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51. The Hard Road (1973)
R | 85 min | Drama
The cautionary tale of 17-year-old Sherman Oaks high-schooler Pam Banner, who has a baby out of wedlock. The baby is adopted, but Pam's too embarrassed to return to school, so her dad gets ... See full summary »
Director: Gary Graver | Stars: Connie Nelson, John Alderman, Catherine Howard, Gary Kent
Votes: 157
52. Pleasures of a Woman (2002 Video)
Unrated | 36 min | Drama, Short
The wealthy Edgar dies while having sex with his predatory and insatiable pleasure seeking wife Vivian. Vivian meets Edgar's niece and heir April at the funeral for Edgar. Vivian inducts ... See full summary »
Director: Ted W. Crestview | Stars: Darian Caine, Syn DeVil, Julian Wells
Votes: 49
53. Engel & Joe (2001)
93 min | Drama, Romance
A love story about a 17-year-old punk-rocker and a 15-year-old runaway girl.
Director: Vanessa Jopp | Stars: Robert Stadlober, Jana Pallaske, Sabine Berg, Mirko Lang
Votes: 976
54. Kevyn Aucoin: Beauty & the Beast in Me (2017)
TV-14 | 90 min | Documentary, Biography
Never-before-seen footage, archival videos and celebrity interviews provide insight into the life, career and legacy of makeup artist Kevyn Aucoin.
Director: Lori Kaye | Stars: Isidore Aucoin, Berta Camal, Naomi Campbell, Cindy Crawford
Votes: 209
55. Messengers (2004)
Unrated | 96 min | Drama, Mystery, Sci-Fi
The death of her estranged father forces a Manhattan doctor back to her small-town roots, where she uncovers a dark secret.
Director: Philip Farha | Stars: Michele Hicks, Erik Jensen, Frankie Faison, Amy Wright
Votes: 130
56. Prescription for Disaster (2006 Video)
88 min | Documentary
Prescription for Disaster is an in-depth investigation into the symbiotic relationships between the pharmaceutical industry, the FDA, lobbyists, lawmakers, medical schools, and researchers,... See full summary »
Director: Gary Null | Stars: David Graham, Michael Moore, Gary Null
Votes: 41
57. City of Sizzurp (2015)
Not Rated | 75 min | Crime
"City of Syrup" documentary indicts the music industry for rampant use of the drug promethazine amongst teenagers and adult fans across the world. The street name for promethazine is "... See full summary »
Director: Thomas Gibson
58. Midnight Son (2007)
23 min | Short, Drama, Thriller
A mild-mannered professor leaves his wife one night to meet a stranger from an Internet chat room.
Director: Adam Davenport | Stars: Maury Brooks, April Grace, David Harbour, Nicholas Hosking
Votes: 54
59. Kate & Kula (2010)
Comedy
Pharma reps buck the system, while turning a buck as paid test subjects for a new med.
Director: Namakula | Stars: Katie Hyde, Namakula, Candice McKoy, Marlene O'Haire
60. Generation RX: Prescription for Pain (2008)
Not Rated | 31 min | Documentary, Short
This documentary tells the story four people and their struggles with prescription drug abuse and also of one woman overcoming the death of her mother, who passed away from the disease of ... See full summary »
Director: Steven A. Klink
Votes: 9
62. Lost Pharm (2018)
18 min | Short, Drama
Director: Adenford Jean-Philippe | Stars: Naomi Pandolfi, Paul Marra, Nancy McSwane, Alan I. Ross
63. Head (2012)
Not Rated | 20 min | Short, Comedy
A trip through the subconscious of television, we follow 'The Good Doctor' during his attempt to produce a cable access TV pilot to showcase his breakthroughs in medical science.
Director: Ted Hesse | Stars: Sarah-Jayne Boyd, Robert Drumm, Carson Grant, Nora Woods
64.
21 Jump Street (1987–1991)
Episode:
Out of Control
(1989)
TV-14 | 47 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
After a series of burglaries in an upscale area Hanson goes into a school where he hooks up with a group of thrill-seeking kids, and Penhall and Ioki go into a private security firm.
Director: Mario Van Peebles | Stars: Johnny Depp, Holly Robinson Peete, Peter DeLuise, Dustin Nguyen
Votes: 108
65.
Harvey Birdman, Attorney at Law (2000–2007)
Episode:
The Devlin Made Me Do It
(2004)
TV-14 | 11 min | Animation, Short, Comedy
Washed-up motorcycle stuntman Ernie Devlin is sued when a kid injures himself trying to imitate his deep ravine jump. Harvey's legal strategy, to attack the fractured, wheelchair bound ... See full summary »
Director: Richard Ferguson-Hull | Stars: Gary Cole, Stephen Colbert, Thomas Michael Allen, John Michael Higgins
Votes: 121
66.
Popular (1999–2001)
Episode:
Style and Substance Abuse
(2000)
TV-14 | Comedy, Drama, Romance
Brooke and Harrison run for student council president and clash over the new random drug tests. Ms. Glass takes homeless Carmen in and helps her compete in the homecoming queen race. Oblivious Josh and Lily get high on cough syrup.
Director: Elodie Keene | Stars: Leslie Bibb, Carly Pope, Tamara Mello, Christopher Gorham
Votes: 70
67.
Popular (1999–2001)
Episode:
Ur-ine Trouble
(2000)
TV-14 | Comedy, Drama, Romance
Josh must attend the autopsy of a drunk driver. Sam confronts Harrison over his prescription drug abuse only to learn that he might be dying. Ms. Glass takes on Nicole's team in the homecoming race. Carmen reconnects with her mom.
Director: Michael M. Robin | Stars: Leslie Bibb, Carly Pope, Tamara Mello, Christopher Gorham
Votes: 71
68.
Side Effects (1994–1996)
Episode:
Feet of Clay
(1995)
Drama
Director: Alan Simmonds | Stars: Albert Schultz, Nadia Capone, Joseph Ziegler, Barbara Eve Harris
69.
The Twilight Zone (1985–1989)
Episode:
Cat and Mouse
(1989)
TV-PG | Drama, Fantasy, Horror
Lonely Andrea Moffatt finds a stray cat, who is actually Guillaume de Marchaux, a suave Frenchman who turns human at night but reverts to feline form during the day due to an old curse. Will he end her loneliness?
Director: Eric Till | Stars: Pamela Bellwood, Page Fletcher, Gwynyth Walsh, John Blackwood
Votes: 250
70.
The Twilight Zone (2002–2003)
Episode:
Burned
(2003)
TV-14 | Drama, Fantasy, Horror
Immoral agoraphobic realtor Scott Crane orders the arson of a house so he can collect the insurance money, but two children are unexpectedly caught in the blaze and the arsonist, Rick, ... See full summary »
Director: John T. Kretchmer | Stars: Forest Whitaker, Jason Bateman, Angela Featherstone, Frank Cassini
Votes: 274
71.
Side Effects (1994–1996)
Episode:
Goin' Down the Roadie
(1996)
Drama
Director: Giles Walker | Stars: Albert Schultz, Nadia Capone, Joseph Ziegler, Barbara Eve Harris
72.
Emily of New Moon (1998–2003)
Episode:
And So Shall They Reap
(1998)
TV-G | 47 min | Drama
In the wake of Elizabeth's death, the Murray family starts to fall apart, and Emily tries to find a way to save New Moon.
Director: Stefan Scaini | Stars: Martha MacIsaac, Sheila McCarthy, Stephen McHattie, Susan Clark
Votes: 10
73.
Industry (2020– )
Episode:
Induction
(2020)
TV-MA | 50 min | Drama
[HBO] HD. 'Industry.' Series premiere. Ambitious young grads angle for permanent positions at the preeminent London investment bank Pierpoint & Co.
Director: Lena Dunham | Stars: Marisa Abela, Priyanga Burford, Mark Dexter, Myha'la
Votes: 581
74.
Army Wives (2007–2013)
Episode:
Safe Havens
(2008)
TV-PG | 42 min | Drama, Romance, War
After Roxy tells Roland about her suspicions concerning about Trevor's painkiller dependence, his confidence is betrayed, Trevor is 'temporarily' replaced as XO's driver, Roland is banned ... See full summary »
Director: Lloyd Ahern II | Stars: Kim Delaney, Sally Pressman, Brigid Brannagh, Brian McNamara
Votes: 59
75.
The Mentalist (2008–2015)
Episode:
Scarlett Fever
(2009)
TV-14 | 44 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
A wealthy jewelry designer is poisoned at a party and the CBI's investigation uncovers the double lives of a number of people around her.
Director: Paul Holahan | Stars: Simon Baker, Robin Tunney, Tim Kang, Owain Yeoman
Votes: 1,599
76.
Medium (2005–2011)
Episode:
How to Make a Killing in Big Business: Part 1
(2009)
TV-14 | 42 min | Crime, Drama, Fantasy
Allison is recruited by a Fortune 500 company to predict business trends. However, she continues to dream about a case she was working on in the DA's office.
Directors: Arlene Sanford, Peter Werner | Stars: Patricia Arquette, Miguel Sandoval, David Cubitt, Sofia Vassilieva
Votes: 223
77.
Southland (2009–2013)
Episode:
Westside
(2009)
TV-MA | 60 min | Crime, Drama, Thriller
Lydia and Russell investigate jewelry thieves who have been robbing Bel Air homes. Ben discovers that he knows one of the home invasion victims and finds himself breaking police policy by ... See full summary »
Director: Nelson McCormick | Stars: Kevin Alejandro, Arija Bareikis, Michael Cudlitz, Shawn Hatosy
Votes: 340
78.
Women Behind Bars (2008– )
Episode:
Denise Holsinger & Vanessa Crawley
(2009)
TV-14 | 42 min | Documentary
A woman and her boyfriend were convicted in the fatal shooting of four people in the bar she was recently fired from. A teenage mother was in the car while her husband and another rob and murder a teen drug dealer for his cell phone and $1.
Director: Richard Swindell | Stars: Ashley Crary, Shawn Hoffman, Denise Holsinger, Michelle Holsinger
Votes: 19
79.
The First Lady (2022)
Episode:
Rift
(2022)
TV-MA | 54 min | Biography, Drama, History
Eleanor rallies the country as the U.S. enters WW II. After Betty's addiction spirals, Jerry and her family intervene. Michelle joins Hillary Clinton on the 2016 presidential campaign trail to advocate for the dignity of American women.
Director: Susanne Bier | Stars: Viola Davis, Michelle Pfeiffer, Gillian Anderson, O-T Fagbenle
Votes: 186
80.
The First Lady (2022)
Episode:
Cracked Pot
(2022)
TV-MA | 59 min | Biography, Drama, History
Franklin's marital indiscretions push Eleanor to socialize with more political women. A stubborn shoulder injury begins Betty's troubled history with pain medication. Michelle vows to hold Chicago's inadequate healthcare system to task.
Director: Susanne Bier | Stars: Viola Davis, Michelle Pfeiffer, Gillian Anderson, O-T Fagbenle
Votes: 228
81.
Emily of New Moon (1998–2003)
Episode:
By the Rivers of Babylon
(1998)
TV-G | 47 min | Drama
New Moon is up for sale and when Aunt Laura's addiction to laudanum worsens Isabel puts her in an asylum without telling the rest of the Murrays.
Director: Giles Walker | Stars: Susan Clark, Stephen McHattie, Linda Thorson, John Neville
Votes: 7
82.
Republic of Doyle (2010–2014)
Episode:
A Horse Divided
(2010)
TV-14 | 45 min | Comedy, Crime, Drama
The Doyles try to locate a groom who goes missing moments before his wedding.
Director: Stefan Scaini | Stars: Allan Hawco, Sean McGinley, Lynda Boyd, Rachel Wilson
Votes: 83
83.
The Dating Guy (2009–2010)
Episode:
Leprechaun Interrupted
(2010)
TV-MA | Animation, Comedy
V.J. and Woody abduct a leprechaun, whose hot Irish daughter puts a hex on them; Sam tries to revive an ex-rocker's career by getting herself committed to a mental hospital.
Directors: Jamie Whitney, Joseph Sherman | Stars: Fab Filippo, Sean Francis, Lauren Ash, Anand Rajaram
84.
Skins (2011)
Episode:
Cadie
(2011)
TV-14 | 43 min | Comedy, Drama
Cadie's the one in therapy but it seems that everyone else in her life should be. Her dad is completely absorbed in hunting and macabre taxidermy while her mother strives to recapture her ... See full summary »
Director: Samir Rehem | Stars: Britne Oldford, Danny Flaherty, Jesse Carere, Ron Mustafa
Votes: 75
85.
All My Children (1970–2011)
Episode:
Episode #1.10657
(2011)
TV-PG | Drama, Romance, Mystery
Maya is frightened when Mookie takes a job with Scott. JR reveals to Marissa that Bianca has been guiding him. Asher becomes addicted to his pain medication. Tad and Cara discuss their marriage. Ryan investigates Griffin's disappearance.
Directors: Michael V. Pomarico, Enza Dolce | Stars: Tom McCafferty, Mariah Buzolin, Trai Byers, Daniel Cosgrove
86.
Crash Canyon (2011–2013)
Episode:
Confidence Builder
(2012)
TV-14 | Animation, Comedy
Director: Greg Lawrence | Stars: Patrick McKenna, Jennifer Irwin, Bryn McAuley, Joanne Vannicola
Votes: 8
87.
Republic of Doyle (2010–2014)
Episode:
Blood Work
(2013)
TV-14 | 43 min | Comedy, Crime, Drama
Jake and Mal are given no choice but to help an escaped convict prove his innocence.
Director: John Vatcher | Stars: Allan Hawco, Sean McGinley, Lynda Boyd, Krystin Pellerin
Votes: 68
88.
Gold Rush (2010– )
Episode:
Revelations
(2012)
TV-PG | 46 min | Reality-TV
This special lifts the curtain on Gold Rush and goes inside the lives of the men seeking gold in Alaska and the Klondike.
Director: Chris Muckle | Stars: Paul Christie, Todd Hoffman, Chris Doumitt, Jack Hoffman
Votes: 46
89.
Mr. D (2012–2018)
Episode:
Field Trip
(2012)
Comedy
Gerry helps Bobbi supervise her Grade 5/6 field trip to the museum, while Jeff and Robert cover his classes back at Xavier.
Director: Steve Wright | Stars: Gerry Dee, Jonathan Torrens, Lauren Hammersley, Booth Savage
Votes: 37
90.
Orphan Black (2013–2017)
Episode:
Unconscious Selection
(2013)
TV-MA | 45 min | Drama, Sci-Fi, Thriller
After Kira's life is threatened, Sarah is on the warpath, but Dr. Leekie makes her think twice about her plans for revenge. Meanwhile, Cosima faces the truth about Delphine, forcing her to choose sides. Now, it's up to Sarah to decide the killer's fate, but the truth about where Sarah came from changes everything.
Director: T.J. Scott | Stars: Tatiana Maslany, Dylan Bruce, Jordan Gavaris, Kevin Hanchard
Votes: 1,874
91.
Air Crash Investigation (2003– )
Episode:
Lost in Translation
(2014)
TV-14 | 44 min | Documentary, Crime, History
Crossair flight 498 crashes shortly after take-off from Zurich. The airplane was in good condition and the pilots had adequate training. Or did they? The investigation takes a dramatic turn when the cockpit voice recorder is retrieved.
Director: Su Rynard | Stars: Jonathan Aris, Barna Moricz, Mark Winnick, Jean-Michel Le Gal
Votes: 124
92.
The Secrets of Hillsong (2023)
Episode:
The Prodigal Son
(2023)
TV-MA | Documentary, Crime
In their first interviews since their expulsion, Carl and Laura Lentz shed light on the inner sanctum of Hillsong, detailing the burden of building the church's congregation and the response from leadership when it deemed Carl a liability.
Director: Stacey Lee | Stars: Carl Lentz, Laura Lentz, Tiff Perez, Dan Adler
Votes: 50
93.
Autopsy: The Last Hours of (2014– )
Episode:
Anna Nicole Smith
(2014)
43 min | Documentary, Biography
Dr. Richard Shepherd investigates the death of Anna Nicole Smith. Her marriage to a billionaire 67 years her senior and becoming a guess and playboy model brought her global fame and ... See full summary »
Director: James Tovell | Stars: Richard Shepherd, Maurice Lavelle, James Desborough, Pol Atteu
Votes: 62
94.
Iron Fist (2017–2018)
Episode:
Felling Tree with Roots
(2017)
TV-MA | 58 min | Action, Adventure, Crime
Ward's loyalty is tested. Danny discovers a rogue division, and the mysterious Bakuto visits Colleen's dojo unannounced.
Director: Farren Blackburn | Stars: Finn Jones, Jessica Henwick, Tom Pelphrey, Jessica Stroup
Votes: 3,464
95.
Saving Hope (2012–2017)
Episode:
Days of Heaven
(2014)
TV-14 | 43 min | Drama, Fantasy
Alex and Shahir operate on a patient who drilled his own head. Maggie suspects Dana's daughter is stealing painkillers. Meanwhile, Joel sleeps with Selena.
Director: Peter Stebbings | Stars: Erica Durance, Daniel Gillies, Julia Chan, Benjamin Ayres
Votes: 93
96.
Empire (2015–2020)
Episode:
Chimes at Midnight
(2016)
TV-14 | 44 min | Drama, Music
When Empire is hacked, the leak creates feuds between the artists and among the Lyon family; Andre tries to prove his worth to the company; Lucious is determined to divide Cookie and Angelo; Jamal is caught in a love triangle.
Director: Sanaa Hamri | Stars: Terrence Howard, Bryshere Y. Gray, Jussie Smollett, Trai Byers
Votes: 242
97.
The Restaurant (2017– )
Episode:
Avtalet
(2017)
TV-14 | 58 min | Drama
Maggan gets aid from an unexpected source. Calle is forced to make a decision while Nina is pushed to do what convention allows. Gustaf takes advantage of Peter's momentary weakness.
Directors: Molly Hartleb, Harald Hamrell | Stars: Hedda Stiernstedt, Suzanne Reuter, Hannes Fohlin, Charlie Gustafsson
Votes: 92
98.
Happy Valley (2014–2023)
Episode:
Episode #3.1
(2023)
TV-MA | 57 min | Crime, Drama, Thriller
When Catherine discovers the remains of a murder victim, it bizarrely leads her straight back to Tommy Lee Royce.
Directors: Patrick Harkins, Sally Wainwright | Stars: Sarah Lancashire, Shane Zaza, Mete Dursun, Alexis Platt
Votes: 1,139
99.
Criminal Minds (2005– )
Episode:
Full-Tilt Boogie
(2018)
TV-14 | 42 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery
The BAU team's investigation into the home invasion and attempted homicide of a police chief's wife uncovers a world of secrets in a small town in Virginia.
Director: Simon Mirren | Stars: Joe Mantegna, Matthew Gray Gubler, A.J. Cook, Kirsten Vangsness
Votes: 1,173
100.
Bedrag (2016–2019)
Episode:
Episode #3.4
(2019)
TV-MA | 55 min | Crime, Drama, Thriller
Anna starts working for Nicky, laundering the money from his drug dealing through her job at the bank, while Alf suspects that Nicky is involved in the basement deaths.
Director: Milad Alami | Stars: Esben Smed, Thomas Hwan, Maria Rich, Rudi Køhnke
Votes: 109