Sort by Popularity - Most Popular Movies and TV Shows tagged with keyword "reference-to-lana-turner"

1. Kill Bill: Vol. 2 (2004)

R | 137 min | Action, Crime, Thriller

The Bride continues her quest of vengeance against her former boss and lover Bill, the reclusive bouncer Budd, and the treacherous, one-eyed Elle.

Director: Quentin Tarantino | Stars: Uma Thurman, David Carradine, Michael Madsen, Daryl Hannah

Votes: 807,155 | Gross: $66.21M

2. Wonderland (2003)

R | 104 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery

In the police investigation of a brutal crime scene, one man was at the center of it all: legendary porn star John Holmes.

Director: James Cox | Stars: Val Kilmer, Lisa Kudrow, Kate Bosworth, Christina Applegate

Votes: 23,384 | Gross: $1.06M

3. The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It (2021)

R | 112 min | Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Arne Cheyenne Johnson stabs and murders his landlord, claiming to be under demonic possession while Ed and Lorraine Warren investigate the case and try to prove his innocence.

Director: Michael Chaves | Stars: Patrick Wilson, Vera Farmiga, Ruairi O'Connor, Sarah Catherine Hook

Votes: 139,437 | Gross: $65.63M

4. Myra Breckinridge (1970)

R | 94 min | Comedy

After undergoing gender reassignment surgery, an aspiring actress travels to Hollywood, where she also wants to make a claim on her wealthy uncle's estate.

Director: Michael Sarne | Stars: Mae West, John Huston, Raquel Welch, Rex Reed

Votes: 3,458 | Gross: $8.72M

5. Hollywoodland (2006)

R | 126 min | Biography, Crime, Drama

A detective examines the mysterious death of George Reeves, the star of the television series Adventures of Superman (1952).

Director: Allen Coulter | Stars: Adrien Brody, Ben Affleck, Diane Lane, Bob Hoskins

Votes: 35,980 | Gross: $14.42M

6. Rules Don't Apply (2016)

PG-13 | 127 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance

The unconventional love story of an aspiring actress, her ambitious driver, and their eccentric boss, the legendary billionaire Howard Hughes.

Director: Warren Beatty | Stars: Lily Collins, Haley Bennett, Taissa Farmiga, Steve Tom

Votes: 11,681 | Gross: $3.65M

7. Fade to Black (1980)

R | 102 min | Comedy, Crime, Horror

A shy, lonely film buff embarks on a killing spree against those who browbeat and betray him, all the while stalking his idol, a Marilyn Monroe lookalike.

Director: Vernon Zimmerman | Stars: Dennis Christopher, Tim Thomerson, Gwynne Gilford, Norman Burton

Votes: 5,006

8. Art School Confidential (2006)

R | 102 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance

Starting from childhood attempts at illustration, the protagonist pursues his true obsession to art school. But as he learns how the art world really works, he finds that he must adapt his vision to the reality that confronts him.

Director: Terry Zwigoff | Stars: Max Minghella, Sophia Myles, John Malkovich, Jim Broadbent

Votes: 17,725 | Gross: $3.30M

9. Scotty and the Secret History of Hollywood (2017)

Unrated | 98 min | Documentary, Biography, History

A portrait of unsung Hollywood legend Scotty Bowers, whose bestselling memoir chronicled his decades spent as sexual procurer to the stars.

Director: Matt Tyrnauer | Stars: Scotty Bowers, William Mann, David Kuhn, Stephen Fry

Votes: 1,810 | Gross: $0.46M

10. Du Barry Was a Lady (1943)

Passed | 101 min | Comedy, Musical, Romance

A nightclub's coatroom attendant who's in love with the club's singer accidentally sips a drugged drink that makes him dream he's French King Louis XV, courting the infamous Madame Du Barry.

Director: Roy Del Ruth | Stars: Red Skelton, Lucille Ball, Gene Kelly, Virginia O'Brien

Votes: 1,727

11. The Man Who Came to Dinner (1941)

Not Rated | 112 min | Comedy, Romance

An acerbic critic wreaks havoc when a hip injury forces him to move in with a Midwestern family.

Director: William Keighley | Stars: Bette Davis, Ann Sheridan, Monty Woolley, Richard Travis

Votes: 8,983

12. Wonder Man (1945)

Approved | 98 min | Comedy, Fantasy, Musical

After being murdered by gangsters, an exuberant nightclub entertainer returns as a ghost to persuade his meek twin brother to help bring his killers to justice.

Director: H. Bruce Humberstone | Stars: Danny Kaye, Virginia Mayo, Vera-Ellen, Donald Woods

Votes: 2,494

13. Elizabeth Is Missing (2019 TV Movie)

TV-14 | 87 min | Drama, Mystery

A woman affected by dementia struggles to solve the disappearance of her friend.

Director: Aisling Walsh | Stars: Glenda Jackson, Maggie Steed, Sophie Rundle, Liv Hill

Votes: 2,999

14. Without Reservations (1946)

Approved | 107 min | Comedy, Romance

En route to Hollywood, an author becomes smitten with a marine, though he is unaware of her celebrity status and is critical of her best-selling novel.

Director: Mervyn LeRoy | Stars: Claudette Colbert, John Wayne, Don DeFore, Anne Triola

Votes: 1,929 | Gross: $3.00M

15. I Love Melvin (1953)

Passed | 77 min | Comedy, Musical, Romance

Melvin, a photographer for "Look" magazine, meets Judy and wants to marry her. Her father is against that and as a last resort, Melvin promises to get Judy's photo on the cover of the next issue, a task easier said than done.

Director: Don Weis | Stars: Donald O'Connor, Debbie Reynolds, Una Merkel, Richard Anderson

Votes: 1,055

16. The Goddess (1958)

Approved | 104 min | Drama

A woman adored by the people around her ultimately struggles to be happy with herself.

Director: John Cromwell | Stars: Kim Stanley, Lloyd Bridges, Steven Hill, Betty Lou Holland

Votes: 1,140

17. Crime in the Streets (1956)

Passed | 91 min | Action, Crime, Drama

Social worker tries to befriend local slum gang.

Director: Don Siegel | Stars: John Cassavetes, Sal Mineo, James Whitmore, Mark Rydell

Votes: 1,390

18. Once a Year on Blackpool Sands (2021)

Unrated | 105 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance

A gritty Northern LGBTQ comedy drama. Blackpool 1953. Two young gay Yorkshire miners, Eddy and Tommy, on their annual holiday there, meet transvestite James Elbridge who is summoning up the courage to do the fabled walk from pier to pier.

Director: Karlton Parris | Stars: Kyle Brookes, Macaulay Cooper, Wendy Laurence James, Elizabeth Coombs

Votes: 141

19. Hollywood Mouth 3 (2018)

109 min | Drama

A film buff learns something new about her family and encounters noir-like situations in Hollywood.

Director: Jordan Mohr | Stars: Heidi Appe, Anastasia Art, Barbara Bologna, Angelica Coralvine

20. Top Banana (1954)

Approved | 100 min | Comedy, Musical, Romance

A filmed version of Phil Silvers' hit Broadway show about a television comic who tried to regain his ratings on TV.

Directors: Alfred E. Green, Albert Zugsmith | Stars: Phil Silvers, Rose Marie, Danny Scholl, Judy Lynn

Votes: 302

21. Hitler's Hollywood (2017)

Not Rated | 105 min | Documentary, History

Rüdiger Suchsland examines German cinema from 1933, when the Nazis came into power, until 1945 when the Third Reich collapsed.

Director: Rüdiger Suchsland | Stars: Rüdiger Suchsland, Rike Schmid, Hans Henrik Wöhler, Udo Kier

Votes: 848 | Gross: $0.04M

22. Hollywood Mouth (2008)

Not Rated | 75 min | Drama

In Hollywood, a film buff gets involved with selling a Faberge egg.

Director: Jordan Mohr | Stars: Michael Abruscato, Katy Baker, Sam Bologna, Veli Erturk

Votes: 714

23. Follow the Boys (1944)

Approved | 122 min | Comedy, Drama, Music

During World War II, all the studios put out "all-star" vehicles which featured virtually every star on the lot--often playing themselves--in musical numbers and comedy skits, and were ... See full summary »

Directors: A. Edward Sutherland, John Rawlins | Stars: George Raft, Vera Zorina, Grace McDonald, Charley Grapewin

Votes: 502

24. Outrageous! (1977)

R | 96 min | Comedy, Drama

A story about a female impersonator who rooms with a pregnant schizophrenic.

Director: Richard Benner | Stars: Craig Russell, Hollis McLaren, Richert Easley, Allan Moyle

Votes: 1,028

25. Eva Peron: The True Story (1996)

PG | 120 min | Biography, Drama, History

Drama based on the life of Eva Peron, an obscure actress, who rose to become wife of Argentine strong-man President Juan Peron and one of the most powerful figures in Argentina until her death in 1952 at age 33.

Director: Juan Carlos Desanzo | Stars: Esther Goris, Víctor Laplace, Cristina Banegas, Pepe Novoa

Votes: 526

26. The Senator Was Indiscreet (1947)

Approved | 88 min | Comedy

A bumbling, long-winded and crooked Southern senator, considered by some as a dark horse for the Presidency, panics his party when his tell-all diary is stolen.

Director: George S. Kaufman | Stars: William Powell, Ella Raines, Peter Lind Hayes, Arleen Whelan

Votes: 709

27. Hollywood Mouth 2 (2014)

84 min | Drama

A film buff discovers strange goings-on at a movie museum and elsewhere in Hollywood.

Director: Jordan Mohr | Stars: Sam Bologna, Alexander Des Combes, Ronald Duthweiler, Matthew Glaser

Votes: 698

28. The Cheaters (1945)

Passed | 87 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance

An eccentric wealthy family facing bankruptcy schemes to steal an inheritance, but an alcoholic ex-actor they take in for Christmas charity complicates their plan.

Director: Joseph Kane | Stars: Joseph Schildkraut, Billie Burke, Eugene Pallette, Ona Munson

Votes: 911

29. Superstar in a Housedress (2004)

Not Rated | 95 min | Documentary, Biography, Comedy

"Jackie Curtis is not a drag queen. Jackie is an artist. A pioneer without a frontier." -- Andy Warhol. Superstar in a Housedress examines the life and legend of Warhol transvestite ... See full summary »

Director: Craig Highberger | Stars: Peter Allen, Paul Ambrose, Michael André, Penny Arcade

Votes: 171 | Gross: $0.03M

30. Howard Hughes: The Man and the Madness (1999 TV Movie)

Documentary, Biography

Documentary on the idiosyncratic, eccentric billionaire Howard Hughes utilizes rare archive footage and interviews with associates to shed light on the Hughes enigma.

Director: Nick Millard | Stars: Shannon Bollinger, Brett Brinkhoff, Jan Dicken, Howard Hughes

Votes: 40

31. Elizabeth Taylor - An Intimate Portrait (1975 TV Movie)

67 min | Documentary, Biography

A made-for-television documentary hosted by Peter Lawford in discussions with close friends, family and colleagues of Elizabeth Taylor about her life and career and featuring clips from her films and archive footage from her personal life.

Director: Pat Shields | Stars: Peter Lawford, Elizabeth Taylor, Roddy McDowall, Vincente Minnelli

Votes: 132

32. Nina Simone: My Baby Just Cares for Me (1987 Music Video)

5 min | Animation, Short, Music

Animated promotional video for Nina Simone's 1987's relaunch of her single "My Baby Just Cares for Me". The "Baby" in question is a claymation cat madly in love with her.

Director: Peter Lord

Votes: 200

33. The Story of a Dress (1964)

6 min | Documentary, Short

This short film looks at the extensive wardrobe department that clothed the casts of MGM films into the 1960s.

Stars: Morton Haack, Debbie Reynolds, Charles Walters, Lawrence Weingarten

Votes: 42

34. Tough Baby: Torch Song (2008 Video)

14 min | Documentary, Short, Musical

At long last, we rediscover the camp classic in which Joan Crawford embodies the melodramatic diva Jenny Stewart, a song-and-dance legend who finds love and humility in the arms of blind pianist, Michael Wilding.

Director: Peter Fitzgerald | Stars: Richard Barrios, Jeanine Basinger, Molly Haskell, Christina Crawford

Votes: 152

35. Behind the Mirror: A Profile of Douglas Sirk (1979 TV Special)

57 min | Documentary, Biography, Drama

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Director: Sue Mallinson | Stars: Mark Shivas, Douglas Sirk

36. AFI Life Achievement Award (1973– )
Episode: AFI Life Achievement Award: A Tribute to James Stewart (1980)

71 min | Documentary

The American Film Institute gives its eighth Lifetime Achievment Award to James (Jimmy) Stewart in a ceremony hosted by his long-time friend Henry Fonda.

Stars: James Stewart, Lindsay Bloom, Don Brodie, Kathryn Grant

Votes: 242

37. Are You Being Served? (1972–1985)
Episode: It Pays to Advertise (1977)

TV-G | 28 min | Comedy

Grace Brothers decides to use examples of the "average man and woman in the street" to sell its wares, and the staff find themselves as the living models.

Director: Bob Spiers | Stars: Trevor Bannister, Mollie Sugden, Frank Thornton, John Inman

Votes: 210

38. Car 54, Where Are You? (1961–1963)
Episode: Joan Crawford Didn't Say No (1963)

TV-PG | 26 min | Comedy

When a septuagenarian delicatessen owner reports he will be marrying Joan Crawford, the boys of the 53rd are sent out to bust the phony matrimonial service that promises to pair its clients with Hollywood movie stars.

Director: Stanley Prager | Stars: Joe E. Ross, Fred Gwynne, Molly Picon, Al Lewis

Votes: 219

39. Designing Women (1986–1993)
Episode: The Proxy Pig and Great Pretenders (1989)

Not Rated | Comedy

Suzanne's pig Noelle has run away, so to console herself, she buys maternity gifts for an expectant Charlene. When Anthony injures his back carrying a 200 pound antique table down the ... See full summary »

Director: Harry Thomason | Stars: Delta Burke, Dixie Carter, Annie Potts, Jean Smart

Votes: 92

40. Girls on Top (1985–1986)
Episode: Staying Alive (1985)

24 min | Comedy

Amanda tries to organise life in the flat, with a detailed cleaning rota, but some flatmates are less than enthusiastic.

Director: Paul Jackson | Stars: Tracey Ullman, Dawn French, Jennifer Saunders, Ruby Wax

Votes: 16

41. The Golden Girls (1985–1992)
Episode: Older and Wiser (1991)

TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy, Drama

Sophia starts a new role as recreations director for a senior citizen's center, or at least that's what she thinks. Meanwhile, Blanche and Rose become photographic models.

Director: Matthew Diamond | Stars: Bea Arthur, Betty White, Rue McClanahan, Estelle Getty

Votes: 355

42. The Golden Girls (1985–1992)
Episode: One Flew Out of the Cuckoo's Nest (1992)

TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy, Drama

As Dorothy and Lucas prepare to get married, they try to persuade Sophia to come live with them in Atlanta.

Director: Lex Passaris | Stars: Bea Arthur, Betty White, Rue McClanahan, Estelle Getty

Votes: 741

43. Highway to Heaven (1984–1989)
Episode: Cindy (1985)

Not Rated | 45 min | Drama, Fantasy

A modern-day Hollywood retelling of the Cinderella story, only this aspiring actress Cindy wants to be accepted for who she really is and not the Eliza Doolittle her well-meaning dad wants to transform her into.

Director: Michael Landon | Stars: Michael Landon, Victor French, Alice Ghostley, Kip Gilman

Votes: 131

44. Hill Street Blues (1981–1987)
Episode: Gung Ho (1983)

TV-14 | 49 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery

Bates is upset at Coffey for getting her a stripper for her birthday. Belker and two rookie cops go undercover at an arcade. Several suspects are questioned about a deadly armed robbery.

Director: David Anspaugh | Stars: Daniel J. Travanti, Michael Conrad, Michael Warren, Bruce Weitz

Votes: 89

45. Hogan's Heroes (1965–1971)
Episode: Hogan Goes Hollywood (1969)

TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy, War

To complete a mission given to him by the Underground, Hogan makes use of an American actor that is appearing in a German propaganda film.

Director: Edward H. Feldman | Stars: Bob Crane, Werner Klemperer, John Banner, Robert Clary

Votes: 158

46. I Love Lucy (1951–1957)
Episode: Lucy Gets Into Pictures (1955)

TV-Y | 30 min | Comedy

Lucy gets a bit part in a movie, but has a problem with the costume.

Director: William Asher | Stars: Lucille Ball, Desi Arnaz, Vivian Vance, William Frawley

Votes: 365

47. The Jeffersons (1975–1985)
Episode: I Buy the Songs (1981)

TV-PG | 25 min | Comedy

George forgets Valentine's Day, angers Louise by handing her cash instead, and then tries to mollify her by persuading a local composer to write an original song for her.

Director: Bob Lally | Stars: Isabel Sanford, Sherman Hemsley, Roxie Roker, Franklin Cover

Votes: 73

48. Laverne & Shirley (1976–1983)
Episode: Not Quite New York (1980)

TV-G | 30 min | Comedy, Family

The girls (and all others in the bottle-capping department) are cut loose by Shotz. They've been replaced by a machine. With nothing to lose, they decide to join Frank and Edna in Burbank, CA and say goodbye to Milwaukee.

Director: John Tracy | Stars: Penny Marshall, Cindy Williams, Betty Garrett, Michael McKean

Votes: 97

49. M*A*S*H (1972–1983)
Episode: Radar's Report (1973)

TV-PG | 25 min | Comedy, Drama, War

Radar reports on the comedies and tragedies of a typical 4077th week while Majors Houlihan and Burns try to get Cpl. Klinger transferred and Hawkeye falls hard for a nurse.

Director: Jackie Cooper | Stars: Alan Alda, Wayne Rogers, McLean Stevenson, Loretta Swit

Votes: 691

50. Taxi (1978–1983)
Episode: Hollywood Calling (1979)

TV-PG | 25 min | Comedy

A Hollywood movie producer comes to the garage to interview and follow cabbies in order to get material for his latest film.

Director: James Burrows | Stars: Judd Hirsch, Jeff Conaway, Danny DeVito, Marilu Henner

Votes: 202