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1.
Cover Me: Based on the True Life of an FBI Family (2000–2001)
Episode:
Just Act Normal
(2000)
Crime, Drama, Family
The series starts with Chance being six years old and Danny is taking a family picture. Danny gives Chance a gun for the picture and Chance accidentally shoots Danny. Danny is ecstatic. ... See full summary »
Director: Michael Nankin | Stars: Peter Dobson, Melora Hardin, Cameron Richardson, Antoinette Picatto
Votes: 10
2.
Hell on Wheels (2011–2016)
Episode:
Two Soldiers
(2016)
TV-14 | 50 min | Drama, Western
The premiere sees the Swede's murderous rampage on the Hatch homestead resulting in a long overdue showdown with Cullen.
Director: Michael Nankin | Stars: Anson Mount, Christopher Heyerdahl, MacKenzie Porter, Jeff Fahey
Votes: 729
3.
Defiance (2013–2015)
Episode:
My Name Is Datak Tarr and I Have Come to Kill You
(2015)
TV-14 | 44 min | Action, Drama, Sci-Fi
Defiance is under siege. Nolan, Amanda, Irisa, and the militia defend the town against a Votanis Collective incursion. Datak, recalling his father's chilling lessons, makes a pivotal decision. Stahma takes an unexpected trip.
Director: Mairzee Almas | Stars: Grant Bowler, Julie Benz, Stephanie Leonidas, Tony Curran
Votes: 446
4. Battlestar Galactica (2004–2009)
TV-14 | 45 min | Action, Adventure, Drama
When an old enemy, the Cylons, resurface and obliterate the 12 colonies, the crew of the aged Galactica protect a small civilian fleet - the last of humanity - as they journey toward the fabled 13th colony, Earth.
Stars: Edward James Olmos, Mary McDonnell, Jamie Bamber, James Callis
Votes: 175,503
5.
Roar (1997)
Episode:
The Cage
(1997)
44 min | Action, Adventure, Fantasy
Queen Diana receives word that a Roman Emissary is arriving following rumors that Longinus has usurped her throne and Connor's Federation of Tribes has grown.
Director: Michael Nankin | Stars: Heath Ledger, Lisa Zane, Sebastian Roché, Vera Farmiga
Votes: 44
6.
Battlestar Galactica (2004–2009)
Episode:
Sometimes a Great Notion
(2009)
TV-14 | 47 min | Action, Adventure, Drama
Scouting the planet reveals that there is no life except plants. The destruction occurred about 2,000 years earlier. Among the ruins, skeletons and wrecks of a different kind of Centurions ... See full summary »
Director: Michael Nankin | Stars: Edward James Olmos, Mary McDonnell, Katee Sackhoff, Jamie Bamber
Votes: 1,860
7.
The Agency (2001–2003)
Episode:
Finale
(2002)
TV-14 | Drama, Thriller
Matt and Terri lead a mission to rescue a CIA agent posing as an American diplomat whose captors demand the release of all Taliban prisoners and $20 million.
Director: Michael Nankin | Stars: Beau Bridges, Gil Bellows, Rocky Carroll, Gloria Reuben
Votes: 14
8.
Hell on Wheels (2011–2016)
Episode:
The Railroad Job
(2012)
TV-14 | 43 min | Drama, Western
Cullen's past haunts Hell on Wheels, leaving the fate of the railroad hanging in the balance.
Director: Michael Nankin | Stars: Anson Mount, Colm Meaney, Common, Dominique McElligott
Votes: 726
9.
The Good Lord Bird (2020)
Episode:
Last Words
(2020)
TV-MA | 45 min | Drama, War, Western
John Brown and his remaining army take a last stand as more federal troops descend upon Harper's Ferry. With John Brown captured, Onion, truly on his own, risks his life to say his goodbyes to Brown. Series finale.
Director: Michael Nankin | Stars: Ethan Hawke, Hubert Point-Du Jour, Beau Knapp, Nick Eversman
Votes: 351
10.
Defiance (2013–2015)
Episode:
Upon the March We Fittest Die
(2015)
TV-14 | 43 min | Action, Drama, Sci-Fi
With Omec on the loose, hunting Defiance citizens, Nolan, Amanda, Irisa, Datak, Stahma, Berlin, and Doc Yewll undertake a potential suicide mission to end the Omec threat once and for all.
Director: Michael Nankin | Stars: Grant Bowler, Julie Benz, Stephanie Leonidas, Tony Curran
Votes: 421
11.
The Exorcist (2016–2018)
Episode:
Chapter Five: Through My Most Grievous Fault
(2016)
TV-14 | 41 min | Drama, Horror, Mystery
As the exorcism begins, Tomas and Marcus engage the demon in spiritual warfare, with the pressure of the process driving a wedge between the Rance family.
Director: Jason Ensler | Stars: Alfonso Herrera, Ben Daniels, Hannah Kasulka, Brianne Howey
Votes: 1,671
12.
The Exorcist (2016–2018)
Episode:
Chapter Eight: The Griefbearers
(2016)
TV-14 | 43 min | Drama, Horror, Mystery
Tomas, Marcus and Mother Bernadette race against time to defeat the demon, and the Rance family find themselves drawn into the conflict.
Director: Louis Shaw Milito | Stars: Alfonso Herrera, Ben Daniels, Hannah Kasulka, Brianne Howey
Votes: 1,404
13.
The Exorcist (2016–2018)
Episode:
Chapter Nine: 162
(2016)
TV-14 | 44 min | Drama, Horror, Mystery
Tomas is offered a life changing opportunity, Marcus makes a shocking discovery, and a new threat to the Rance family emerges.
Director: Bill Johnson | Stars: Alfonso Herrera, Ben Daniels, Hannah Kasulka, Brianne Howey
Votes: 1,213
14. The Table (2011 Video)
Not Rated | 71 min | Documentary, Biography
For over 20 years, a group of tenacious individuals meet every Thursday to discuss their strategies on breaking into the exclusive club known as Hollywood. The group is called The Table.
Director: Ana Barredo | Stars: Robert Amico, Seth Derek Aronson, William Balch, Richard Basch
Votes: 31
15.
Life Goes On (1989–1993)
Episode:
Hello, Goodbye
(1991)
TV-PG | Drama
While the Thatchers rise from the ashes of the restaurant, Becca prepares to take wing for Paris in a student-exchange program, and Paige and Corky go hunting for jobs.
Director: Jerry Jameson | Stars: Bill Smitrovich, Patti LuPone, Chris Burke, Kellie Martin
Votes: 19
16.
Life Goes On (1989–1993)
Episode:
The Room
(1992)
TV-PG | Drama
Becca, Libby, and Paige have entered the "man zone" as they tear down a wall in the Thatcher house to reveal another room and the mementos left behind.
Director: Michael Lange | Stars: Bill Smitrovich, Patti LuPone, Chris Burke, Kellie Martin
Votes: 10
17.
Roar (1997)
Episode:
Daybreak
(1997)
44 min | Action, Adventure, Fantasy
When Conor returns to his home village to bury his father's body to in the family burial ground, he is shocked to learn that the villagers deny him permission to dig another grave.
Director: Ian Toynton | Stars: Heath Ledger, Lisa Zane, Sebastian Roché, Vera Farmiga
Votes: 36
18.
TURN: Washington's Spies (2014–2017)
Episode:
Valediction
(2016)
TV-14 | 44 min | Drama, History, War
Abe is forced to work with Rogers. Andre gives Simcoe a new mission. Peggy begins adjusting to life with Benedict Arnold.
Director: Michael Nankin | Stars: Jamie Bell, Seth Numrich, Daniel Henshall, Heather Lind
Votes: 402
19.
The Exorcist (2016–2018)
Episode:
Chapter Ten: Three Rooms
(2016)
TV-14 | 42 min | Drama, Horror, Mystery
The demon is determined to destroy the Rance family, while the enemies of the church mobilize against Pope Sebastian.
Director: Jason Ensler | Stars: Alfonso Herrera, Ben Daniels, Hannah Kasulka, Brianne Howey
Votes: 1,225
20. Hell on Wheels (2011–2016)
TV-14 | 42 min | Drama, Western
The Civil War is past, but former Confederate soldier Cullen Bohannon can't put it behind him. Fresh are the memories of the death of his wife, killed at the hands of Union soldiers, an act that sets him on a course of revenge.
Stars: Anson Mount, Colm Meaney, Robin McLeavy, Phil Burke
Votes: 55,749
21.
Life Goes On (1989–1993)
Episode:
Happy Holidays
(1992)
TV-PG | 60 min | Drama
The holidays take on a whole new meaning for Corky, who's celebrating his first Christmas as a married man and now has the wishes of a wife and in-laws to consider.
Director: Randall William Cook | Stars: Bill Smitrovich, Patti LuPone, Chris Burke, Kellie Martin
Votes: 11
22.
Life Goes On (1989–1993)
Episode:
Struck by Lightning
(1992)
TV-PG | Drama
The Thatcher home is struck by lightning which results in Corky predicting the future, Arnold the dog running away, Becca with a major static problem in her hair, Drew attracted to another woman, and Paige enchanted by the boss' son.
Director: Larry Shaw | Stars: Bill Smitrovich, Patti LuPone, Chris Burke, Kellie Martin
Votes: 11
23.
Picket Fences (1992–1996)
Episode:
The Song of Rome
(1995)
Crime, Drama, Family
After a lowlife teen shoots Father Barrett during an attempted robbery at the church, Mayor Laurie Bey's decision to continue with a planned spring pageant draws fire from Sheriff Brock and... See full summary »
Director: Michael Pressman | Stars: Tom Skerritt, Kathy Baker, Costas Mandylor, Lauren Holly
Votes: 93
24.
Roar (1997)
Episode:
Banshee
(1997)
44 min | Action, Adventure, Fantasy
The supposed cries of a wailing banshee turn out to be a beautiful girl troubled with a gift of foreseeing death. Conor must decide whether or not to protect the girl from the dangerous ... See full summary »
Director: Lou Antonio | Stars: Heath Ledger, Lisa Zane, Sebastian Roché, Vera Farmiga
Votes: 37
25.
Star Trek Phase II (2004–2016)
Episode:
World Enough and Time
(2007)
TV-PG | 50 min | Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi
During an emergency transport, Sulu returns 30 years older than when he left and with his daughter.
Director: Marc Scott Zicree | Stars: James Cawley, Jeffery Quinn, John M. Kelley, George Takei
Votes: 353
26.
Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles (2008–2009)
Episode:
Mr. Ferguson Is Ill Today
(2008)
TV-14 | 43 min | Action, Drama, Fantasy
Cromartie kidnaps Sarah and races to Mexico to find John. When Derek, Cameron and Ellison discover what has happened, they come to their defense--which leads to one final, deadly confrontation with Cromartie.
Director: Michael Nankin | Stars: Lena Headey, Thomas Dekker, Summer Glau, Brian Austin Green
Votes: 998
27.
The Protector (2011)
Episode:
Wings
(2011)
42 min | Crime, Drama
Gloria and Michelle are surprised when the murder of a young woman found floating in a downtown lake leads them into a world of kinky sex parties. Meanwhile, Gloria and Davey's lives are ... See full summary »
Director: Jeff Bleckner | Stars: Ally Walker, Tisha Campbell, Miguel Ferrer, Chris Payne Gilbert
Votes: 23
28.
The Last Ship (2014–2018)
Episode:
Dog Day
(2016)
TV-14 | 41 min | Action, Drama, Sci-Fi
Chandler's mission comes to a head as he prepares the final part of his plan. President Michener ponders the fate of his presidency.
Director: Michael Nankin | Stars: Eric Dane, Adam Baldwin, Bridget Regan, Charles Parnell
Votes: 811
29. Black Sails (2014–2017)
TV-MA | 60 min | Action, Adventure, Drama
Follows Captain Flint and his pirates twenty years prior to Robert Louis Stevenson's classic novel "Treasure Island."
Stars: Jessica Parker Kennedy, Toby Stephens, Hannah New, Zach McGowan
Votes: 113,266
30. The Mentalist (2008–2015)
TV-14 | 43 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
A famous "psychic" outs himself as a fake, and starts working as a consultant for the California Bureau of Investigation so he can find "Red John", the madman who killed his wife and daughter.
Stars: Simon Baker, Robin Tunney, Tim Kang, Owain Yeoman
Votes: 200,511
31.
Battlestar Galactica (2004–2009)
Episode:
Flight of the Phoenix
(2005)
TV-14 | 60 min | Action, Adventure, Drama
While Tyrol decides to start building a new fighter, the Cylon virus is rearing its ugly head again. Boomer says it means a large Cylon attack is imminent.
Director: Michael Nankin | Stars: Edward James Olmos, Mary McDonnell, Katee Sackhoff, Jamie Bamber
Votes: 1,909
32.
Life Goes On (1989–1993)
Episode:
Out of the Mainstream
(1991)
TV-PG | Drama
Corky is nearly swamped when he tries to help Tyler's brother Donny, who also has Down's, mainstream at Marshall High. Meanwhile, Tyler's difficulty adjusting to a repeat of his senior year causes friction between him and Becca.
Director: Kim Friedman | Stars: Bill Smitrovich, Patti LuPone, Chris Burke, Kellie Martin
Votes: 13
33.
Life Goes On (1989–1993)
Episode:
Toast
(1991)
TV-PG | Drama
The Thatchers toast the reopening their newly-renovated Glen Brook Grill, but their dreams go up in smoke when the restaurant burns down and Corky finds himself at fault.
Director: Michael Lange | Stars: Bill Smitrovich, Patti LuPone, Chris Burke, Kellie Martin
Votes: 14
34.
Picket Fences (1992–1996)
Episode:
Changing of the Guard
(1995)
Crime, Drama, Family
Sheriff Brock asks Laurie Bey to help him, Maxine, and Kenny look for Mayor Ed Lawson who's missing and wanted in connection to a murder, while Jill and the rest of the town begin the ... See full summary »
Director: Arvin Brown | Stars: Tom Skerritt, Kathy Baker, Costas Mandylor, Lauren Holly
Votes: 85
35.
Picket Fences (1992–1996)
Episode:
Heroes and Villains
(1995)
Crime, Drama, Family
The hearing impaired Dancing Bandit is arrested when she visits Zach on his birthday. Federal authorities want her trial to be set in Rome, where the jury reaches a surprising verdict.
Director: Richard Masur | Stars: Tom Skerritt, Kathy Baker, Costas Mandylor, Lauren Holly
Votes: 89
36.
Life Goes On (1989–1993)
Episode:
Halloween
(1990)
TV-PG | Drama
Halloween scares up bad times for all: Libby and Drew at a party; Corky at the school masquerade; and Becca at home alone.
Director: Kim Friedman | Stars: Bill Smitrovich, Patti LuPone, Chris Burke, Kellie Martin
Votes: 18
37.
Battlestar Galactica (2004–2009)
Episode:
Someone to Watch Over Me
(2009)
TV-14 | 44 min | Action, Adventure, Drama
Kara meets a pianist who reminds her of her father. She tries to play a melody she remembers from her childhood, and a drawing made by Hera helps her. Meanwhile, Boomer is to be tried for ... See full summary »
Director: Michael Nankin | Stars: Edward James Olmos, Mary McDonnell, Katee Sackhoff, Jamie Bamber
Votes: 1,740
38.
The Protector (2011)
Episode:
Safe
(2011)
41 min | Crime, Drama
After the murder of a peaceful, bookstore owner, Detectives Sheppard and Dulcett investigate the victim's hippie lifestyle and uncover secrets that seem to go against the simple life he ... See full summary »
Director: Jeannot Szwarc | Stars: Ally Walker, Tisha Campbell, Miguel Ferrer, Chris Payne Gilbert
Votes: 24
39. TURN: Washington's Spies (2014–2017)
TV-14 | 60 min | Drama, History, War
A Long Island farmer bands together a group of childhood friends to form an unlikely group of spies who turn the tide in America's fight for independence.
Stars: Jamie Bell, Heather Lind, Samuel Roukin, Daniel Henshall
Votes: 23,429
40. American Gothic (1995–1998)
TV-PG | 60 min | Drama, Horror, Thriller
A quiet, seemingly-quaint small town is ruled over by its charming yet evil sheriff who uses his demonic powers to remove anyone who dares to stand in his way. The only one he fears is a young boy he fathered through rape.
Stars: Gary Cole, Lucas Black, Paige Turco, Brenda Bakke
Votes: 4,860
41. Gravity (1976)
8 min | Short, Comedy
In this spoof of public-school educational films, young Mary Jane asks the question, "What is gravity?" After asking various (dysfunctional) family members without success, she then asks Dr... See full summary »
Directors: Michael Nankin, David Wechter | Stars: Michelle Stacy, David Frishberg, Mitzi McCall, Arica Reinhardt
Votes: 76
42.
Chicago Hope (1994–2000)
Episode:
The Quarantine
(1995)
TV-14 | Drama, Mystery, Thriller
Nyland informs Geiger that they may have been exposed to contagious disease. So they go into quarantine. And they have to inform everyone they may have come in contact with. And it begins ... See full summary »
Director: Thomas Schlamme | Stars: Mandy Patinkin, Adam Arkin, E.G. Marshall, Roxanne Hart
Votes: 62
43.
Life Goes On (1989–1993)
Episode:
Confessions
(1992)
TV-PG | Drama
In the aftermath of the car accident, Corky is still rendered mute while Becca grapples with guilt and grief over Tyler's death. Meanwhile, Paige bonds with Michael while they're locked in a refrigerated room.
Director: Michael Lange | Stars: Bill Smitrovich, Patti LuPone, Chris Burke, Kellie Martin
Votes: 11
44.
Life Goes On (1989–1993)
Episode:
Corky's Travels
(1991)
TV-PG | Drama
Corky gets lost and wanders around the mean streets of Chicago leaving Becca and a newly single Tyler to spend a rainy, frustrated evening driving around Chicago looking for him.
Director: Rick Rosenthal | Stars: Bill Smitrovich, Patti LuPone, Chris Burke, Kellie Martin
Votes: 18
45.
Life Goes On (1989–1993)
Episode:
The Fairy Tale
(1992)
TV-PG | Drama
Libby writes a fairy tale about Corky who later enters it in a contest. Libby then gets an offer to get it printed as a children's book, but in a rewritten form.
Director: Michael Lange | Stars: Bill Smitrovich, Patti LuPone, Chris Burke, Kellie Martin
Votes: 10
46.
Picket Fences (1992–1996)
Episode:
Final Judgement
(1995)
Crime, Drama, Family
In the aftermath of Jill's criminal trial verdict, Judge Bone is asked to run on the validity of a law prohibiting physician-assisted suicide. Meanwhile, Kenny and Carter investigate the ... See full summary »
Director: Michael Pressman | Stars: Tom Skerritt, Kathy Baker, Costas Mandylor, Lauren Holly
Votes: 54
47.
Roar (1997)
Episode:
The Chosen
(1997)
44 min | Action, Adventure, Fantasy
Conor and his allies are asked to escort a seven-year-old boy to his coronation as the Druid King. When Queen Diana learns of the boy's unusual powers, the path to the throne laden with peril.
Director: Ian Toynton | Stars: Heath Ledger, Lisa Zane, Sebastian Roché, Vera Farmiga
Votes: 36
48.
Roar (1997)
Episode:
Traps
(1997)
44 min | Action, Adventure, Fantasy
Conor is invited to meet with the Maclir clan on a remote island to discuss unifying forces against the Romans. They've been lured into a trap as the Maclirs have already allied themselves ... See full summary »
Director: Ian Toynton | Stars: Heath Ledger, Lisa Zane, Sebastian Roché, Vera Farmiga
Votes: 38
49.
Dark Winds (2022– )
Episode:
Antigonish
(2023)
TV-14 | 44 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
After facing off with a dangerous man, Chee strikes out on his own; Leaphorn and Manuelito partner with the sheriff's department, leading Leaphorn to identify a vital clue.
Director: Michael Nankin | Stars: Zahn McClarnon, Kiowa Gordon, Jessica Matten, Deanna Allison
Votes: 381
50.
Dark Winds (2022– )
Episode:
The March
(2023)
TV-14 | 45 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
Leaphorn risks his life in pursuit of a suspect; Manuelito stands up to the sheriff in a bid to rescue her boss; seeking answers on a case, Chee considers a dangerous proposition.
Director: Michael Nankin | Stars: Zahn McClarnon, Kiowa Gordon, Jessica Matten, Deanna Allison
Votes: 372