller-Knauer, Ronja Mannov Olesen, Helene Reingaard Neumann, Thomas Bo Larsen
Votes: 948
23. Hamlet (II) (2000 TV Movie)
Not Rated | 178 min | Drama
The classic Shakespeare tragedy is revisioned in America at the turn of the 20th Century. Campbell Scott (Singles, The Spanish Prisoner) adapted, co-directed and stars in the title role ... See full summary »
Directors: Campbell Scott, Eric Simonson | Stars: Campbell Scott, Blair Brown, Roscoe Lee Browne, LisaGay Hamilton
Votes: 246
24. The Last Breath (2009)
TV-MA | 10 min | Short, Comedy, Horror
Whilst on a family scuba diving trip the Kelvin family surface to find that the world's oxygen supply has suddenly dissipated. With their tanks running low they embark on a race against time to reach the nearby dive hut.
Director: David Jackson | Stars: Carole Weyers, Francis Magee, Sara Markland, Sarah Savage
Votes: 30
25. A Reason (2014)
R | 112 min | Drama
Serena, a young, gay introvert and her controlling older brother Nathan, are forced to endure a dreaded family gathering at the house of their elegant elderly Aunt Irene to hear the reading of her will - setting off an unexpected course of events that ultimately forces the clan to reevaluate their views on love, forgiveness, and family.
Director: Dominique Schilling | Stars: Magda Apanowicz, Nick Eversman, Marion Ross, Roxanne Hart
Votes: 121 | Gross: $0.01M
26. The Maiden Danced to Death (2011)
100 min | Drama
There were two brothers - two dancers - in Communist Hungary. One defected, the other stuck it out. One gave his soul to commerce, the other to the Party. After twenty years, they meet again. And the dance begins.
Director: Endre Hules | Stars: Endre Hules, Zsolt László, Bea Melkvi, Emöke Zsigmond
Votes: 144
27. Darkfall Resurrection (2013)
70 min | Romance, Sci-Fi
Anonymous Set in outer space, on the planet Akoh, The elder Zeav Keela tells his last story to a group of students. Recalling his younger years, Zeav and Alexandra are madly in love and ... See full summary »
Director: William Goldwyn | Stars: Jessica Craike, Gavin Hicks, Hunter McMahon, Cam Van Steel
Votes: 54
28. Black Reign
Short, Drama, Music | Post-production
"Black Reign" delves into the tumultuous journey of a successful singing group. Struggling with internal conflicts stemming from ego clashes and betrayal, the group faces a pivotal moment ... See full summary »
Director: Shante Jefferson | Stars: Shanyia Corbin, Gabriela Collazo, Imani Nathaniel, Michelle Barber
29. The Farm (VIII)
Drama, Mystery, Thriller | Announced
A retiring patriarch disputes with a large construction firm over the fertile land his farm is placed on. At the same time the passing of his wife brings home a son from an extra-marital affair, upsetting the family balance further.
30. Prima classe (2003)
15 min | Drama, Short
Elena is a rich woman married to a handsome professional: in a short time her life will turn from a fake heaven to a real hell but nobody does really seem to care.
Directors: Alessandro Bignami, Alex Oriani | Stars: Nino D'Agata, Armando De Ceccon, Maurizio Di Carmine, Gaetano Finocchi
31. Lucia di Lammermoor (I) (1983 TV Movie)
128 min | Drama, Music
Enrico wants sister Lucia to marry Arturo for political gain. Lucia loves his enemy Edgardo. When Edgardo is away, Enrico shows her a forged letter saying Edgardo is now married and to ... See full summary »
Director: Kirk Browning | Stars: Joan Sutherland, Alfredo Kraus, Pablo Elvira, Paul Plishka
Votes: 69
32.
Great Performances (1971– )
Episode:
Hamlet
(1990)
Not Rated | 165 min | Music, Musical
A Danish prince and university student avenges his father's murder by his uncle, who stole the crown and married his mother.
Directors: Kirk Browning, Kevin Kline | Stars: MacIntyre Dixon, Rene Raymond Rivera, Bill Camp, Peter Francis James
Votes: 239
33.
Matlock (1986–1995)
Episode:
The Getaway
(1995)
TV-PG | 50 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
Matlock defends an ex-con in a bank robbery trial, which hinges on the testimony of a kid who claims he can identify the real bandits.
Director: Leo Penn | Stars: Andy Griffith, Daniel Roebuck, Carol Huston, Jay Acovone
Votes: 100
34.
Route 66 (1960–1964)
Episode:
Soda Pop and Paper Flags
(1963)
TV-Y7 | 50 min | Adventure, Crime, Drama
Tod and Linc are en route from St. Louis to Memphis, Tennessee. They stop in Mapleton, Mo., for gas. Tod defends a transient hobo from troublemakers. Deciding to stay, Tod & Linc go to work... See full summary »
Director: Fred Jackman Jr. | Stars: Martin Milner, Glenn Corbett, Chester Morris, Frank Overton
Votes: 69
35.
Emmerdale Farm (1972– )
Episode:
Episode #1.3556
(2003)
TV-PG | Adventure, Crime, Drama
Many of the villagers get upset by an article about the Dingle-Tate feud and it doesn't take long until the Dingles realize that Shadrach sold information to the press and they call for a ... See full summary »
Director: Alan Wareing | Stars: Sammy Winward, Kelvin Fletcher, Abigail Fisher, Matthew Booth
36.
Emmerdale Farm (1972– )
Episode:
Episode #1.3584
(2003)
TV-PG | Adventure, Crime, Drama
Zak finds out that Shadrach went to the press again. Daz is being held at a police-station after being caught joyriding and Andy needs to get down to Manchester to fetch him since his ... See full summary »
Director: Mark Sendell | Stars: Jane Cox, Jeff Hordley, Mark Charnock, Deena Payne
37.
The Bold and the Beautiful (1987– )
Episode:
Episode #1.5316
(2008)
TV-14 | Drama, Romance
Phoebe begs Taylor to end things with Rick. While feeding Jack, Donna remembers the baby she once gave up for adoption. Nick and Katie share a tender moment.
Director: Deveney Kelly | Stars: Cameron Carr, McKenzie Carr, Jennifer Gareis, Ashley Jones
38.
Guiding Light (1952–2009)
Episode:
Episode #1.15489
(2008)
TV-14 | 45 min | Drama, Romance
Bill knows Alan has someone working against him inside the company; he doesn't know it's Dinah. Alan has another vision of Gus. Beth begins her first day as a law student.
Director: Tracey Hanley Bryggman | Stars: Beth Chamberlin, Bradley Cole, Daniel Cosgrove, Ron Raines
39.
Baptiste (2019–2021)
Episode:
Episode #2.5
(2021)
Not Rated | 57 min | Crime, Drama, Thriller
With Will safe, Emma and Julien hope to discover the identity of Gomorrah, but instead discover another attack is planned. Now, the pair must race against the clock to prevent it.
Director: Hong Khaou | Stars: Tchéky Karyo, Fiona Shaw, Adrian Rawlins, Claude Scott-Mitchell
Votes: 246
40.
The Bold and the Beautiful (1987– )
Episode:
Thurs Jan 22 2009
(2009)
TV-14 | Drama, Romance
Dominick welcomes the new president of Jackie M. The Forresters and the Logans scramble to find out who betrayed the company.
Director: Jennifer Howard | Stars: Texas Battle, Susan Flannery, Jennifer Gareis, Winsor Harmon
41.
The Bold and the Beautiful (1987– )
Episode:
Fri Jan 23 2009
(2009)
TV-14 | Drama, Romance
Clarke and Jackie celebrate their unearned success. Katie questions her future with Nick. Rick comes clean to Eric and gets a harsh response.
Director: Jennifer Howard | Stars: Andrew Collins, Lesley-Anne Down, Katherine Kelly Lang, Kyle Lowder
42.
The Bold and the Beautiful (1987– )
Episode:
Mon Jan 26 2009
(2009)
TV-14 | Drama, Romance
Ridge and Stephanie voice their mutual suspicion to each other that the company saboteur is Rick. Eric takes steps to cover up what Rick has done.
Director: Michael Stich | Stars: Lesley-Anne Down, Susan Flannery, Katherine Kelly Lang, Kyle Lowder
43.
The Bold and the Beautiful (1987– )
Episode:
Tues Jan 27 2009
(2009)
TV-14 | Drama, Romance
Nick agrees to the deal with Eric. Steffy tells Bridget she ended things with Rick. Stephanie and Ridge are convinced of Rick's guilt.
Director: Michael Stich | Stars: Lesley-Anne Down, Susan Flannery, Ashley Jones, Kyle Lowder
44.
The Bold and the Beautiful (1987– )
Episode:
Episode #1.5496
(2009)
TV-14 | Drama, Romance
Brooke is furious when Rick tells her that he is in love with Steffy. James Warwick tries to talk sense into Steffy. Beth Logan stops by.
Director: David Shaughnessy | Stars: Ian Buchanan, Lesley-Anne Down, Susan Flannery, Ashley Jones
45.
EastEnders (1985– )
Episode:
15 June 2010: Part 1
(2010)
TV-PG | Crime, Drama, Romance
Director: Michael Owen Morris | Stars: Liam Bergin, Glynis Barber, Rita Simons, Samantha Womack
46.
Better Call Saul (2015–2022)
Episode:
Pimento
(2015)
TV-14 | 47 min | Crime, Drama
Chuck wants to transfer the Sandpiper case to HHM much to Jimmy's dismay. Mike gets a job offer working as a bodyguard.
Director: Thomas Schnauz | Stars: Bob Odenkirk, Jonathan Banks, Rhea Seehorn, Patrick Fabian
Votes: 20,854
47.
Suburra: Blood on Rome (2017–2020)
Episode:
Rabid Dogs
(2017)
TV-MA | 42 min | Action, Crime, Drama
Samurai confronts Spadino over Theodosiou and hands Sara a raw deal. Cinaglia finds himself trapped. Manfredi targets Aureliano for revenge.
Director: Andrea Molaioli | Stars: Alessandro Borghi, Giacomo Ferrara, Eduardo Valdarnini, Francesco Acquaroli
Votes: 348
48.
Baptiste (2019–2021)
Episode:
Into the Sand
(2019)
Not Rated | 57 min | Crime, Drama, Thriller
Edward deals with the aftermath of a murder. Baptiste doesn't know who to trust, believing that the level of corruption runs deep after an attempt is made to kill Genevieve and himself.
Director: Jan Matthys | Stars: Tchéky Karyo, Tom Hollander, Zachary Baharov, Clare Calbraith
Votes: 371