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by enriquemadera | created - 30 Jul 2019 | updated - 11 months ago | PublicSet in or shot in the city of brotherly love or greater Delaware valley.
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1. Crumb (1994)
R | 119 min | Documentary, Biography, Comedy
An intimate portrait of controversial cartoonist Robert Crumb and his traumatized family.
Director: Terry Zwigoff | Stars: Robert Crumb, Aline Kominsky-Crumb, Charles Crumb, Maxon Crumb
Votes: 21,585 | Gross: $3.17M
2. Gene London Show (1959–1977)
60 min | Family
Gene London hosted a local children's program every Saturday morning in Philadephia Pa.
Stars: Roberto Lombardi, Gene London, Ed Spinelli
Votes: 49
3. 1776 (1972)
G | 141 min | Drama, Family, History
A musical retelling of the American Revolution's political struggle in the Continental Congress to declare independence.
Director: Peter H. Hunt | Stars: William Daniels, Howard Da Silva, Ken Howard, Donald Madden
Votes: 10,303 | Gross: $6.10M
4. Chief Halftown (1951–1999)
30 min | Family
Chief Halftown hired one of his close and personal friends, Horace Hoffman, to make his Indian headdress and wardrobe. Horace was from Reading, Pa. They had become friends after having The ... See full summary »
Stars: Blaze Kelly Coyle, Larry Ferrari, Chief Traynor Ora Halftown, Michelle Krupa
Votes: 18
5. 12 Monkeys (1995)
R | 129 min | Mystery, Sci-Fi, Thriller
In a future world devastated by disease, a convict is sent back in time to gather information about the man-made virus that wiped out most of the human population on the planet.
Director: Terry Gilliam | Stars: Bruce Willis, Madeleine Stowe, Brad Pitt, Joseph Melito
Votes: 646,450 | Gross: $57.14M
6. A Tribute to Dr. Shock (1980 TV Movie)
58 min | Documentary, Fantasy, Horror
"A Tribute to Dr. Shock" was a television special to honour Joe Zawislak and his horror host character "Dr. Shock".
Stars: Frank Talent, Bob Castor, John Crisanico, Tom Chinicci
Votes: 8
7. Marnie (1964)
PG | 130 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
Mark marries Marnie although she is a habitual thief and has serious psychological problems, and tries to help her confront and resolve them.
Director: Alfred Hitchcock | Stars: Tippi Hedren, Sean Connery, Martin Gabel, Louise Latham
Votes: 53,820 | Gross: $7.00M
8. The Mike Douglas Show (1961–1982)
Comedy, Music, Talk-Show
Mike Douglas, aided by a different celebrity co-host every week, interviews a variety of figures from the world of entertainment.
Stars: Mike Douglas, Ellie Frankel, Ellie Frankel Sextet, Stan Kann
Votes: 579
9. Witness (1985)
R | 112 min | Drama, Romance, Thriller
While protecting an Amish boy - who is the sole witness to a brutal murder - and his mother, a detective is forced to seek refuge within their community when his own life is threatened.
Director: Peter Weir | Stars: Harrison Ford, Kelly McGillis, Lukas Haas, Josef Sommer
Votes: 104,585 | Gross: $68.71M
10. American Bandstand (1952–1989)
TV-G | 90 min | Music, Talk-Show
Dick Clark hosts a daily to weekly dance show that features the latest hit music for the attending teens to dance to. In addition, the show has performances by popular musicians and audience members rate songs.
Stars: Dick Clark, Charlie O'Donnell, Peaches Johnson, Stan Rodarte
Votes: 396
11. The Philadelphia Story (1940)
Not Rated | 112 min | Comedy, Romance
When a rich woman's ex-husband and a tabloid-type reporter turn up just before her planned remarriage, she begins to learn the truth about herself.
Director: George Cukor | Stars: Cary Grant, Katharine Hepburn, James Stewart, Ruth Hussey
Votes: 73,816
12. WPVI Action News (1970– )
60 min | News
Stars: Gail Kasper, Nydia Han, Danièle Watts, Amy Powell
Votes: 25
13. High School (1968)
Not Rated | 75 min | Documentary
Documentary filmmaker Frederick Wiseman takes us inside Northeast High School as a fly on the wall to observe the teachers and how they interact with the students.
Director: Frederick Wiseman
Votes: 2,236
14. KYW Eyewitness News (1965– )
30 min | News
Local Philadelphia news broadcast.
Stars: Ji-Young Min, Larry Kane, Jessica Savitch, Tom Snyder
15. Let the Fire Burn (2013)
Not Rated | 88 min | Documentary
A history of the conflict of the City of Philadelphia and the Black Liberation organization, MOVE, that led to the disastrously violent final confrontation in 1985.
Director: Jason Osder | Stars: Birdie Africa, Ramona Africa, Wilson Goode, William Brown III
Votes: 1,454 | Gross: $0.06M
16. Al Alberts Showcase (1962–1994)
Family
Al Alberts showcase was a local variety show, which, also, featured young performers, called "the teeny boppers." One of the most notable was a very young Joey Lawrence.
Stars: Blaze Kelly Coyle, Selina J. Taylor
17. David and Lisa (1962)
Not Rated | 95 min | Drama
Teenager David Clemens develops a hysterical fear that he will die if he comes into physical contact with another person. Perturbed, David's overbearing mother places him in a home for mentally disturbed young people.
Director: Frank Perry | Stars: Keir Dullea, Janet Margolin, Howard Da Silva, Neva Patterson
Votes: 3,349 | Gross: $5.01M
18. It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia (2005– )
TV-MA | 22 min | Comedy
Five friends with big egos and small brains are the proprietors of an Irish pub in Philadelphia.
Stars: Charlie Day, Glenn Howerton, Rob McElhenney, Kaitlin Olson
Votes: 251,654
19. The Last Detail (1973)
R | 104 min | Comedy, Drama
Two Navy men are ordered to bring a young offender to prison, but decide to show him one last good time along the way.
Director: Hal Ashby | Stars: Jack Nicholson, Randy Quaid, Otis Young, Clifton James
Votes: 27,931 | Gross: $3.19M
20. Thirtysomething (1987–1991)
TV-14 | 60 min | Drama, Romance
Seven tricenarians living in Philadelphia struggle with everyday adult angst.
Stars: Timothy Busfield, Polly Draper, Mel Harris, Peter Horton
Votes: 3,042
21. Atlantic City (1980)
R | 104 min | Crime, Drama, Romance
In a corrupt city, a small-time gangster and the estranged wife of a pot dealer find themselves thrown together in an escapade of love, money, drugs and danger.
Director: Louis Malle | Stars: Burt Lancaster, Susan Sarandon, Kate Reid, Michel Piccoli
Votes: 18,283
22. Fat Albert and the Cosby Kids (1972–1985)
TV-Y7 | 30 min | Animation, Comedy, Family
The educational adventures of a group of Afro-American inner city kids.
Stars: Bill Cosby, Gerald Edwards, Lou Scheimer, Erika Scheimer
Votes: 2,616
23. The King of Marvin Gardens (1972)
R | 103 min | Drama
A daydreamer convinces his radio personality brother to help fund one of his get-rich-quick schemes.
Director: Bob Rafelson | Stars: Jack Nicholson, Bruce Dern, Ellen Burstyn, Julia Anne Robinson
Votes: 6,071
24.
Unsung (2008– )
Episode:
Tammi Terrell
(2010)
TV-PG | Documentary, Biography, Music
Stars: Nick Ashford, Jerry Blavat, Gene Chandler, Ernest Garrett
Votes: 27
25. Trading Places (1983)
R | 116 min | Comedy
A snobbish investor and a wily street con artist find their positions reversed as part of a bet by two callous millionaires.
Director: John Landis | Stars: Eddie Murphy, Dan Aykroyd, Ralph Bellamy, Don Ameche
Votes: 165,699 | Gross: $90.40M
26.
Unsung (2008– )
Episode:
The Delfonics
(2013)
TV-PG | Documentary, Biography, Music
Stars: Thom Bell, Jerry Blavat, Tony Brown, Kenny Gamble
Votes: 11
27. Philadelphia (1993)
PG-13 | 125 min | Drama
When a man with HIV is fired by his law firm because of his condition, he hires a homophobic small time lawyer as the only willing advocate for a wrongful dismissal suit.
Director: Jonathan Demme | Stars: Tom Hanks, Denzel Washington, Roberta Maxwell, Buzz Kilman
Votes: 257,949 | Gross: $77.32M
28.
Unsung (2008– )
Episode:
The Spinners
(2011)
TV-PG | Documentary, Biography, Music
Stars: Muhammad Ali, Lee Bailey, Thom Bell, Scot Brown
Votes: 16
29. Blow Out (1981)
R | 108 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
A movie sound recordist accidentally records the evidence that proves that a car accident was actually murder and consequently finds himself in danger.
Director: Brian De Palma | Stars: John Travolta, Nancy Allen, John Lithgow, Dennis Franz
Votes: 63,196 | Gross: $13.75M
30. Cold Case (2003–2010)
TV-14 | 44 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
The Philadelphia homicide squad's lone female detective finds her calling when she's assigned "cold cases," older crimes that have never been solved.
Stars: Kathryn Morris, Danny Pino, John Finn, Jeremy Ratchford
Votes: 31,448
31. Birdy (1984)
R | 120 min | Drama, War
After two friends return home from the Vietnam War one becomes mentally unstable and obsesses with becoming a bird.
Director: Alan Parker | Stars: Matthew Modine, Nicolas Cage, John Harkins, Sandy Baron
Votes: 24,902 | Gross: $1.46M
32. Mannequin (1987)
PG | 90 min | Comedy, Fantasy, Romance
A young artist, searching for his vocation, makes a mannequin so perfect he falls in love with it. Finding the mannequin in a store window, he gets a job there and his creation comes to life.
Director: Michael Gottlieb | Stars: Andrew McCarthy, Kim Cattrall, Estelle Getty, James Spader
Votes: 35,650 | Gross: $42.72M
33. Broad Street Bullies (2010 TV Movie)
58 min | Documentary, Sport
From 1974-1976 the Philadelphia Flyers were known as the Broad Street Bullies. This movie takes a trip down memory lane going into detail of this unorthodox, but dominant team.
Director: George Roy | Stars: Ed Snider, Mark Mulvoy, Lou Scheinfeld, Bernie Parent
Votes: 229
34. Invincible (2006)
PG | 105 min | Biography, Drama, Sport
Based on the story of Vince Papale, a 30-year-old bartender from South Philadelphia who overcame long odds to play for the NFL's Philadelphia Eagles in 1976.
Director: Ericson Core | Stars: Mark Wahlberg, Greg Kinnear, Elizabeth Banks, Kevin Conway
Votes: 75,302 | Gross: $57.81M
35. Silver Linings Playbook (2012)
R | 122 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance
After a stint in a mental institution, former teacher Pat Solitano moves back in with his parents and tries to reconcile with his ex-wife. Things get more challenging when Pat meets Tiffany, a mysterious girl with problems of her own.
Director: David O. Russell | Stars: Bradley Cooper, Jennifer Lawrence, Robert De Niro, Jacki Weaver
Votes: 742,469 | Gross: $132.09M
36. American Dreams (2002–2005)
TV-PG | 60 min | Drama, Family, History
In the 1960s, a family experiences life and the struggles of the era, accompanied by the well-known pop songs of the period.
Stars: Gail O'Grady, Tom Verica, Brittany Snow, Jonathan Adams
Votes: 3,252
37. Kitty Foyle (1940)
Passed | 108 min | Drama, Romance
A hard-working white-collar girl from a middle-class family meets and falls in love with a young socialite, but she soon clashes with his family.
Director: Sam Wood | Stars: Ginger Rogers, Dennis Morgan, James Craig, Eduardo Ciannelli
Votes: 4,053
38. Mikey and Nicky (1976)
R | 106 min | Crime, Drama
Nicky is on the run from the mob, and he turns to old pal Mikey for help.
Director: Elaine May | Stars: Rose Arrick, Carol Grace, William Hickey, Sanford Meisner
Votes: 7,152
39. The Woodsman (2004)
R | 87 min | Drama
A child molester returns to his hometown after 12 years in prison and attempts to start a new life.
Director: Nicole Kassell | Stars: Kevin Bacon, Kyra Sedgwick, Yasiin Bey, David Alan Grier
Votes: 35,380 | Gross: $0.04M
40. The in Crowd (1988)
PG | 95 min | Comedy, Drama, History
In the mid-60s, a teenage 4.0 high-school student is drawn out of his element on a dare by his peers, to become a dancer on popular TV music show.
Director: Mark Rosenthal | Stars: Jennifer Runyon, Donovan Leitch Jr., Joe Pantoliano, Bruce Kirby
Votes: 989 | Gross: $0.12M
41. The Sixth Sense (1999)
PG-13 | 107 min | Drama, Mystery, Thriller
Malcolm Crowe, a child psychologist, starts treating a young boy, Cole, who encounters dead people and convinces him to help them. In turn, Cole helps Malcolm reconcile with his estranged wife.
Director: M. Night Shyamalan | Stars: Bruce Willis, Haley Joel Osment, Toni Collette, Olivia Williams
Votes: 1,050,716 | Gross: $293.51M
42. Amen (1986–1991)
TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy
Rev. Rueben Gregory, finds dealing with the headstrong, opinionated, and unethical Deacon Ernest Frye--who works as a lawyer when not tending to church business--won't make his job easy.
Stars: Sherman Hemsley, Clifton Davis, Anna Maria Horsford, Roz Ryan
Votes: 2,330
43. Rocky (1976)
PG | 120 min | Drama, Sport
A small-time Philadelphia boxer gets a supremely rare chance to fight the world heavyweight champion in a bout in which he strives to go the distance for his self-respect.
Director: John G. Avildsen | Stars: Sylvester Stallone, Talia Shire, Burt Young, Carl Weathers
Votes: 628,087 | Gross: $117.24M
44. Pride (2007)
PG | 104 min | Drama, Sport
The determined Jim Ellis starts a swim team for troubled teens at the Philadelphia Department of Recreation.
Director: Sunu Gonera | Stars: Terrence Howard, Bernie Mac, Kimberly Elise, Tom Arnold
Votes: 6,896 | Gross: $7.04M
45. Money for Nothing (1993)
R | 100 min | Comedy, Crime, Drama
An unemployed man finds a money bag of $1.2 million after it dropped off an armored car.
Director: Ramón Menéndez | Stars: John Cusack, Debi Mazar, Michael Madsen, Benicio Del Toro
Votes: 4,317 | Gross: $1.04M
46. Brotherly Love (1995–1997)
TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy
Three real-life siblings star in this series about an older brother who returns to the family business a year after his father dies.
Stars: Joey Lawrence, Matthew Lawrence, Andrew Lawrence, Michael McShane
Votes: 1,769
47. Taps (I) (1981)
PG | 126 min | Drama
Military cadets take extreme measures to ensure the future of their academy when its existence is threatened by local condo developers.
Director: Harold Becker | Stars: George C. Scott, Timothy Hutton, Ronny Cox, Sean Penn
Votes: 20,086 | Gross: $35.86M
48. Up Close & Personal (1996)
PG-13 | 124 min | Drama, Romance
An ambitious young woman, determined to build a career in television journalism, gets good advice from her first boss, and they fall in love.
Director: Jon Avnet | Stars: Robert Redford, Michelle Pfeiffer, Stockard Channing, Joe Mantegna
Votes: 15,324 | Gross: $51.09M
49. The Grandmother (1970)
Not Rated | 34 min | Animation, Short, Horror
A young boy plants some strange seeds and they grow into a grandmother.
Director: David Lynch | Stars: Dorothy McGinnis, Richard White, Virginia Maitland, Robert Chadwick
Votes: 7,349
50. Brotherly Love (III) (2015)
R | 89 min | Drama
Set on the backdrop of Philadelphia's famed Overbrook High School, we track the lives of the nations number one high school basketball player Sergio Taylor as he deals with the early pressures of hood fame.
Director: Jamal Hill | Stars: Keke Palmer, Cory Hardrict, Romeo Miller, Eric D. Hill Jr.
Votes: 2,106 | Gross: $0.44M
51. The Alphabet (1969)
TV-MA | 4 min | Animation, Short, Horror
A woman's dark and absurdist nightmare vision comprising a continuous recitation of the alphabet and bizarre living representations of each letter.
Director: David Lynch | Star: Peggy Reavey
Votes: 8,540
52. 10th & Wolf (2006)
R | 107 min | Crime, Drama, Thriller
A former street tough returns to his Philadelphia home after a stint in the military. Back on his home turf, he once again finds himself tangling with the mob boss who was instrumental in his going off to be a soldier.
Director: Bobby Moresco | Stars: James Marsden, Giovanni Ribisi, Brad Renfro, Piper Perabo
Votes: 6,942 | Gross: $0.05M
53. Unbreakable (2000)
PG-13 | 106 min | Drama, Mystery, Sci-Fi
A man learns something extraordinary about himself after a devastating accident.
Director: M. Night Shyamalan | Stars: Bruce Willis, Samuel L. Jackson, Robin Wright, Spencer Treat Clark
Votes: 441,408 | Gross: $95.01M
54. Hack (2002–2004)
60 min | Crime, Drama
When corruption charges strip him of his job, his family and his pride, former cop Mike Olshansky forges a new identity as a Philadelphia cab driver, patrolling the city as a roving vigilante who works with local police.
Stars: David Morse, Andre Braugher, Matthew Borish, George Dzundza
Votes: 1,027
55. The Flag: A Story Inspired by the Tradition of Betsy Ross (1927)
Passed | 20 min | Short, Drama, History
George Washington, commander of revolutionary American forces, ends a squabble among the colonies as to under which flag the Americans will fight the British by recommending a new flag for ... See full summary »
Director: Arthur Maude | Stars: Francis X. Bushman, Enid Bennett, Johnnie Walker, Alice Calhoun
Votes: 234
56. Coin Heist (2017)
TV-14 | 97 min | Crime, Drama, Romance
United by dire circumstances, four unlikely allies from a Philadelphia prep school - the hacker, the slacker, the athlete, and the perfect student - band together to attempt the impossible: steal from the U.S. Mint.
Director: Emily Hagins | Stars: Alex Saxon, Alexis G. Zall, Sasha Pieterse, Jay Walker
Votes: 2,988
57. Rocky II (1979)
PG | 119 min | Drama, Sport
Rocky struggles in family life after his bout with Apollo Creed, while the embarrassed champ insistently goads him to accept a challenge for a rematch.
Director: Sylvester Stallone | Stars: Sylvester Stallone, Talia Shire, Burt Young, Carl Weathers
Votes: 231,128
58. The Young Philadelphians (1959)
Approved | 136 min | Drama
A promising lawyer tries to handle his social and professional problems while climbing the ranks in Philadelphia.
Director: Vincent Sherman | Stars: Paul Newman, Barbara Rush, Alexis Smith, Brian Keith
Votes: 4,271
59. Rocky III (1982)
PG | 99 min | Drama, Sport
Rocky faces the ultimate challenge from a powerful new contender, and must turn to a former rival to help regain his throne as the undisputed fighting champion.
Director: Sylvester Stallone | Stars: Sylvester Stallone, Talia Shire, Burt Young, Carl Weathers
Votes: 211,102 | Gross: $125.05M
60. Downtown (1990)
R | 96 min | Action, Comedy, Crime
An eager rookie cop gets transferred to a tough downtown Philadelphia precinct after stopping a powerful man for traffic violations. When his old cop buddy is murdered, he wants in on catching the killer.
Director: Richard Benjamin | Stars: Anthony Edwards, Forest Whitaker, Penelope Ann Miller, Joe Pantoliano
Votes: 2,162 | Gross: $2.35M
61. Homicide City (2018– )
60 min | Crime
HOMICIDE CITY takes a deep dive into the stories of unforgettable murders from the streets of Philadelphia. Told through the eyes of veteran homicide detectives, local reporters and the ... See full summary »
Stars: Zeus Campbell, Douglas A. Robbs, Shaun Rey, Damian Bailey
Votes: 156
62. Parking Wars (2008– )
TV-PG | 30 min | Reality-TV
This TV show follows the Philadelphia Parking Authority (PPA). It is split into three segments impound lot, booting/towing, and ticketing.
Stars: Steve Garfield, Sherry Royal, Bill Kurtis, Frannie Esposito
Votes: 737
63. Café (II) (2011)
TV-14 | 95 min | Drama
When tragedy strikes the community surrounding a cafe in West Philadelphia, the cafe's regulars come to realize how intertwined their lives truly are.
Director: Marc Erlbaum | Stars: Daniel Eric Gold, Jennifer Love Hewitt, Hubbel Palmer, Richard Short
Votes: 2,663
64. The Watermelon Woman (1996)
Unrated | 90 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance
A young black lesbian filmmaker probes into the life of The Watermelon Woman, a 1930s black actress who played 'mammy' archetypes.
Director: Cheryl Dunye | Stars: Cheryl Dunye, Guinevere Turner, Valarie Walker, Lisa Marie Bronson
Votes: 3,510
65. Centennial Summer (1946)
Approved | 102 min | History, Music, Romance
In 1876 Philadelphia, two sisters vie for the affections of a Frenchman who's come to town to prepare the French pavilion for the Centennial exposition.
Director: Otto Preminger | Stars: Jeanne Crain, Cornel Wilde, Linda Darnell, William Eythe
Votes: 428
66. Philadelphia: The Great Experiment (2011– )
History
Stars: Michael Boatman, Sharon Holt, Hugh Dugan, Steven Conn
Votes: 34
67. TV Teen Club (1949–1954)
60 min | Music
Talent competition for teenagers.
Stars: Paul Whiteman, Junie Keegan, Nancy Lewis, Andrea McLaughlin
68. Love Train: The Sound of Philadelphia (2009 TV Movie)
Not Rated | 116 min | Documentary, Music
A tribute to veteran music producers Kenny Gamble and Leon Huff, developers of what became known as "The Philadelphia Sound" in the 1960s and 1970s. Featured are such artists as The Ojays, ... See full summary »
Stars: Jerry Blavat, Jerry Butler, G.C. Cameron, Jean Carne
Votes: 11
69.
Biography (1987– )
Episode:
Patti LaBelle
(2001)
TV-14 | 50 min | Documentary, Biography, History
Stars: Patti LaBelle, Chubby Checker, Sarah Dash, Armstead Edwards
Votes: 92
70. The Lives of Benjamin Franklin (1974–1975)
90 min | Biography, Drama, History
A mini-series made up of four plays, each showing Benjamin Franklin at a different stage in his life. In each episode, Franklin is played by a different actor.
Stars: Melvyn Douglas, Ian Holm, Honor Blackman, Richard Widmark
Votes: 49
71. Teddy Pendergrass: If You Don't Know Me (2018)
TV-MA | 106 min | Documentary, Biography
This documentary explores the rise of Teddy Pendergrass, the first male African American artist to record five consecutive platinum albums against the backdrop of 1960s America, and his comeback after a life-changing accident.
Director: Olivia Lichtenstein | Stars: Teddy Pendergrass, Sammy Davis Jr., Ida Pendergrass, Mikido Soto Jr.
Votes: 479
72. Amateur Night at City Hall: The Story of Frank L. Rizzo (1978)
75 min | Documentary
The meteoric rise of Frank L. Rizzo from cop on the beat, to law and order police commissioner, to controversial mayor.
Director: Robert Mugge | Stars: Gregory M. Harvey, Larry Kane, Andrea Mitchell, Frank Rizzo
Votes: 15
73. Move: Confrontation in Philadelphia (1980 Video)
62 min | Documentary
MOVE: Confrontation in Philadelphia is a fast-paced, independently created award-winning documentary film of the events of the summer of 1978 which lead up to the Philadelphia police arrest... See full summary »
Directors: Jane Mancini, Karen Pomer | Stars: Chuckie Africa, Delbert Africa, Janet Africa, Janine Africa
74. Out of Focus (2009 TV Movie)
23 min | Comedy
The Temple University TV station is up and running again, and the crew of the late night news show causes havoc on the airwaves.
Directors: Alex J. Spence, Mark Thurstlic | Stars: Brad Allen, Marlee Kind Berman, Gannett Cassidy, Laura Edoff
75. Black Perspective on the News (1973– )
News, Talk-Show
Stars: Frank Rizzo, Reginald Bryant, Claude Lewis, Malcolm Poindexter
76. Hometime (1992– )
TV-G | 30 min | Reality-TV
Detailed information on how to install and repair various areas /parts of the home. The main host, Dean Johnson shares in-depth, yet easy to follow DIY instructions . Along with input and ... See full summary »
Stars: Dean Johnson, Miriam Johnson, Tom Weckwerth, Dan Laabs
Votes: 123
77. The Barnes Collection (2012 TV Movie)
TV-PG | 56 min | Documentary, Biography, History
The story of Dr. Albert Barnes (1972-1951) and his art collection, which includes works by Picasso, Cezanne, Renoir, Gauguin, Matisse, and many others masters. The documentary also examines the new Barnes Foundation Museum.
Director: Glenn Holsten | Stars: David Morse, Anna Deavere Smith
Votes: 14
78. Pennsylvania Ballet at 50 (2014 TV Movie)
TV-PG | 55 min | Documentary
This fifty year celebration of the Pennsylvania Ballet features excepts from three performances and a brief commentary on the creation of the ballet company.
Director: Matthew Diamond
79. Backfire (II) (2017)
94 min | Crime, Drama
After a botched robbery escalates to homicide, a north Philly gun runner has to escape or outsmart the south Philly Italian mob as they close in for vengeance.
Director: Dave Patten | Stars: Black Deniro, Jowharah Jones, Byron Squally Vinson, Dominic Costa
Votes: 454
80. Strong Medicine (2000–2006)
TV-14 | 60 min | Drama
Tough female doctors treat an exclusively female clientele at the Rittenhouse Women's Clinic, tackling female-centric issues and trying to make the world a better place in a male-dominated society.
Stars: Rosa Blasi, Jenifer Lewis, Josh Coxx, Philip Casnoff
Votes: 1,311
81. Two Bits (1995)
PG-13 | 85 min | Comedy, Drama
Gennaro lives with his ailing grandpa, who sits outside holding tight to his last quarter. But grandpa's not ready to die, he has some unfinished business with a woman from his past and he enlists Gennaro to act as his emissary.
Director: James Foley | Stars: Al Pacino, Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio, Jerry Barone, Patrick Borriello
Votes: 3,608 | Gross: $0.03M
82. State Property 2 (2005)
R | 94 min | Musical, Action, Crime
Three Philadelphia-based gangstas -- Beans, Dame and Loco -- are on a collision course with one another for turf. Alliances are forged and broken and lifelong friendships end in violence as each crime lord schemes to get the upper hand.
Director: Damon Dash | Stars: Beanie Sigel, N.O.R.E., Damon Dash, Michael Bentt
Votes: 1,539 | Gross: $1.68M
83. Zeroes (2018)
104 min | Comedy
When best friends, Ray and Kenneth, drunkenly foil a robbery, Philadelphia becomes abuzz with the antics of these local heroes.
Director: Charles Smith | Stars: Jacklyn Adelene, Steve Annan, Chris Anthony, Chris Anthony
Votes: 171
84. Kevin Hart: Laugh at My Pain (2011)
R | 89 min | Documentary, Comedy
Experience the show that quickly became a national phenomenon, and get an up close and personal look at Kevin Hart back in Philly, where he began his journey to become one of the funniest comedians of all time. You will laugh 'til it hurts.
Directors: Leslie Small, Tim Story | Stars: Kevin Hart, Taraji P. Henson, Will 'Spank' Horton, Harry Ratchford
Votes: 6,470 | Gross: $7.71M
85. The Probe (2024)
58 min | Drama | Post-production
The Probe is a gritty crime drama where artificial intelligence becomes the ultimate ally in interrelated investigations of corruption surrounding; Law enforcement, the judicial system, politicians and urban drug dealing in Philly.
Director: Derrick Hammond | Stars: Neil Carr, Clifton Powell, Gillie Da Kid, Charles W Harris III
86. Jim Gaffigan: Noble Ape (2018 TV Special)
90 min | Comedy
In his all new NOBLE APE stand up special, Jim Gaffigan gets personal as he discusses the medical crisis that befell his wife. Other topics include his kids, his travels, doctors, colonoscopy, Catholic saints and, of course, Philly.
Director: Jeannie Gaffigan | Star: Jim Gaffigan
Votes: 1,452
87. The Complete History of the Philadelphia Eagles (2004 Video)
268 min | Documentary, History, Sport
It starts with Bert Bell purchasing the Frankford Yellowjackets and continues through the 2003 season, visiting all significant events in Philadelphia Eagles history along the way.
Stars: Troy Aikman, David Akers, David Alexander, Eric Allen
Votes: 66
88. Brothers (1984–1989)
22 min | Comedy
When their youngest brother comes out as gay, two conservative men support him and help him navigate being openly gay in 1980s Philadelphia.
Stars: Robert Walden, Paul Regina, Brandon Maggart, Hallie Todd
Votes: 420
89.
The Wonderful World of Disney (1997–2023)
Episode:
The Garbage Picking Field Goal Kicking Philadelphia Phenomenon
(1998)
TV-G | 78 min | Adventure, Comedy, Drama
A Philadelphia garbageman who develops his leg muscles from kicking the hydraulic lever on his truck is discovered by the Philadelphia Eagles and signed by them to become a kicker.
Director: Tim Kelleher | Stars: Tony Danza, Jessica Tuck, Art LaFleur, Jaime Cardriche
Votes: 937
90. History of the Philadelphia Flyers (2007 Video)
Not Rated | 80 min | Sport
History of the Philadelphia Flyers 40th Anniversary. Celebrate 40 years of excellence with one of the most beloved and storied franchises in hockey history.
Director: Scott Weinstock | Stars: Bill Clement, Bruce Cooper, Gary Dornhoefer, Jay Greenberg
91. A Championship Season: The 1960 Philadelphia Eagles (2010 TV Movie)
60 min | Documentary
The 1960 Philadelphia Eagles battle through their season and against all odds beat the Vince Lombardi Packers in the championship game. The only team in history that can claim they beat Lombardi's Packers in the playoffs.
Director: Horatiu Lemnei | Star: Ray Didinger
92. 2008 World Series (2008)
Sport
The 2008 World Series is a competition between the Philadelphia Phillies and the Tampa Bay Rays.
Stars: Ryan Howard, Chase Utley, Shane Victorino, Carl Crawford
Votes: 16
93. Gamble and Huff: The Sound of Philadelphia (2015)
3 min | Documentary, Short
The illustrious songwriting production team of Kenneth Gamble and Leon Huff were the architects of the Philly Sound and the founders of Philadelphia International Records which dominated ... See full summary »
Director: Bayer Mack
94. Live Aid (1985 TV Special)
960 min | Documentary, Music
The broadcast of the biggest benefit concert in history, organized by Bob Geldof and Midge Ure to raise funds for Ethiopian famine relief.
Directors: Vincent Scarza, Kenneth Shapiro | Stars: Bob Geldof, Bryan Adams, Stuart Adamson, Mo Amin
Votes: 2,320
97. Saturday Night Dead (1984–1990)
Comedy, Drama, Fantasy
"Saturday Night Dead" was a hosted horror movie show with Karen Scioli as "Stella" presenting movies on KYW-TV Channel 3 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania between 29 September 1984 till February 1990.
Stars: Karen Scioli, Bob Billbrough, Glenn Davish, Donna Ryan
Votes: 43
98. Action in the Afternoon (1953– )
30 min | Western
Singing cowboy Jack Valentine rode the range in Huberle, Montana with the sheriff; Kate, the editor and publisher of the newspaper; and Ozzie, Jack's dense partner.
Stars: Barry Cassell, Harriss Forrest, Jack Valentine, John Zacherle
Votes: 15
99. The Shock Theatre (1957–1958)
Fantasy, Horror, Mystery
"The Shock Theatre" was a hosted horror movie show with John Zacherle as "Roland" presenting movies on WCAU-TV Channel 10, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; from 7 October 1957 to 13 September 1958.
Stars: John Zacherle, Jean Ziegler
100. The Return of Roland (1985 TV Movie)
Fantasy, Horror, Mystery
"The Return of Roland" was a hosted horror movie show special with John Zacherle as "Roland" presenting movies on WCAU-TV Channel 10, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; for one night in 1985..
Star: John Zacherle
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