45 Films Directed by Sidney Lumet

Dorothy Gale, a kindergarten teacher, is unexpectedly transported from her normal life to the magical land of Oz. Traveling through a vibrant world, she meets a scarecrow wanting knowledge, a tin man desiring a heart, and a lion seeking courage.…

A young Spanish-American man is on trial for his father's murder. The prosecution and defense present a seemingly clear case, but the jury's deliberations reveal a deeper story. The jurors, each carrying their own biases, must confront their prejudices as…

In Hampshire, England, psychiatrist Martin Dysart is asked to understand why Alan Strang, a young stable hand, committed a violent act: blinding six horses with a metal spike. The town is shocked and demands answers. As Dysart explores Alan's mind,…

The film tells the story of Daniel Isaacson, whose parents, Paul and Rochelle, were executed as Soviet spies in the 1950s. The story unfolds in 1960s New York City, where Daniel is a graduate student involved in the antiwar movement.…

This intense drama follows Gloria, a determined woman in her middle years who spent time in prison defending her boyfriend. Back on the streets, she's pulled back into the dangerous world of organized crime she thought she'd left behind. Her…

"The Popes" is about a family constantly hunted because their parents were accused of arson in the late sixties, targeting a government weapons lab in protest of the Vietnam War. For years, they've lived in hiding, avoiding authorities. Their carefully…

A veteran news anchor, Howard Beale, is fired after 25 years on air due to his age. During his final broadcast, he declares he will commit suicide. Instead of being silenced, Beale's outburst unexpectedly grabs national attention and dramatically increases…

Dr. Werner Ernst, a young doctor working at a busy city hospital, becomes the center of a conflict between two half-sisters. They are arguing about their comatose father's care and the inheritance he left behind. As Werner deals with the…

Morroe Rieff discovers his friend and fellow writer, Leslie Braverman, has passed away. He meets Leslie's widow, Inez, who displays a surprising lack of grief, and joins Barnet, Felix, and Holly, three other writer friends, to attend the funeral. Their…

At an elite boarding school for boys, strict tradition hides underlying conflict among the teachers. A new gym teacher disrupts the established order with unconventional methods, becoming caught in a bitter rivalry between two veteran instructors. As he tries to…

Frank Galvin, a lawyer struggling with alcoholism and working on the fringes of the legal profession, gets a chance to redeem himself when an old friend offers him a medical malpractice case. Everyone wants to settle quietly, but Galvin believes…

British secret agent Charles Dobbs investigates the supposed suicide of Foreign Office official Samuel Fennan. Dobbs believes Fennan's wife, Elsa – a Holocaust survivor – may hold answers, but superiors want him to abandon the investigation. He enlists retiring Inspector…

Two brothers plan to rob their parents' jewelry store, but the heist quickly unravels. The botched robbery sets off a chain of events that dramatically impacts the entire family.

A young woman journeys to New York City with dreams of becoming a celebrated stage performer, but quickly learns that achieving her ambitions will present unforeseen challenges.

In New York City, Detective Daniel Ciello is sent by the Department of Justice to investigate corruption within his own police department. He must navigate a dangerous world while staying true to those he cares about. As Ciello investigates, he…

A driven criminal defense lawyer takes on a case that quickly becomes unexpectedly complicated when her client is accused of murdering his wife. Faced with strong evidence of his guilt, she struggles with her conscience but feels obligated to defend…

Alex Sternbergen's acting career was struggling, but she's about to face a real-life crisis. She wakes with a hazy memory of a night gone wrong and finds herself caught in a dangerous situation. She's sharing a bed with a dead…

A successful Broadway playwright discovers a remarkable screenplay by a promising new writer. Tempted by the opportunity to claim the script as his own, he creates a deceptive plan that spirals out of control. As he manipulates those around him…

Over nearly four decades, from 1925 to 1964, two Texas farm boys, the earnest Gid and the easygoing Johnny, compete for the heart of the captivating Molly Taylor. She repeatedly rejects both of them when they propose marriage.

In 1933, eight close friends, part of the elite at a girls' boarding school, are on the cusp of adulthood. The film follows them through the years leading up to World War II in Europe, depicting their relationships, engagements, and…

When accountant Gilbert Rolfe learns his mother has a brain tumor, he's heartbroken. Estelle, his often difficult mother, has one final desire: to meet Greta Garbo. Determined to fulfill this wish, Gilbert embarks on a frantic search for the legendary…

This drama follows a Jewish pawnbroker grappling with disillusionment after surviving Nazi persecution. Haunted by loss and despair, he isolates himself, convinced everyone is cruel. Years later, bitterness and regret consume him, blinding him to kindness. A chance encounter forces…

Lawyer Federico Fendi begins to suspect his fashion model wife, Carla, is secretly working as a high-end escort in Rome.

On a train journey to New York, a young soldier develops feelings for a woman who is essentially owned by someone else.

In New York City, Detective Emily Eden investigates a murder that leads her into a complex and secretive world. A veteran police officer accustomed to hardship, she finds herself navigating unfamiliar territory where power operates outside the law. The film…

This true story follows John Wojtowicz and Salvatore Naturile, two men who attempt a bank robbery in Brooklyn as a rebellion against society. Their bold plan quickly turns into a tense hostage situation and standoff with police. As the film…

This film chronicles the life of civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr., starting with the 1955 Montgomery bus boycott and following his pivotal role in the fight for racial equality. Featuring footage of King's powerful speeches and narrated by…

A young District Attorney uncovers a complicated case of police corruption, forcing him to choose between his duty and loyalty to those around him. His investigation leads him down a dangerous path when he discovers connections to his own father,…

In North Africa during World War II, British soldiers face a difficult challenge: climbing The Hill, a seemingly impossible sand dune. Under the harsh sun, their greatest struggle isn't with the enemy, but with each other, trapped in a system…

In 1935, legendary Belgian detective Hercule Poirot encounters an unexpected mystery when a snowstorm stranding a train full of passengers. Trapped together, they unknowingly share a carriage with a murderer who committed their crime the night before. Poirot uses his…

Frank Serpico, an honest New York City cop, stands out from his colleagues due to his refusal to accept the widespread bribery within his department. His integrity creates conflict with fellow officers who begin to endanger him with risky assignments.…

Eddie Carbone, a Brooklyn dockworker, is married to Beatrice but secretly desires his wife's niece, Catherine, whom he's essentially raised. The arrival of two illegal immigrant brothers, Marco and Rodolpho, disrupts the family. Catherine falls for Rodolpho, and Eddie, battling…

This film adaptation of Anton Chekhov's story depicts the lives of people in the Russian countryside during the late 19th century.

Recently released from prison after a ten-year sentence, Duke Anderson reunites with his former love, who now lives in a luxurious apartment building. He doesn't realize that his every move within the building is being secretly recorded by audio and…

This is the true story of Jack DiNorscio, a mobster who chose to represent himself in court, resulting in a trial that became the longest in U.S. Mafia history.

This drama follows a successful TV producer navigating the challenges of balancing her career and love life. She's burdened by a controlling boyfriend who is also her boss, and desires genuine connection and independence. A chance encounter with a talented…

Val Xavier, a mysterious man, arrives in a secluded town and starts working at a small general store owned by the enigmatic Lady Torrence. Val doesn't know that her husband, Jabe M. Torrance, is secretly fighting a terminal illness –…

This drama centers on a British police detective nearing his limit after years of relentless pursuit of justice. During a difficult interrogation of a suspect accused of severe crimes against children, the detective's mental state unravels. Overwhelmed by stress and…

A young district attorney is determined to prosecute a corrupt police detective. His pursuit becomes complicated when he reconnects with a former lover, now protected by a powerful crime boss who refuses to help. The DA must navigate a complex…

A newlywed finds herself torn between her wealthy husband and his enigmatic half-brother.

A technical malfunction sets off a nuclear war scenario as a U.S. Bomber squadron is mistakenly prepared to attack Moscow. With the world facing imminent nuclear destruction, the U.S. President must prevent global catastrophe within hours. The film depicts the…

Strip Search explores the conflict between personal freedoms and national security in the wake of 9/11. The film follows several interconnected stories, with two central plots focusing on an American woman held in China and an Arab man detained in…

In August 1912, fog hangs over a small town where a retired Irish actor experiences a difficult day. The day challenges his relationships and forces him to face his past. His wife's growing morphine addiction and unpredictable behavior strain their…