Sort by Popularity - Most Popular Movies and TV Shows With Rob Thompson

1. Monk (2002–2009)

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

The series follows Adrian Monk, a brilliant former San Francisco detective, who now consults the police as a private consultant whilst battling with an obsessive-compulsive disorder.

Stars: Tony Shalhoub, Jason Gray-Stanford, Ted Levine, Traylor Howard

Votes: 88,174

2. Northern Exposure (1990–1995)

TV-PG | 60 min | Comedy, Drama

A city doctor is forced to work in the remote Alaskan town of Cicely, where he encounters peculiar locals, including a former astronaut, as he adjusts to small-town life.

Stars: Rob Morrow, Janine Turner, Barry Corbin, John Cullum

Votes: 21,643

3. The Wonder Years (1988–1993)

TV-PG | 22 min | Comedy, Drama, Family

Kevin Arnold recalls growing up during the late 60s and early 70s; the turbulent social times make the transition from child to adult unusually interesting.

Stars: Fred Savage, Dan Lauria, Alley Mills, Jason Hervey

Votes: 40,748

4. L.A. Law (1986–1994)

TV-PG | 46 min | Drama

The lives and work of the staff of a major Los Angeles law firm.

Stars: Corbin Bernsen, Jill Eikenberry, Alan Rachins, Michael Tucker

Votes: 6,456

5. Doogie Howser, M.D. (1989–1993)

TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy, Drama, Family

A teenage genius deals with the usual problems of growing up, on top of being a licensed physician in a difficult residency program.

Stars: Neil Patrick Harris, Max Casella, Belinda Montgomery, Lawrence Pressman

Votes: 9,745

6. Cold Feet (1997–2020)

TV-PG | 45 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance

The show follows the lives of 30-something couples Adam and Rachel, Pete and Jenny, and David and Karen as they navigate love and life in Manchester.

Stars: James Nesbitt, Robert Bathurst, John Thomson, Hermione Norris

Votes: 4,807

7. Ed (2000–2004)

60 min | Comedy, Drama

A separated, fired NYC lawyer returns to his hometown in Ohio, meets old high school friends and cute crush, buys a bowling alley and opens a law office in it.

Stars: Tom Cavanagh, Julie Bowen, Josh Randall, Jana Marie Hupp

Votes: 7,490

8. Dream On (1990–1996)

TV-MA | 30 min | Comedy

Martin Tupper is a book editor in Manhattan, recently divorced from Judith, a psychologist. Martin's life is filled with fantasies and sexual thoughts, many times coming in the form of black-and-white shots from old TV shows and movies.

Stars: Brian Benben, Denny Dillon, Wendie Malick, Chris Demetral

Votes: 3,813

9. Mr. & Mrs. Smith (1996)

60 min | Action, Adventure, Crime

Two spies are recruited by an intelligence agency. They pose as a married couple Mr. and Mrs. Smith when they are on their missions.

Stars: Scott Bakula, Maria Bello, Roy Dotrice, Aida Turturro

Votes: 775

10. Wildfire (2005–2008)

TV-PG | 60 min | Drama, Family, Mystery

After serving time in a juvenile detention center for stealing a car, Kristine secures a job as a stable hand at Raintree Farms. As she works her way up to jockey, she finds romance and competition from Raintree's rivals, the Davis Farm.

Stars: Genevieve Padalecki, Nicole Tubiola, Nana Visitor, Greg Serano

Votes: 3,719

11. That's Life (2000–2002)

TV-14 | 60 min | Drama, Comedy

Lydia DeLucca is a New Jersey waitress who wants more from her life than just marriage and kids. So she breaks off her engagement and heads off to college. This doesn't make her ex-boyfriend happy and her family isn't too supportive.

Stars: Heather Dubrow, Ellen Burstyn, Kevin Dillon, Paul Sorvino

Votes: 513

12. Hearts of the West (1975)

PG | 102 min | Comedy, Western

During the 1930s, Lewis Tate aspires to be the next great American Western writer. When he travels to California, he's recruited by Bert Kessler, a Hollywood unit manager, to star in a series of low-rent Westerns.

Director: Howard Zieff | Stars: Jeff Bridges, Andy Griffith, Donald Pleasence, Blythe Danner

Votes: 1,752

13. Ratboy (1986)

PG-13 | 104 min | Comedy, Crime, Drama

Several shady and shallow people try to profit, one after the other, from a physically deformed teenager whose face looks like a snout of a rodent and who lives hidden in a city garbage dump, alone and miserable.

Director: Sondra Locke | Stars: Sondra Locke, Robert Townsend, Christopher Hewett, Larry Hankin

Votes: 776

14. The Chris Isaak Show (2001–2004)

TV-MA | 45 min | Comedy, Music

Chris plays himself as a low-key, nebbishy rock star fumbling sincerely with mundane neighborhood and bizarre rock-god situations with the help, but more often, hindrance of his band-manager/ex-girlfriend.

Stars: Chris Isaak, Kristin Dattilo, Kenney Dale Johnson, Rowland Salley

Votes: 790

15. Prey (1998)

TV-14 | 60 min | Mystery, Sci-Fi, Thriller

Bio-anthropologist, Dr. Sloan Parker, her colleague, Dr. Ed Tate, their associate Tom Daniels, and their friends, discover and investigate a secret new dominant humanoid species which is looking for a way to replace humans.

Stars: Adam Storke, Frankie Faison, Larry Drake, Debra Messing

Votes: 593

16. The Book of Daniel (2006)

60 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance

Reverend Daniel Webster turns to a modern incarnation of Jesus to help him deal with his personal and professional problems.

Stars: Aidan Quinn, Susanna Thompson, Christian Campbell, Ivan Shaw

Votes: 907

17. New York News (1995)

60 min | Drama

The story of a New York City newspaper headed by Louise Felcott (Mary Tyler Moore) and her team of reporters as they work on stories and deal with their private lives.

Stars: Mary Tyler Moore, Gregory Harrison, Melina Kanakaredes, Kelli Williams

Votes: 54

18. Tad (1995 TV Movie)

Not Rated | 120 min | Drama, History

The story of Abraham Lincoln's presidency told from the perspective of his son, Tad.

Director: Rob Thompson | Stars: Kris Kristofferson, Jane Curtin, Bug Hall, Jean Louisa Kelly

Votes: 210

19. Easy Money (2008–2009)

Comedy, Drama

Dramedy about a family that runs a high-interest loan business.

Stars: Laurie Metcalf, Jeff Hephner, Jay R. Ferguson, Katie Lowes

Votes: 239

20. Cold Feet (1999– )

60 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance

Three young couples in Seattle are at different life and relationship stages.

Stars: David Sutcliffe, Jean Louisa Kelly, Dina Spybey-Waters, Billy Keane

Votes: 68

21. Tales from the Hollywood Hills: Pat Hobby Teamed with Genius (1987 TV Movie)

Drama

Hollywood hack Pat Hobby lands a job adapting a play by the brilliant Rene Wilcox for the screen. Wilcox refuses to work with him and Hobby believes he has written the script on his own. He... See full summary »

Director: Rob Thompson | Stars: Christopher Lloyd, Colin Firth, John Finnegan, Joseph Campanella

Votes: 180

22. Mystery Dance (1994–1995)

Drama, Mystery

A bored housewife-turned-amateur sleuth drags her college professor husband into an investigation of what she believes to be a murder.

Stars: Jeffrey Dean Morgan, William H. Macy, Jane Curtin, Gates McFadden

Votes: 6

23. The 44th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards (1992 TV Special)

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Director: Walter C. Miller | Stars: Jason Alexander, Tim Allen, Kirstie Alley, Loni Anderson

Votes: 27

24. The Book of Daniel (2006)
Episode: Forgiveness (2006)

60 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance

Vicar Daniel Webster finds his sister in law hosts thief Jesse Gilmore, the late Charlie's secretary and her lesbian lover. Even his own father, bishop Bertram, doubts his judgment. The ... See full summary »

Director: Rob Thompson | Stars: Aidan Quinn, Susanna Thompson, Christian Campbell, Ivan Shaw

Votes: 32

25. The Chris Isaak Show (2001–2004)
Episode: Freud's Dilemma (2001)

TV-MA | Comedy, Music

Chris makes a music video with a "hot" young director and an over-the-top female co-star.

Director: Rob Thompson | Stars: Chris Isaak, Kristin Dattilo, Kenney Dale Johnson, Rowland Salley

Votes: 11

26. The Chris Isaak Show (2001–2004)
Episode: The Real Me (2001)

TV-MA | Comedy, Music

Much to his dismay, Chris' cousin starts a "Chris Isaak" tribute band. Anson begins hanging out with his counterpart in the tribute band. Cody steals another agent's client. Stevie Nicks appears as herself.

Director: Rob Thompson | Stars: Chris Isaak, Kristin Dattilo, Kenney Dale Johnson, Rowland Salley

Votes: 6

27. Cold Feet (1999– )
Episode: How Much Is That Sex Act in the Window (1999)

Comedy, Drama, Romance

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Director: Rob Thompson | Stars: David Sutcliffe, Jean Louisa Kelly, Dina Spybey-Waters, Billy Keane

28. Doogie Howser, M.D. (1989–1993)
Episode: Air Doogie (1991)

TV-PG | Comedy, Drama, Family

Doogie, realizing that he has no athletic skills, fakes an injury so he doesn't have to play in an exhibition basketball game against a rival hospital. Raymond tries overly hard to impress ... See full summary »

Director: Rob Thompson | Stars: Neil Patrick Harris, Max Casella, Belinda Montgomery, Lawrence Pressman

Votes: 46

29. Doogie Howser, M.D. (1989–1993)
Episode: Attack of the Green-Eyed Monster (1990)

TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy, Drama, Family

Wanda gets upset after Doogie runs into an attractive former patient at the movie theater and he does nothing to resist her flirting. Doogie's parents stop talking to each other over the same issue.

Director: Rob Thompson | Stars: Neil Patrick Harris, Max Casella, Belinda Montgomery, Lawrence Pressman

Votes: 57

30. Doogie Howser, M.D. (1989–1993)
Episode: The Grass Ain't Always Greener (1990)

TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy, Drama, Family

Fresh off his breakup with Wanda, Doogie scores a date with a Lakers cheerleader. He soon realizes that she is too grown up for him.

Director: Rob Thompson | Stars: Neil Patrick Harris, Max Casella, Belinda Montgomery, Lawrence Pressman

Votes: 57

31. Doogie Howser, M.D. (1989–1993)
Episode: The Short Goodbye (1989)

TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy, Drama, Family

After arguing with his dad about his finances, Doogie decides to go out on his own and rent an apartment. After hearing that a celebrity is staying at the hospital, Vinnie impersonates Doogie to meet her.

Director: Rob Thompson | Stars: Neil Patrick Harris, Max Casella, Belinda Montgomery, Lawrence Pressman

Votes: 72

32. Doogie Howser, M.D. (1989–1993)
Episode: Tonight's the Night (1989)

TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy, Drama, Family

Doogie and Wanda, feeling pressured to have sex, make plans to sleep together when Doogie's parents go away for the weekend. At the hospital, Doogie treats a 17-year old girl who gives birth and then abandons the baby on his doorstep.

Director: Rob Thompson | Stars: Neil Patrick Harris, Max Casella, Belinda Montgomery, Lawrence Pressman

Votes: 58

33. Doogie Howser, M.D. (1989–1993)
Episode: Whose Mid-Life Crisis Is It Anyway? (1990)

TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy, Drama, Family

When Doogie's dad begins to feel old and unimportant, he decides to quit his medical practice. Doogie and his mom then decide to gather many of the patients he has helped over the years in hopes of changing his mind.

Director: Rob Thompson | Stars: Neil Patrick Harris, Max Casella, Belinda Montgomery, Lawrence Pressman

Votes: 50

34. Dream On (1990–1996)
Episode: The Name of the Game Is Five-Card Stud (1991)

Not Rated | Comedy

The office gang invites Gibby to their "friendly" poker party.

Director: Rob Thompson | Stars: Brian Benben, Chris Demetral, Denny Dillon, Wendie Malick

Votes: 47

35. Ed (2000–2004)
Episode: A Job Well Done (2001)

Comedy, Drama

Ed's client Ron Leveritt is being sued by an employee because of the outfits he asks them to wear. Molly is against him taking the case. Mike wants his wife to have another baby. Carol wants her students to read The Great Gatsby.

Director: Rob Thompson | Stars: Tom Cavanagh, Julie Bowen, Jana Marie Hupp, Josh Randall

Votes: 116

36. Ed (2000–2004)
Episode: Memory Lane (2002)

Comedy, Drama

Ed makes a drastic move to derail Dennis and Carol's relationship when they are planning on moving in together. Warren wants to ask Diane out but now has competition from Mark. Dennis makes a point concerning a student election.

Director: Rob Thompson | Stars: Tom Cavanagh, Julie Bowen, Jana Marie Hupp, Josh Randall

Votes: 120

37. L.A. Law (1986–1994)
Episode: Placenta Claus Is Coming to Town (1989)

TV-PG | 48 min | Drama

Kuzak goes the final mile as tries to lighten the sentence on Earl Williams, who is facing the death penalty after being convicted of murder. Meanwhile, Markowitz loses his cool when Kelsey... See full summary »

Director: Rob Thompson | Stars: Harry Hamlin, Susan Dey, Corbin Bernsen, Jill Eikenberry

Votes: 34

38. L.A. Law (1986–1994)
Episode: The Unsterile Cuckoo (1989)

TV-PG | 48 min | Drama

Victor represents a furrier against an animal rights group suing him for the death of many animals. Meanwhile, Leo Hackett insists on sterilization for Alice after learning that she and ... See full summary »

Director: Rob Thompson | Stars: Harry Hamlin, Susan Dey, Corbin Bernsen, Jill Eikenberry

Votes: 38

39. L.A. Law (1986–1994)
Episode: Urine Trouble Now (1989)

TV-PG | 48 min | Drama

Victor represents the owner of a maligned Mexican brewery suing their American competitor who allegedly spread rumors of urine in their product. Meanwhile, Kuzak represents The Sensations, ... See full summary »

Director: Rob Thompson | Stars: Harry Hamlin, Susan Dey, Corbin Bernsen, Jill Eikenberry

Votes: 40

40. Monk (2002–2009)
Episode: Mr. Monk Goes to the Asylum (2002)

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

Monk is committed to an asylum, where he becomes convinced the chief psychiatrist committed a murder several years prior.

Director: Nick Marck | Stars: Tony Shalhoub, Bitty Schram, Jason Gray-Stanford, Ted Levine

Votes: 1,603

41. Monk (2002–2009)
Episode: Mr. Monk Goes to the Carnival (2002)

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

A police officer and friend of Stottlemeyer is framed for a crime he didn't commit involving a ferris wheel. Meanwhile Monk tries to convince Stottlemeyer to get him reinstated.

Director: Randy Zisk | Stars: Tony Shalhoub, Bitty Schram, Jason Gray-Stanford, Ted Levine

Votes: 1,549

42. Monk (2002–2009)
Episode: Mr. Monk Meets Dale the Whale (2002)

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

A judge is murdered while placing a 911 call, but before she dies she names her attacker - notorious criminal Dale Biederbeck. The problem is, "Dale the Whale" is over 800 pounds and hasn't left his bed in years.

Director: Rob Thompson | Stars: Tony Shalhoub, Bitty Schram, Jason Gray-Stanford, Ted Levine

Votes: 1,671

43. Monk (2002–2009)
Episode: Mr. Monk Takes a Vacation (2002)

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

While on vacation at a resort, Benjy claims he witnessed a murder. Monk believes him, but with no body and the cleanest crime scene Monk has ever seen, it's going to be hard to convince everybody else.

Director: Kevin Inch | Stars: Tony Shalhoub, Bitty Schram, Jason Gray-Stanford, Ted Levine

Votes: 1,575

44. Monk (2002–2009)
Episode: Mr. Monk and the Airplane (2002)

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

Monk's first flight proves to be harder than he anticipated when he begins to suspect that a fellow passenger murdered his wife.

Director: Rob Thompson | Stars: Tony Shalhoub, Bitty Schram, Jason Gray-Stanford, Ted Levine

Votes: 1,620

45. Monk (2002–2009)
Episode: Mr. Monk and the Billionaire Mugger (2002)

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

When billionaire software magnate Sidney Teal is shot dead by ex-cop Archie Modine after allegedly turning mugger and another policeman mysteriously flees the scene, Stottlemeyer calls in ... See full summary »

Director: Stephen Cragg | Stars: Tony Shalhoub, Bitty Schram, Jason Gray-Stanford, Ted Levine

Votes: 1,543

46. Monk (2002–2009)
Episode: Mr. Monk and the Earthquake (2002)

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

Renowned philanthropist Henry Rutherford is killed when a moderate earthquake rocks the city and sends a display case falling on top of him. But when Monk examines the scene, he finds clues that suggest foul play.

Director: Adam Shankman | Stars: Tony Shalhoub, Bitty Schram, Jason Gray-Stanford, Ted Levine

Votes: 1,501

47. Monk (2002–2009)
Episode: Mr. Monk and the Marathon Man (2002)

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

A woman is murdered during the San Francisco marathon and Monk suspects her married lover. But he was running the race, and his tracking chip says he never left.

Director: Adam Davidson | Stars: Tony Shalhoub, Bitty Schram, Jason Gray-Stanford, Ted Levine

Votes: 1,498

48. Monk (2002–2009)
Episode: Mr. Monk and the Other Woman (2002)

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

A very tidy woman who resembles Trudy turns Monk's head while he's investigating a triple homicide. The only problem is, she's the prime suspect.

Director: Adam Arkin | Stars: Tony Shalhoub, Bitty Schram, Jason Gray-Stanford, Ted Levine

Votes: 1,548

49. Monk (2002–2009)
Episode: Mr. Monk and the Psychic (2002)

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

When a woman drives off the road to her death, her body is mysteriously found three mornings later by a psychic known for fudging the truth. Monk must discover if she's telling the truth this time, or else let a murderer go free.

Director: Kevin Inch | Stars: Tony Shalhoub, Bitty Schram, Jason Gray-Stanford, Ted Levine

Votes: 1,690

50. Monk (2002–2009)
Episode: Mr. Monk and the Red-Headed Stranger (2002)

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

When Monk's favorite singer, Willie Nelson, is suspected of murdering his tour manager, Monk steps in to clear his name.

Director: Milan Cheylov | Stars: Tony Shalhoub, Bitty Schram, Jason Gray-Stanford, Ted Levine

Votes: 1,503