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1. Wall Street (1987)

R | 126 min | Crime, Drama

An impatient young stockbroker is willing to do anything to get to the top, including trading on illegal inside information taken through a ruthless, greedy corporate raider who takes the youth under his wing.

Director: Oliver Stone | Stars: Charlie Sheen, Michael Douglas, Tamara Tunie, Franklin Cover

Votes: 165,234 | Gross: $43.85M

2. Thirteen Days (2000)

PG-13 | 145 min | Drama, History, Thriller

In October 1962, the Kennedy administration struggles to contain the Cuban Missile Crisis.

Director: Roger Donaldson | Stars: Kevin Costner, Bruce Greenwood, Shawn Driscoll, Drake Cook

Votes: 62,725 | Gross: $34.59M

3. Ghost of Tsushima (2020 Video Game)

M | Action, Adventure, Drama

Set in 1274 on the Tsushima Island, the last samurai, Jin Sakai, must master a new fighting style, the way of the Ghost, to defeat the Mongol forces and fight for the freedom and independence of Japan.

Director: Nate Fox | Stars: Daisuke Tsuji, Eric Steinberg, Sumalee Montano, Patrick Gallagher

Votes: 15,126

4. Gigli (2003)

R | 121 min | Comedy, Crime, Romance

Larry Gigli is assigned by a crime boss to kidnap the brother of a prominent district attorney. A beautiful woman known only as Ricki is sent to stay with him to make sure he doesn't mess up the job.

Director: Martin Brest | Stars: Ben Affleck, Jennifer Lopez, Justin Bartha, Terry Camilleri

Votes: 50,726 | Gross: $6.07M

5. Starlet (I) (2012)

Not Rated | 103 min | Drama

An unlikely friendship forms between twenty-one-year-old Jane and the elderly Sadie after Jane discovers a hidden stash of money inside an object at Sadie's yard sale.

Director: Sean Baker | Stars: Dree Hemingway, Besedka Johnson, Boonee, Stella Maeve

Votes: 8,689 | Gross: $0.09M

6. Legally Blondes (2009 Video)

PG | 86 min | Comedy, Family

Moving from England to California, the youngest cousins of Elle Woods must defend themselves when their schools reigning forces turn on the girls and try to frame them for a crime.

Director: Savage Steve Holland | Stars: Milly Rosso, Becky Rosso, Christopher Cousins, Brittany Curran

Votes: 5,841

7. Our Brand Is Crisis (2015)

R | 107 min | Comedy, Drama

A battle-hardened American political consultant is sent to help re-elect a controversial president in Bolivia, where she must compete with a long-term rival working for another candidate.

Director: David Gordon Green | Stars: Sandra Bullock, Billy Bob Thornton, Anthony Mackie, Joaquim de Almeida

Votes: 23,271 | Gross: $7.00M

8. Brexit (2019 TV Movie)

TV-14 | 98 min | Biography, Drama, History

Political strategist Dominic Cummings leads a popular but controversial campaign to convince British voters to leave the European Union from 2015 up until the present day.

Director: Toby Haynes | Stars: Benedict Cumberbatch, Sarah Belcher, Malcolm Freeman, Lucy Russell

Votes: 17,753

9. The Devil Has a Name (2019)

R | 97 min | Drama, Thriller

A psychotic oil matriarch leaves the whole industry exposed when she attempts to outfight a bullish farmer whose water has been poisoned.

Director: Edward James Olmos | Stars: Kate Bosworth, Chivonne Michelle, Katie Lynn McDowell, Alfred Molina

Votes: 1,426

10. The Bag Man (I) (2014)

R | 108 min | Action, Crime, Drama

A criminal bides his time at a seedy motel, waiting for his boss after killing several men and making away with a mystery bag.

Directors: David Grovic, Occultum Luciferus | Stars: John Cusack, Rebecca Da Costa, Robert De Niro, Crispin Glover

Votes: 17,154 | Gross: $0.05M

11. The Journey: Absolution (1997)

TV-14 | 94 min | Sci-Fi

Most of Earth has been destroyed by an asteroid. A small military colony, New America, has managed to survive in the Arctic. When a soldier goes missing at the colony, authorities send Ryan Murphy to investigate.

Director: David DeCoteau | Stars: Mario Lopez, Nick Spano, Damon Sharpe, Steve Wilder

Votes: 711

12. God of War (2017)

Not Rated | 128 min | Action, Adventure, Drama

A maverick commander and a young general join forces to battle pirates who pillage small villages in 16th-century China. The violent clash of wits and weapons will ultimately decide who rules the land.

Director: Gordon Chan | Stars: Wenzhuo Zhao, Sammo Kam-Bo Hung, Regina Wan, Keisuke Koide

Votes: 2,408 | Gross: $0.05M

13. Meet the Soldier (2007 Video)

1 min | Animation, Short, Action

In this Team Fortress 2 short, we get to meet the Soldier. He is a patriotic man that emphasizes how much he loves war.

Director: Robin Walker | Stars: Rick May, Dennis Bateman, Gary Schwartz, Nathan Vetterlein

Votes: 186

14. Io c'è (2018)

100 min | Comedy

To save his B&B from failure, Massimo decides to turn it into a place of worship, creating a new religion.

Director: Alessandro Aronadio | Stars: Edoardo Leo, Margherita Buy, Giuseppe Battiston, Giulia Michelini

Votes: 1,131

15. Nancy Drew: The Deadly Device (2012 Video Game)

E10+ | Adventure, Mystery

Teen detective Nancy Drew investigates after a theoretical physicist is found electrocuted in a Colorado laboratory.

Director: Tim Burke | Stars: Lani Minella, Katherine Grant-Suttie, Marc Biagi, Sara Mountjoy-Pepka

Votes: 44

16. CSI: Crime Scene Investigation (2000–2015)
Episode: Homebodies (2003)

TV-14 | 42 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery

Fingerprints suggest a link between two home invasions, but it's hard to link either the victims or the logical suspects, who may all be innocent. The crucial survivor testimony proves the ... See full summary »

Director: Kenneth Fink | Stars: William Petersen, Marg Helgenberger, Gary Dourdan, George Eads

Votes: 820

17. CSI: Crime Scene Investigation (2000–2015)
Episode: Sex, Lies and Larvae (2000)

TV-PG | 46 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery

Sara and Grissom investigate the death of a woman, Kaye Shelton, found wrapped in a blanket in the mountains. With no way to confirm the time of death, Grissom relies on the insects found ... See full summary »

Director: Thomas J. Wright | Stars: William Petersen, Marg Helgenberger, Gary Dourdan, George Eads

Votes: 981

18. Star Trek: Enterprise (2001–2005)
Episode: Divergence (2005)

TV-PG | 43 min | Action, Adventure, Drama

While Enterprise tries to bring Trip on board to reverse the malicious Klingon modifications, Phlox and Antaak find a cure for the virus that will not please General K'Vagh.

Director: David Barrett | Stars: Scott Bakula, John Billingsley, Jolene Blalock, Dominic Keating

Votes: 1,527

19. Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman (1993–1997)
Episode: Neverending Battle (1993)

TV-PG | 47 min | Adventure, Comedy, Drama

Even as Lois tries to learn about Superman, Lex Luthor decides to test the superhero himself for his threat level.

Director: Gene Reynolds | Stars: Dean Cain, Teri Hatcher, Lane Smith, Michael Landes

Votes: 419

20. Oz (1997–2003)
Episode: A Word to the Wise (2000)

TV-MA | 56 min | Crime, Drama, Thriller

In an effort to reduce violence, white inmates are transferred out of Em City. Said and Arif talk to Querns about the negative impact of his changes, but their efforts are in vain. Mobay gets in good with Adebisi's crew...but pays a price.

Director: Keith Samples | Stars: Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje, Ernie Hudson, Terry Kinney, Rita Moreno

Votes: 1,950

21. Popular (1999–2001)
Episode: Baby, Don't Do It! (2000)

TV-14 | Comedy, Drama, Romance

Ms. Glass assigns crying baby dolls to everyone in the class to teach them about parental responsibilities. Brooke must choose between her mom and her dad. Emory's wicked tween sisters hold a party and try to outdo Nicole and Mary Cherry.

Director: Michael M. Robin | Stars: Leslie Bibb, Carly Pope, Tamara Mello, Christopher Gorham

Votes: 70

22. The Sopranos (1999–2007)
Episode: Bust-Out (2000)

TV-MA | 60 min | Crime, Drama

Tony continues putting the squeeze on David, while Richie discusses the possibility with Junior of removing some competition while 'Big Pussy' Bonpensiero continues to be an informant.

Director: John Patterson | Stars: James Gandolfini, Lorraine Bracco, Edie Falco, Dominic Chianese

Votes: 7,032

23. The Sopranos (1999–2007)
Episode: He Is Risen (2001)

TV-MA | 54 min | Crime, Drama

Tensions rise between Tony and Ralphie until circumstances demand that they resolve their differences. Meadow gets involved with Jackie's son, and ends up in trouble.

Director: Allen Coulter | Stars: James Gandolfini, Lorraine Bracco, Edie Falco, Michael Imperioli

Votes: 6,692

24. The Sopranos (1999–2007)
Episode: Rat Pack (2004)

TV-MA | 57 min | Crime, Drama

Carmine's passing opens new wounds, while cousin Tony wants to put his past behind him. Tony Soprano, meanwhile, discovers a traitor.

Director: Alan Taylor | Stars: James Gandolfini, Lorraine Bracco, Edie Falco, Michael Imperioli

Votes: 6,228

25. Star Trek: The Next Generation (1987–1994)
Episode: The Last Outpost (1987)

TV-PG | 45 min | Action, Adventure, Drama

The Enterprise makes a confrontational first contact with the piratical Ferengi race as their two ships are ensnared by a presumed dead planet ready to judge them.

Director: Richard A. Colla | Stars: Patrick Stewart, Jonathan Frakes, LeVar Burton, Denise Crosby

Votes: 4,170

26. The X-Files (1993–2018)
Episode: Fallen Angel (1993)

TV-14 | 46 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery

The future of the X-Files project is jeopardized after Mulder secretly infiltrates the government cover-up of a UFO crash.

Director: Larry Shaw | Stars: David Duchovny, Gillian Anderson, Frederick Coffin, Marshall Bell

Votes: 6,247

27. The Simpsons (1989– )
Episode: When Flanders Failed (1991)

TV-14 | 30 min | Animation, Comedy

After wishing for Flanders to lose his business, Homer discovers that his neighbor is actually about to go bankrupt and decides to help him out.

Director: Jim Reardon | Stars: Dan Castellaneta, Julie Kavner, Nancy Cartwright, Yeardley Smith

Votes: 3,982

28. Prison Break (2005–2017)
Episode: Unearthed (2006)

TV-14 | 44 min | Action, Crime, Drama

Michael tries to retrieve an item from Blanding Botanical Garden in Utah, but Mahone's people got to it first. Mahone believes that someone on his team is leaking information to the press; ... See full summary »

Director: Kevin Hooks | Stars: Dominic Purcell, Wentworth Miller, Amaury Nolasco, Marshall Allman

Votes: 3,652

29. The Alienist (2018–2020)
Episode: Angel of Darkness: Something Wicked (2020)

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

Sara uncovers a clue at the Siegel-Cooper department store that leads her into dangerous territory. Moore struggles to balance his personal and professional life as he investigates a link ... See full summary »

Director: David Caffrey | Stars: Daniel Brühl, Luke Evans, Robert Wisdom, Douglas Smith

Votes: 1,206

30. Warrior (2019–2023)
Episode: If You Wait by the River Long Enough... (2020)

TV-MA | 62 min | Action, Crime, Drama

Change is afoot for the Hop Wei after Father Jun, Ah Sahm, and Young Jun face off. Ah Toy decides that Nellie may be the answer to her problems and takes matters at a sadistic rival brothel... See full summary »

Director: Omar Madha | Stars: Andrew Koji, Olivia Cheng, Jason Tobin, Dianne Doan

Votes: 1,150

31. Riverdale (2017–2023)
Episode: Chapter Sixty-Seven: Varsity Blues (2020)

TV-14 | 42 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery

Emotions run high as Riverdale celebrates a monumental Spirit Week; Jughead considers a pivotal opportunity; Veronica pursues a new passion.

Director: Roxanne Benjamin | Stars: K.J. Apa, Lili Reinhart, Camila Mendes, Cole Sprouse

Votes: 888

32. The Styxhexenhammer666 Channel (2010– )
Episode: Yes, the Impeachment Is a Clear Attempt to Nullify the 2016 Election (2020)

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33. Breaking Bad (2008–2013)
Episode: Negro y Azul (2009)

TV-14 | 47 min | Crime, Drama, Thriller

Rumor is spreading that Jesse killed the man that ripped Skinny Pete off. Walt uses this to his advantage on expanding their territory. Meanwhile, Hank has been promoted to the El Paso office. But it's not all he hoped it would be.

Director: Félix Enríquez Alcalá | Stars: Bryan Cranston, Anna Gunn, Aaron Paul, Dean Norris

Votes: 25,375

34. Monk (2002–2009)
Episode: Mr. Monk Is Underwater (2008)

TV-PG | 43 min | Comedy, Crime, Drama

Monk is put in an uncomfortable position when Natalie asks him to help investigate the apparent suicide of her old friend's commanding officer.

Director: Paris Barclay | Stars: Tony Shalhoub, Traylor Howard, Jason Gray-Stanford, Ted Levine

Votes: 1,189

35. Entourage (2004–2011)
Episode: The All Out Fall Out (2008)

TV-MA | 28 min | Comedy, Drama

A cash-strapped Vince searches high and low for any type of paying job. Ari and Adam Davies battle it out.

Director: Mark Mylod | Stars: Kevin Connolly, Adrian Grenier, Kevin Dillon, Jerry Ferrara

Votes: 1,080

36. Chicago Fire (2012– )
Episode: Funny What Things Remind Us (2021)

TV-14 | 41 min | Action, Drama

While completing a task assigned by headquarters, Boden makes an unforeseen connection. Gallo's forced to make a surprise rescue to one of their own when the firehouse is called to the site... See full summary »

Director: Matt Earl Beesley | Stars: Jesse Spencer, Taylor Kinney, Kara Killmer, David Eigenberg

Votes: 332

37. Bones (2005–2017)
Episode: The Bond in the Boot (2009)

TV-14 | 44 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery

A diamond courier carrying a briefcase is killed. State Department requests discretion while investigating due to National Security concerns. Meanwhile, Wendell loses his scholarship, and Booth tries to relearn plumbing techniques.

Director: Alex Chapple | Stars: Emily Deschanel, David Boreanaz, Michaela Conlin, Tamara Taylor

Votes: 1,069

38. TopTenz (2010– )
Episode: 10 Fascinating Espionage Tactics (2021)

12 min | Documentary

The best spy tactics are as old as the oldest profession, which as the honey trap is one of the tactics, and are still just as effective but now have electronic versions. So if you want to ... See full summary »

Star: Simon Whistler

39. Animaniacs (2020–2023)
Episode: International Mouse of Mystery/Aliens Resurrected/Joe/The Stickening/Slappy's Return/Everyday Safety: Giant Adirondack Chair (2023)

TV-PG | 23 min | Animation, Short, Adventure

Pinky and the Brain star in a secret agent movie franchise. Yakko sings a song about why the earth is worth saving. The Warners find themselves in a sticky situation at an amusement park, then give the viewers a safety tip.

Directors: Adriel Garcia, Katie Rice, Brett Varon, Matthew Yang | Stars: Jess Harnell, Maurice LaMarche, Tress MacNeille, Rob Paulsen

Votes: 35

40. White Collar (2009–2014)
Episode: Forging Bonds (2011)

TV-PG | 43 min | Comedy, Crime, Drama

With the mastermind behind Kate's death uncovered, Peter and Neal explore their pasts to gain answers.

Director: John T. Kretchmer | Stars: Matt Bomer, Tim DeKay, Willie Garson, Marsha Thomason

Votes: 962

41. Law & Order: Criminal Intent (2001–2011)
Episode: Boots on the Ground (2011)

TV-14 | 44 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery

After a hacker is killed, Goren and Eames uncover a rivalry between two defense contractors specializing in cyber warfare, and a group of revolutionaries trying to take both of them down.

Director: Jean de Segonzac | Stars: Kathryn Erbe, Vincent D'Onofrio, Jay O. Sanders, Julia Ormond

Votes: 276

42. The Finder (2012)
Episode: Swing and a Miss (2012)

TV-14 | 44 min | Comedy, Crime, Drama

Baseball star pitcher Frank Haywood hires Walter to retrieve his stolen sports bag. Walter, who only accepted as a favor to Deputy U.S. Marshal Isabel Zambada, senses the crucial item isn't... See full summary »

Director: Kevin Hooks | Stars: Geoff Stults, Maddie Hasson, Mercedes Mason, Michael Clarke Duncan

Votes: 264

43. Joe Scott (2006– )
Episode: 6 Historical Figures that may not have Existed: Answers with Joe (2021)

18 min | Documentary, Short

Joe summarizes what is know about several prominent historical figures. It isn't much. Which raises the question; did they really exist?

Stars: Jason Hensel, Joe Scott

44. Bullet in the Face (2012)
Episode: Cradle to Grave (2012)

TV-MA | 23 min | Action, Comedy, Crime

As the mob war between Tannhauser and Racken rages towards an apocalyptic conclusion, Gunter fights through the maze of past rivalries.

Director: Erik Canuel | Stars: Max E. Williams, Neil Napier, Jessica Steen, Kate Kelton

Votes: 25

45. Person of Interest (2011–2016)
Episode: Wolf and Cub (2012)

TV-14 | 44 min | Action, Crime, Drama

The Machine identifies Darren, a teenager whose brother was just murdered, as the next POI. Meanwhile, Finch is growing concerned that the son of his former business partner is dangerously close to finding out about The Machine.

Director: Chris Fisher | Stars: Jim Caviezel, Taraji P. Henson, Kevin Chapman, Michael Emerson

Votes: 3,292

46. Last Man Standing (2011–2021)
Episode: Tree of Strife (2012)

TV-PG | 22 min | Comedy

When the overzealous Mandy gets the chance to meet her idol, Kim Kardashian, things don't go exactly as planned, but the outcome is better than she could have ever imagined. Meanwhile, Mike... See full summary »

Director: John Pasquin | Stars: Tim Allen, Nancy Travis, Alexandra Krosney, Molly Ephraim

Votes: 402

47. How I Met Your Mother (2005–2014)
Episode: The Burning Beekeeper (2012)

TV-PG | 20 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance

Lily and Marshall throw a housewarming party where Ted nearly comes to blows with Marshall's boss; Barney hits on a crazy divorcee.

Director: Pamela Fryman | Stars: Josh Radnor, Jason Segel, Cobie Smulders, Neil Patrick Harris

Votes: 3,756

48. Black Dynamite (2011–2015)
Episode: Panic on the Player's Ball Express or That's Influenza Sucka! (2012)

TV-14 | 23 min | Animation, Action, Adventure

Every year the Player's Ball-the annual international gala gathering of Pimps-tries to top the previous years' festivities. This year, it's a costume party on a luxurious cross-country train.

Directors: Carl Jones, Justin Ridge, Lesean Thomas | Stars: Michael Jai White, Byron Minns, Kym Whitley, Tommy Davidson

Votes: 72

49. Happy Endings (2011–2020)
Episode: The Straight Dope (2013)

TV-14 | 21 min | Comedy, Romance

In order to get good basketball tickets, Max avoids telling a woman who's interested in him that he's gay. Alex's efforts to be smarter pose a threat to Dave and Jane.

Director: Steven Sprung | Stars: Eliza Coupe, Elisha Cuthbert, Zachary Knighton, Adam Pally

Votes: 201

50. NCIS: Los Angeles (2009–2023)
Episode: History (2013)

TV-14 | 43 min | Action, Crime, Drama

Dean, a fugitive terrorist who disappeared in 1973, stumbles in from a woods, collapses, and dies of a stab wound; G and company investigate; the team find the pieces and fit them together; they find also explosives and one more bad guy.

Director: James Whitmore Jr. | Stars: Chris O'Donnell, Daniela Ruah, Eric Christian Olsen, Barrett Foa

Votes: 310