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In a series of episodic vignettes, pioneer director D.W. Griffith (Birth of a Nation) explores the life and turbulent times of the 16th President of the United States. Historically accurate and to...

In a series of episodic vignettes, pioneer director D.W. Griffith (Birth of a Nation) explores the life and turbulent times of the 16th President of the United States. Historically accurate and to the point, the film explores the birth, loves and tragic presidency of Abe Lincoln. Credited with the skillful use of a moving camera, it was also Griffith's first non-silent film.

A catholic priest and students at a boys boarding school - a true story that is a gripping mystery.

A catholic priest and students at a boys boarding school - a true story that is a gripping mystery.

Post-World War II, four ex-servicemen are doing everything they can to avoid work in this zany, fun-filled comedy. That is, until they're called upon to keep an eye on a pretty, young ex-WAVE...

Post-World War II, four ex-servicemen are doing everything they can to avoid work in this zany, fun-filled comedy. That is, until they're called upon to keep an eye on a pretty, young ex-WAVE officer who they nickname "The Admiral"-- and with whom they all fall in love! Edmund O'Brien and Wanda Hendrix are adorable, while Johnny Sands and Steve Brodie provide endless comic relief in this unlikely gem!

Ideally set in Monte Carlo, a compulsive gambler stumbles towards losing everything when Merle Oberon decides to save him from himself. The story has a narrator.

Ideally set in Monte Carlo, a compulsive gambler stumbles towards losing everything when Merle Oberon decides to save him from himself. The story has a narrator.

The laughs are wild when Abbott and Costello go on safari! Bud and Lou are a pair of mild-mannered bookworms who pose as big game hunters and travel deep into the African jungle in search of a rare...

The laughs are wild when Abbott and Costello go on safari! Bud and Lou are a pair of mild-mannered bookworms who pose as big game hunters and travel deep into the African jungle in search of a rare gorilla. But what's really at stake is a secret diamond mine. Along the way they'll tangle with lions, cannibals, criminals, and, of course, wild apes! Their accomplices include the lovely Hillary Brooke (who later appeared on their TV series) and Three Stooges co-horts Shemp Howard and Joe Besser....

By combining actual footage with film re-enactments, this film offers both a documentary and fictional account of the life of Adolf Hitler, from his childhood in Vienna, through the rise of the...

By combining actual footage with film re-enactments, this film offers both a documentary and fictional account of the life of Adolf Hitler, from his childhood in Vienna, through the rise of the Third Reich, to his final act of suicide in the waning days of World War II. The film also provides considerable, and often shocking, detail of the atrocities enacted by the Nazi regime under Hitler's command.

Cary Grant stars as a wealthy-yet-unfulfilled millionaire who attempts to spend a year among the working classes instead of relying on his family fortune in this British comedy-romance. But his...

Cary Grant stars as a wealthy-yet-unfulfilled millionaire who attempts to spend a year among the working classes instead of relying on his family fortune in this British comedy-romance. But his loyalties are challenged when he falls in love with a woman from the impoverished side of town. Co-starring Mary Brian, the film is based on best-selling novel "The Amazing Quest of Ernest Bliss", which is also the title used for its original UK release.

Quite possibly the most unique and "high-brow" Western that John Wayne ever starred in, this was also the first one he made in the role of producer, after the studio set him up with his own...

Quite possibly the most unique and "high-brow" Western that John Wayne ever starred in, this was also the first one he made in the role of producer, after the studio set him up with his own production company. When Wayne's character, Quirt Evans, is wounded outside the home of a Quaker family, he is taken in and nursed back to health, with particular attention paid to him by their sheltered yet attractive daughter. Evans is enticed by the family's pacifist ways, but his outlaw past soon...

On the death of a gangster he goes to "hell" where he enters into an arrangement for his return to earth as a respected Judge. His motives of revenge fade away.

On the death of a gangster he goes to "hell" where he enters into an arrangement for his return to earth as a respected Judge. His motives of revenge fade away.

In this original, and still the best, film version of William Shakespeare's classic pastoral comedy, Sir Laurence Olivier stars as Orlando while Elisabeth Bergner is Rosalind, his secret admirer who...

In this original, and still the best, film version of William Shakespeare's classic pastoral comedy, Sir Laurence Olivier stars as Orlando while Elisabeth Bergner is Rosalind, his secret admirer who disguises herself as a boy in order to stay near to him. Nearly all of the actors involved had performed the work on stage previously, adding to the stellar overall performance. A particular highlight is Olivier's magnificent delivery of the famous "All the world's a stage " monologue.

Earth is threatened by an asteroid and flying saucers.

Earth is threatened by an asteroid and flying saucers.

Criminals flee into the wilderness after a heist. They are chased by a monster spider, which is released in the explosion.

Criminals flee into the wilderness after a heist. They are chased by a monster spider, which is released in the explosion.

A well-meaning husband adopts a stray pet for his wife's anniversary present, but when it turns out the dog is on the lam from the mob, it spells four-legged trouble! With a trail of murders behind...

A well-meaning husband adopts a stray pet for his wife's anniversary present, but when it turns out the dog is on the lam from the mob, it spells four-legged trouble! With a trail of murders behind it, this clever canine is now the cops' only lead to a gang of Hollywood counterfeiters. Farley Granger and a young Shelley Winters star in this hilarious tale of "puppy" love.

Abused and dominated by men in her youth, Belle Starr now out-rides, out-smokes, out-shoots, and out-gambles them as she makes her way around the Old West, usually wearing male garb. One man who's...

Abused and dominated by men in her youth, Belle Starr now out-rides, out-smokes, out-shoots, and out-gambles them as she makes her way around the Old West, usually wearing male garb. One man who's her equal is Larry Blackie with whom she has an on-again, off-again relationship which is often argumentative and sometimes violent. Together they become involved in a robbery which goes awry. Belle has to rescue Larry and though he's grateful, he now wants to go his own way. However, he expresses...

Biography depicting Betsy Ross and her life.

Biography depicting Betsy Ross and her life.

An ambitious car mechanic (Mickey Rooney) determined to follow in his father's footsteps battles his way up the circuit to become an auto racing champion. But a fatal mistake on the track threatens...

An ambitious car mechanic (Mickey Rooney) determined to follow in his father's footsteps battles his way up the circuit to become an auto racing champion. But a fatal mistake on the track threatens to change everything for the cocky young driver, who'd set his sights on the Indianapolis 500. The exciting story unfolds against a backdrop of adrenalin-fueled racing action, and co-stars Thomas Mitchell, Hattie McDaniel and Spring Byington.

A couple, having grown apart after they are unable to conceive a child of their own, decides to adopt. But things take a troubling turn when the adoption agency conducts a background check and...

A couple, having grown apart after they are unable to conceive a child of their own, decides to adopt. But things take a troubling turn when the adoption agency conducts a background check and discovers the husband leading a double life with another family in L.A. British-born Ida Lupino both acts and directs here, one of the first women in Hollywood to do so (she would go on to write, too). The impressive cast also features Academy Award winners Joan Fontaine and Edmond O'Brien, as well as...

Chicago cop Robert Malone (Fred Williamson) finds himself in The Philippines, ostensibly to learn the techniques of Interpol. Before he exits the Manila airport, his wallet is stolen by a...

Chicago cop Robert Malone (Fred Williamson) finds himself in The Philippines, ostensibly to learn the techniques of Interpol. Before he exits the Manila airport, his wallet is stolen by a pickpocket. Malone endures a testy relationship with his new colleague Kevin McCall while evidence surrounding the stolen wallet pulls both of them deeper and deeper into a web of intrigue.

A US Marshall learns of a plot to steal a huge amount of gold.

A US Marshall learns of a plot to steal a huge amount of gold.

Racy TV Station, KSEX, has wild and uncensored programming.

Racy TV Station, KSEX, has wild and uncensored programming.

When a promising young boxer (Huntz Hall) is barred from competing in the Golden Gloves championship, his buddy Mugs (Leo Gorcey) takes his place and convinces the public he intends to throw the...

When a promising young boxer (Huntz Hall) is barred from competing in the Golden Gloves championship, his buddy Mugs (Leo Gorcey) takes his place and convinces the public he intends to throw the fight. But it's all a ruse for a crooked gambler and his pals who are trying to turn the good kids bad. This is the sixth installment in the fabled East Side Kids series, featuring several former actors from The Dead End Kids gang.

A scientist's girlfriend is killed in a car crash. She is decapitated and he keeps her head alive while he hunts for a new body.

A scientist's girlfriend is killed in a car crash. She is decapitated and he keeps her head alive while he hunts for a new body.

A confusion concerning a baby on a train that is all part of a publicity stunt. However the engineer thinks it might be kidnapped; and there are more misunderstandings.

A confusion concerning a baby on a train that is all part of a publicity stunt. However the engineer thinks it might be kidnapped; and there are more misunderstandings.

A waiter at a beatnik cafe wants to fit in with the artistic patrons. When he accidentally kills his landlady's cat and covers the body in plaster to hide his mistake, it turns him into a successful...

A waiter at a beatnik cafe wants to fit in with the artistic patrons. When he accidentally kills his landlady's cat and covers the body in plaster to hide his mistake, it turns him into a successful artist and part of the cafe group. He continues making "art" this way and begins to use human forms. There are underlying messages of race, slavery, attitudes and perception.