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51.
Encounter (1952–1961)
Episode:
Othello
(1953)
84 min | Drama
The Moorish general Othello is manipulated into thinking that his new wife Desdemona has been carrying on an affair with his lieutenant Michael Cassio when in reality it is all part of the scheme of a bitter ensign named Iago.
Director: David Greene | Stars: Lorne Greene, Peggi Loder, Joseph Fürst, Katharine Blake
Votes: 12
52.
Madeline (1989–2001)
Episode:
Madeline and the Dog Show
(1993)
TV-Y7 | 21 min | Animation, Family
Even though she outperforms the competition, Genevieve is disqualified from a dog show because she is not a purebred. But after she rescues the Mayor's dog, the judges change their tune.
Director: Stan Phillips | Stars: Christopher Plummer, Tracey Lee Smythe, Stevie Vallance, Vanessa King
Votes: 8
53.
Jeopardy! (1984– )
Episode:
Episode #37.115
(2021)
TV-G | Short, Game-Show, Reality-TV
Director: Clay Jacobsen | Stars: Mike Richards, Johnny Gilbert, Jim Cooper, Sarah Whitcomb Foss
Votes: 6
54.
Moguls & Movie Stars: A History of Hollywood (2010)
Episode:
The Attack of the Small Screens: 1950-1960
(2010)
60 min | Documentary, History
Moguls ran into trouble when TV came into play. For many there wasn't a need to go out to the movies when you could stay home and watch this box for free so the studios had to come up with something to get these folks back.
Stars: Christopher Plummer, A. Scott Berg, Andrew Bergman, Peter Bogdanovich
Votes: 40
55. The Sound of Music (1965)
G | 172 min | Biography, Drama, Family
A young novice is sent by her convent in 1930s Austria to become a governess to the seven children of a widowed naval officer.
Director: Robert Wise | Stars: Julie Andrews, Christopher Plummer, Eleanor Parker, Richard Haydn
Votes: 261,233 | Gross: $163.21M
56. Star Trek: Klingon Academy (2000 Video Game)
T | Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi
In this FMV space combat game and prequel to Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country (1991), the death of a respected Klingon leader causes a coup d'état attempt. General Chang and his best cadet, Torlek (the player), try to stop it.
Director: Robb Hart | Stars: J. Paul Boehmer, Wayne Grace, Blake Lindsley, Douglas Owen McDonald
Votes: 110
57. The River of My Dreams (2016)
104 min | Documentary, Biography
A look at the life and legacy of Canadian actor, Gordon Pinsent.
Director: Brigitte Berman | Stars: Norman Jewison, Barry Kennedy, Richard Ouzounian, Krystin Pellerin
Votes: 24
58.
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson (1962–1992)
Episode:
Episode dated 18 May 1973
(1973)
TV-G | Comedy, Talk-Show
Stars: Johnny Carson, Sid Caesar, Art Carney, Kelly Garrett
Votes: 34
59.
American Experience (1987– )
Episode:
Eugene O'Neill: A Documentary Film
(2006)
TV-PG | 120 min | Documentary, Biography, History
The life and career of American playwright Eugene O'Neill.
Director: Ric Burns | Stars: Robert Brustein, Zoe Caldwell, Arthur Gelb, Barbara Gelb
Votes: 134
60.
Madeline (1989–2001)
Episode:
Madeline and the Soccer Star
(1993)
TV-Y7 | 21 min | Animation, Family
Madeline's country cousin Andre comes to town. Everyone thinks he's nothing more than a bumpkin with phenomenal gardening skills until, with Madeline's encouragement, he saves the day at the big soccer match.
Director: Stan Phillips | Stars: Christopher Plummer, Tracey Lee Smythe, Stevie Vallance, Long John Baldry
Votes: 8
61.
Madeline (1989–2001)
Episode:
Madeline and the Easter Bonnet
(1994)
TV-Y7 | 21 min | Animation, Family
Just in time for Easter, Madeline updates the old hat belonging to Bon Bon, the milk horse. But then an enormous gust of wind sends the hat flying across town, into the shop of a struggling... See full summary »
Director: Stan Phillips | Stars: Christopher Plummer, Tracey Lee Smythe, Stevie Vallance, Long John Baldry
Votes: 10
62.
Moguls & Movie Stars: A History of Hollywood (2010)
Episode:
Warriors & Peacemakers: 1941-1950
(2010)
60 min | Documentary, History
The period from 1941 to 1950 is covered including the production of "The Grapes Of Wrath", "Citizen Kane", "The Great Dictator", "Casablanca," and some World War II movies and the efforts of celebrities to help out.
Stars: Christopher Plummer, Jeanine Basinger, Cari Beauchamp, A. Scott Berg
Votes: 37
63. 12 Monkeys (1995)
R | 129 min | Mystery, Sci-Fi, Thriller
In a future world devastated by disease, a convict is sent back in time to gather information about the man-made virus that wiped out most of the human population on the planet.
Director: Terry Gilliam | Stars: Bruce Willis, Madeleine Stowe, Brad Pitt, Joseph Melito
Votes: 646,939 | Gross: $57.14M
64. Kraft Theatre (1947–1958)
60 min | Drama
A well-received anthology series presenting live television dramas.
Stars: Ed Herlihy, Vaughn Taylor, Valerie Cossart, Dan Morgan
Votes: 222
65. The Battle for The Battle of Britain (1969 TV Movie)
51 min | Documentary
From July 10 to October 31, 1940, England stood alone against Hitler'S Germany. The Battle of Britain does an excellent depiction of the first battle In history fought totally as an air war prior to U.S. entry into WWII.
Directors: Paul Annett, Christopher Doll | Stars: Michael Caine, Winston Churchill, Harry Saltzman, Benjamin Fisz
Votes: 49
66. The Ultimate Heist: Making 'Inside Man' (2006 TV Movie)
23 min | Documentary
Behind the scenes look at the compelling new thriller INSIDE MAN starring Clive Owen, Denzel Washington and Jodie Foster, exploring the challenge of attempting to pull off the perfect heist.
Director: Simon Sleap | Stars: Spike Lee, Denzel Washington, Jodie Foster, Clive Owen
Votes: 80
67. The 28th Annual Tony Awards (1974 TV Special)
Director: Clark Jones | Stars: Alan Alda, Jane Alexander, Maxene Andrews, Patty Andrews
Votes: 132
68.
The DuPont Show of the Month (1957–1961)
Episode:
The Prince and the Pauper
(1957)
90 min | Comedy, Drama, History
A poor boy and a prince exchange identities and lives while the villainous Captain of the Guard plots to take advantage of this.
Director: Daniel Petrie | Stars: Douglas Campbell, John Carradine, Patty Duke, Robert Goodier
Votes: 12
69.
Life and Times (1996–2007)
Episode:
A Man for All Stages: The Life and Times of Christopher Plummer
(2002)
59 min | Documentary, Biography
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.
Director: Ron Allen | Stars: Ann-Marie MacDonald, Julie Andrews, Michael Caine, Russell Crowe
Votes: 14
70.
Madeline (1989–2001)
Episode:
Madeline at the Louvre
(1993)
TV-Y7 | 22 min | Animation, Family
Madeline paints a magnificent picture and accidentally leaves it at the Louvre, where it is mistaken for a masterpiece and hung next to the Mona Lisa, upstaging DaVinci's creation. Madeline... See full summary »
Director: Stan Phillips | Stars: Christopher Plummer, Tracey Lee Smythe, Stevie Vallance, Long John Baldry
Votes: 6
71.
Madeline (1989–2001)
Episode:
Madeline at the Ballet
(1993)
TV-Y7 | 21 min | Animation, Family
The girls get a chance to perform with a famed ballet master who thinks Madeline is too small to succeed. Madeline's insecurity (and Pepito's teasing) keeps getting in the way of her ... See full summary »
Director: Stan Phillips | Stars: Christopher Plummer, Tracey Lee Smythe, Stevie Vallance, Long John Baldry
Votes: 9
72.
Moguls & Movie Stars: A History of Hollywood (2010)
Episode:
Peepshow Pioneers: 1889-1907
(2010)
Not Rated | 59 min | Documentary, History
The early careers of the Warner brothers, Mayer, Carl Laemmle of Universal and William Fox of Fox. It also covers the invention of Thomas Edison's motion picture camera and penny arcades.
Stars: Christopher Plummer, Terry Borton, Paul Israel, Charles Musser
Votes: 52
73.
Miracle Planet (2004– )
Episode:
The Violent Past
(2005)
Unrated | 50 min | Documentary, History, Mystery
Directors: Joanne Carrière, Olivier Julien, Wally Longul, Hideki Tasuke | Stars: Christopher Plummer, Gary Granville, Eiichiro Kokubo, Seiko Nakajô
Votes: 6
74. Knives Out (2019)
PG-13 | 130 min | Comedy, Crime, Drama
A detective investigates the death of the patriarch of an eccentric, combative family.
Director: Rian Johnson | Stars: Daniel Craig, Chris Evans, Ana de Armas, Jamie Lee Curtis
Votes: 774,348 | Gross: $165.36M
75. The Thorn Birds (1983)
Unrated | 122 min | Drama, Romance
In the arid 1920s Australian Outback, a Catholic priest and the beautiful niece of a vast sheep station owner stand powerless before God's will, tormented by desire. How far are they willing to go in the name of love?
Stars: Richard Chamberlain, Rachel Ward, Christopher Plummer, Bryan Brown
Votes: 10,199
76. The Ed Sullivan Show (1948–1971)
TV-G | 60 min | Music, Talk-Show
The classic prime time variety show most famous for its vaudeville acts and rock music performances.
Stars: Ed Sullivan, The Ray Bloch Orchestra, Ray Bloch, Johnny Wayne
Votes: 1,561
77. Great Performances (1971– )
TV-G | 180 min | Music, Musical
Filmed and televised versions of theater productions, such as plays, musicals, operas, ballets, and concerts from around the world.
Stars: Scott Yoo, Julie Andrews, Renée Fleming, Plácido Domingo
Votes: 896
78. Hamlet at Elsinore (1964 TV Movie)
170 min | Drama
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.
Director: Philip Saville | Stars: Christopher Plummer, Robert Shaw, Alec Clunes, Michael Caine
Votes: 245
79. The Tempest (IV) (2010)
131 min | Drama
Exiled Prospero lives on a desolate island with his daughter, Miranda. When Prospero's usurping brother sails by the island, Prospero conjures a storm that wrecks the ship and changes all of their lives.
Director: Des McAnuff | Stars: Christopher Plummer, Geraint Wyn Davies, John Vickery, Dion Johnstone
Votes: 162
80. Caesar and Cleopatra (2009)
130 min | Comedy
Shaw's legendary wit turns political drama into sparkling comedy when veteran strategist Julius Caesar becomes mentor to the enchanting teenage queen of Roman-occupied Egypt. Their first ... See full summary »
Director: Des McAnuff | Stars: Christopher Plummer, Nikki M. James, Diane D'Aquila, Peter Donaldson
Votes: 112
81. Life and Times (1996–2007)
60 min | Documentary, Biography
Biographies of famous Canadians.
Stars: Ann-Marie MacDonald, June Callwood, Norman Jewison, Peter Gzowski
Votes: 52
82. The Sound of Music: From Fact to Phenomenon (1994 Video)
87 min | Documentary
This is a detailed made-for-video documentary on the saga of the making of the movie Sound of Music, The (1965), and the story of the life of Maria von Trapp and her family which inspired it.
Director: Michael Matessino | Stars: Claire Bloom, Eleonore von Trapp Campbell, Johannes von Trapp, Ted Chapin
Votes: 95
83. Madeline and the Bad Hat (1991 TV Movie)
25 min | Animation, Adventure, Family
Directors: Stephan Martinière, Cassandra Schafhausen | Stars: Christopher Plummer, Marsha Moreau, Judith Orban, Sonja Ball
Votes: 50
84.
Nature (1982– )
Episode:
Kalahari: The Flooded Desert
(2003)
TV-PG | Documentary, Family
View the Okavango Delta, after the rains, from the point of view of the crocodile and the eagle.
Director: Tim Liversedge | Star: Christopher Plummer
Votes: 29
85.
The Thorn Birds (1983)
Episode:
Part 3
(1983)
Unrated | 98 min | Drama, Romance
To move on with her life, Meggie leaves Drogheda; however, on the velvety sands of a remote haven, Ralph yields under the burden of choice, as Meggie's graceful body intertwines with his. Is he willing to renounce his beliefs for her sake?
Director: Daryl Duke | Stars: Richard Chamberlain, Rachel Ward, Christopher Plummer, Jean Simmons
Votes: 173
86.
The Thorn Birds (1983)
Episode:
Part 4
(1983)
Unrated | 144 min | Drama, Romance
Nineteen long years after their union, Cardinal de Bricassart returns to Drogheda. Once more, Meggie stands powerless before God's will, as tragedy befalls the Clearys. All her life, she waged war against God. Is she punished for loving?
Director: Daryl Duke | Stars: Richard Chamberlain, Rachel Ward, Christopher Plummer, Ken Howard
Votes: 177
87.
Arthur Hailey's the Moneychangers (1976)
Episode:
Part I
(1976)
Not Rated | 120 min | Drama
The bank's director dies leaving a power vacuum at the top leading to a cold war between his two heirs apparent. Meanwhile, a theft of 6000 USD puts a young teller under suspicion.
Director: Boris Sagal | Stars: Kirk Douglas, Christopher Plummer, Timothy Bottoms, Susan Flannery
Votes: 9
88. The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo (2011)
R | 158 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
Journalist Mikael Blomkvist is aided in his search for a woman who has been missing for 40 years by young computer hacker Lisbeth Salander.
Director: David Fincher | Stars: Daniel Craig, Rooney Mara, Christopher Plummer, Stellan Skarsgård
Votes: 495,061 | Gross: $102.52M
89. The Insider (1999)
R | 157 min | Biography, Drama, Thriller
A research chemist comes under personal and professional attack when he decides to appear in a 60 Minutes exposé on Big Tobacco.
Director: Michael Mann | Stars: Russell Crowe, Al Pacino, Christopher Plummer, Diane Venora
Votes: 180,302 | Gross: $28.97M
90. The Man Who Would Be King (1975)
PG | 129 min | Adventure, Drama, War
In 1880s India, two former British soldiers decide to set themselves up as Kings in Kafiristan, a land where no white man has set foot since Alexander the Great.
Director: John Huston | Stars: Sean Connery, Michael Caine, Christopher Plummer, Saeed Jaffrey
Votes: 52,059
91. The Gospel of John (2003)
PG-13 | 180 min | Biography, Drama, History
The story of Jesus' life as told by the apostle John, narrated by Christopher Plummer.
Director: Philip Saville | Stars: Henry Ian Cusick, Daniel Kash, Christopher Plummer, Scott Handy
Votes: 4,205 | Gross: $4.07M
92. A Marriage: Georgia O'Keeffe and Alfred Stieglitz (1991 TV Movie)
90 min | Drama
A drama exploring Thee stormy relationship between two fiercely independent artists: Georgia O'Keefe who needs the serene simplicity of New Mexico to paint and photographer Alfred Stieglitz... See full summary »
Director: Edwin Sherin | Stars: Jane Alexander, Michael Allison, Rachel Aviva, Vernel Bagneris
Votes: 37
93. The Eamonn Andrews Show (1964–1969)
Talk-Show
A 45-minute late-night chat and music program from ABC hosted by the genial Irishman in which a collection of guests, some daring, some downright boring, had Eamonn's forehead in an even greater lather than usual.
Stars: Eamonn Andrews, Spike Milligan, Sandie Shaw, Peter Cook
Votes: 57
94. Telescope (1963–1973)
30 min | Documentary
Documentary and biography with interviews as the central element of the show.
Stars: Fletcher Markle, Ken Cavanaugh, Pierre Berton, Gordon Sinclair
Votes: 30
95. Nuremberg: The Nazis Facing Their Crimes (2006)
90 min | Documentary
The documentary of the Nuremberg War Trials of 21 Nazi dignitaries held after World War II.
Director: Christian Delage | Stars: Hermann Göring, Rudolf Hess, Robert Jackson, Christopher Plummer
Votes: 96
96.
The Summit (2008)
Episode:
Night One
(2008)
TV-14 | Drama, Thriller
Director: Nick Copus | Stars: Bruce Greenwood, James Purefoy, Rachelle Lefevre, Mía Maestro
Votes: 20
97.
The Thorn Birds (1983)
Episode:
Part 1
(1983)
Unrated | 147 min | Drama, Romance
Against the backdrop of unrequited loves, bitter passions, and desperate inner conflicts, an affluent landowner in the arid 1920s Australian Outback takes in her brother's family. How far is she willing to go in the name of love?
Director: Daryl Duke | Stars: Richard Chamberlain, Rachel Ward, Jean Simmons, Ken Howard
Votes: 215
98.
Madeline (1989–2001)
Episode:
Madeline in Hollywood
(1993)
TV-Y | 21 min | Animation, Family
Madeline is "discovered" by a Hollywood director and is transported to California for her motion picture debut with her idol, Sugar Dimples. But Sugar turns out to be a spoiled brat and it ... See full summary »
Director: Stan Phillips | Stars: Christopher Plummer, Tracey Lee Smythe, Stevie Vallance, Long John Baldry
Votes: 7
99.
Miracle Planet (2004– )
Episode:
New Frontiers
(2005)
Unrated | 50 min | Documentary, History, Mystery
Directors: Joanne Carrière, Olivier Julien, Wally Longul, Shigenori Mizuno | Stars: Christopher Plummer, Per Ahlberg, Jennifer Clack, Ted Daeschler
Votes: 7
100.
Great Performances (1971– )
Episode:
Barrymore
(2014)
TV-G | 81 min | Music, Musical
In the final months of his life and suffering the ravages of alcoholism, former box office draw John Barrymore rents a theatre to rehearse for a backer's audition to raise money for a revival of his 1920 Broadway triumph, Richard III.
Director: Erik Canuel | Stars: Christopher Plummer, John Plumpis
Votes: 19