55 Movies Starring Frank Langella

A seasoned Broadway player with a trio of Tony Awards to his credit, Frank Langella was born in Bayonne, N.J., on Jan. 1, 1940. Tall and imposing with a forceful dramatic presence, he is often cast as a villain but has played his share of iconic characters as well, including Sherlock Holmes, Cyrano de Bergerac and Count Dracula.Langella's roots in the theater world have added gravitas to some of his most memorable onscreen portrayals. In fact, his most acclaimed movie role -- a Golden Globe- and Oscar-nominated turn as former President Richard Nixon in Ron Howard's Frost/Nixon (2008) -- was a continuation of the character he created for the West End stage production that inspired the film.Other notable films include Diary of a Mad Housewife (1970), which earned Langella his first Golden Globe nod; the political comedy Dave (1993); and the independent drama Starting Out in the Evening (2007).

Wall Street 2: Money Never Sleeps 2010 3.7 stars Drama Rated: NR

20-plus years after he introduced us to the phrase "greed is good," controversial filmmaker Oliver Stone (W., World Trade Center) returns to the world of high finance, unfettered capitalism and white-collar crime. Michael Douglas reprises his Oscar-winning role as Gordon Gekko, the deliciously diabolical money magnate who never passes up a chance to make a buck. Shia LaBeouf also stars as a young trader embroiled in a puzzling murder.

The Box 2009 2.9 stars 115 mins Thrillers Rated: PG-13

A disfigured NASA employee named Arlington Steward (Frank Langella) informs Norma (Cameron Diaz) and Arthur (James Marsden) Lewis that they have 24 hours to decide if they want to push a button inside a box that will give them a cool million -- but a complete stranger will die at the same time. Richard Kelly (Donnie Darko) writes and directs this thriller based on sci-fi writer Richard Matheson's short story.

Frost/Nixon Nominated For/Won Awards

2008 3.8 stars 123 mins Drama Rated: R

Ron Howard directs this Oscar-nominated adaptation of Peter Morgan's popular Broadway play, a drama centering on a series of revelatory television interviews between British talk show host David Frost and former President Richard Nixon. Frank Langella reprises his Tony Award-winning stage role as Nixon with a stellar cast that includes Michael Sheen, Toby Jones, Sam Rockwell, Kevin Bacon and Oliver Platt.

The Caller 2008 2.7 stars 95 mins Thrillers Rated: PG-13

until 14-Apr-2010

Energy exec Jimmy Stevens (Frank Langella) blows the whistle on his firm's shady deals, putting his own life in danger. Jimmy anonymously calls detective Frank Turlotte (Elliott Gould) and hires him to tail the would-be assassin -- a man named Jimmy Stevens. Past and present collide in Richard Ledes's neo-noir thriller as Jimmy and Frank's lives become increasingly entangled. Laura Harring co-stars as Jimmy's on-and-off girlfriend.

All Good Things 2008 3.4 stars Thrillers Rated: R

When the heir (Ryan Gosling) to a New York real estate fortune becomes entangled in the mystery surrounding the disappearance of his lover (Kirsten Dunst), he might lose everything in this drama set in the 1980s and inspired by the true story of real estate scion Robert Durst. While the detective on the case (Jeffrey Dean Morgan) discovers unexpected evidence -- which turns up the political heat -- people with ties to the case begin to die.

Starting Out in the Evening Nominated For/Won Awards

2007 3.3 stars 111 mins Independent Rated: PG-13

until 22-May-2011

With aims to revive the faded career of aging author Leonard Schiller (Frank Langella), enterprising graduate student Heather Wolfe (Lauren Ambrose) makes his novels the topic of her master's thesis and raises his hopes for a literary comeback. All the while, Leonard's middle-aged daughter (Lili Taylor) remains dubious -- both of Heather's motivations and her own prospects for long-term happiness.

Superman Returns Nominated For/Won Awards

2006 3.4 stars 154 mins Action & Adventure Rated: PG-13

After spending years away from Metropolis, Superman (Brandon Routh) returns to find a city that's managed to survive without him. And much to his chagrin, Lois Lane (Kate Bosworth) has moved on to another man (James Marsden), while archenemy Lex Luthor (Kevin Spacey) is developing a new plan to rule the world. Instead of rebooting the franchise, director Bryan Singer continues the story told by Richard Donner in Superman and Superman II.

10.5 Apocalypse 2006 3.3 stars 169 mins Action & Adventure Rated: NR

A jolted West Coast deals with the deadly aftereffects of a massive tremor in this sequel to the disaster drama 10.5. Concerned that a widening fault line may set off two nuclear reactors, seismologist Samantha Hill (Kim Delaney) contacts the president (Beau Bridges). Assembling an expert rescue team, they search for the one man who can help them: Samantha's father (Frank Langella), a scientist who predicted this catastrophe. Dean Cain co-stars.

Superman Returns: Bonus Material 2006 3.5 stars 180 mins Action & Adventure Rated: NR

This companion disc to the long-awaited Superman sequel includes the documentary "Requiem for Krypton: Making Superman Returns" - a three hour documentary that takes you behind the scenes of Superman Returns.

Crossroads 2006 2.8 stars 89 mins Drama Rated: PG-13

until 01-Sep-2010

Two years into his studies at a seminary, a young Jesuit named Peter (Jacob Pitts) finds himself torn between his devotion to God and his feelings for a beautiful, free-spirited woman named Jill (Amy Acker), whom he meets while working in a soup kitchen. Filmed on location in Mobile, Ala., this drama from writer-director Murray Robinson also features Frank Langella, Alan Arkin, Orson Bean and William Lee Scott.

Good Night, and Good Luck Nominated For/Won Awards

2005 3.6 stars 93 mins Drama Rated: PG

George Clooney's Academy Award-nominated docudrama pits veteran television newsman Edward R. Murrow (David Strathairn) against a determined Sen. Joseph McCarthy and his single-minded crusade to quell the red threat at home. Despite corporate pressure to back off, Murrow and his CBS staff vow to examine the lies and fear tactics perpetrated by McCarthy during his Communist witch-hunts. Robert Downey Jr., Patricia Clarkson and Jeff Daniels co-star.

Unscripted: The Complete Series: Disc 1 2005 150 mins Television Rated: R

This disc includes episodes 1-5.

Unscripted: The Complete Series: Disc 2 2005 150 mins Television Rated: R

This disc includes episodes 6-10.

King Tutankhamun: The Mystery Unsealed 2005 3.4 stars 50 mins Documentary Rated: NR

Award-winning actor Frank Langella narrates this fascinating journey that travels more than 3,000 years into the past to explore the world of the legendary King Tut. Combining commentary from renowned Egyptian scholars with meticulous computer animation, this History Channel documentary brings to life the never-before-seen details of Tut's tomb. The program also examines the folklore surrounding the boy king.

Unscripted: The Complete Series 2005 3.0 stars 300 mins Television Rated: NR

Crummy auditions, sleazy agents, big breaks and, as always, the heartbreak of rejection: Welcome to the life of a struggling actor in Los Angeles. Produced for HBO by Steven Soderbergh and George Clooney (who also directs), "Unscripted" is a half-hour comedy show that blends improvisation and real incidents while following three hopeful young actors (Krista Allen, Bryan Greenberg and Jennifer Hall) as they make the showbiz rounds.

How You Look to Me 2005 2.2 stars 101 mins Drama Rated: NR

When his family threatens to stop footing the bill for his freewheeling ways, William (Bruce Romans) reluctantly returns to grad school, where he falls in love with a fellow student (Laura Allen) who wants nothing to do with him. Winning her over might just mean growing up. Romans also wrote this telling romantic charmer, co-starring Frank Langella.

Good Night, and Good Luck Nominated For/Won Awards

2005 3.9 stars 93 mins Drama Rated: PG

George Clooney's Oscar-nominated docudrama pits TV newsman Edward R. Murrow (David Strathairn) against Sen. Joseph McCarthy and his single-minded crusade to quell the red threat at home. Despite corporate pressure to back off, Murrow and his CBS staff are determined to examine the lies and fear tactics perpetrated by McCarthy during his Communist witch-hunts. The impressive cast includes Robert Downey Jr., Patricia Clarkson and Jeff Daniels.

Back in the Day 2004 3.2 stars 103 mins Drama Rated: R

Reggie (Ja Rule) finds life is giving him an ass-whuppin' when his father is murdered. A reformed con, Reggie considers going back to "the life" and rings up his former colleague, ex-con J-Bone (Ving Rhames), to help avenge his father's death. Torn between his crime-free lifestyle and the dangers of plunging back into the criminal life, Reggie faces a tough decision that could cost him his freedom … and his life! James Hunter directs.

Degas and the Dance 2004 3.4 stars 54 mins Documentary Rated: NR

French artist Edgar Degas's paintings of graceful ballet dancers are among his most enduring works. Narrated by Frank Langella, this dramatized documentary reveals how Degas's passion for the movement of dance inspired his Impressionist masterpieces. Convincing re-creations of the artist at work in his Montmarte studio and at the Paris Opera -- where Degas spent years studying its dancers -- offer viewers a glimpse into the mind of a creative genius.

The Eccentricities of a Nightingale 2002 3.4 stars 120 mins Special Interest Rated: NR

Blythe Danner and Frank Langella star in this televised Broadway staging of Tennessee Williams' "The Eccentricities of a Nightingale," the tale of a lonely Southern woman's longing for her handsome next-door neighbor. At once tragic and romantic, the story is a reworking of the Williams play "Summer and Smoke," which uses the same characters and setting but in dramatically different ways. Louise Latham portrays Danner's unbalanced mother.

Sweet November Nominated For/Won Awards

2001 3.5 stars 114 mins Romance Rated: PG-13

Keanu Reeves stars as Nelson, a San Francisco ad man who stays just busy enough to keep from noticing his loneliness. But one autumn, Nelson gets involved with a free spirit named Sara (Charlize Theron), who turns his world upside down. Sara, however, insists that their romance can last only one month. Is she afraid of commitment? Or is she hiding a terrible secret? Frank Langella co-stars in this romantic drama from Irish director Pat O'Connor.

Jason and the Argonauts 2000 3.2 stars 179 mins Action & Adventure Rated: NR

New technology brings to life the classic Greek myth of Jason (Jason London) and his all-star sailors. Jason returns home to find his murderous uncle (Dennis Hopper) on the throne instead of his father. Realizing that his life is now in danger, Jason offers to retrieve for the new king the legendary Golden Fleece, which grants its wearer every desire. On the long odyssey that follows, the gods reach out to help Jason -- and hurt him.

Stardom 2000 2.4 stars 103 mins Comedy Rated: R

After getting discovered at a hockey rink, Quebecois beauty Tina Menzhal (Jessica Pare) starts a modeling career with the help of a Montreal photographer (Charles Berling). But when she makes a bid for international stardom, intense media scrutiny takes a toll. Dan Aykroyd and Frank Langella co-star as Tina's powerful older boyfriends in this satire from acclaimed Canadian filmmaker Denys Arcand, who takes dead aim at the culture of celebrity.

The Ninth Gate 1999 3.3 stars 133 mins Thrillers Rated: R

An all-expenses-paid international search for a rare copy of The Nine Gates of the Shadow Kingdom brings an unscrupulous book dealer (Johnny Depp) deep into a world of murder, double-dealing and satanic worship. Director Roman Polanski (Rosemary's Baby) creates a richly textured gothic mystery where the hunter becomes the hunted and the devil must be paid his due.

I'm Losing You 1998 2.5 stars 100 mins Drama Rated: R

until 01-Jan-2011

Based on Bruce Wagner's best-selling novel (and directed by the author), this film chronicles the attempts of wealthy businessman Perry Krohn (Frank Langella) to juggle the needs of his dedicated wife (Salome Jens), demanding mistress and grown children (Andrew McCarthy, Rosanna Arquette) while facing his own certain death from lung cancer. Gina Gershon, Buck Henry, Elizabeth Perkins and Amanda Donohoe co-star.

Cirque du Soleil: Alegria 1998 3.6 stars 93 mins Special Interest Rated: PG

Color, confetti, clowns and contortionists combine to tell the story of an enslaved young boy (Clipper Miano), his street-mime friend (Rene Bazinet) and a beautiful circus singer (Julie Cox). Through positive thought and a flurry of acrobatic feats, the trio tries its best to convince the circus's curmudgeonly ringleader that a good show can do more than make a quick buck -- it can help ease the world's suffering.

Small Soldiers 1998 3.2 stars 110 mins Action & Adventure Rated: PG-13

From Gremlins director Joe Dante comes another action adventure with small creatures causing big trouble. The Commando Elite are toy action figures programmed to annihilate another toy group, the Gorgonites. Before the Elite have been tested, however, Alan (Gregory Smith), the son of a toy store owner, opens them prematurely, setting off a brutal war. The Elite destroy the Gorgonites and attack the children playing with them, including Alan.

Lolita 1997 3.4 stars 137 mins Drama Rated: R

Humbert Humbert (Jeremy Irons) is a remarkable man with a poisonous wound: the indelible memory of a fated childhood love and a haunting urge to rediscover its lost passion through an obsession with a teenage girl named Lolita (Dominique Swain). Melanie Griffith co-stars as the girl's mother, a voluptuous widow with romantic plans of her own, in this faithful screen adaptation of Vladimir Nabokov's classic novel.

Prince of Homburg 1997 2.6 stars 120 mins Special Interest Rated: NR

The Broadway Theatre Archive presents another program in its series of televised plays from the 60s to the 80s. In Heinrich von Kleist's historical play, Prussia is fighting against the invading Swedish army. A Prussian nobleman goes against his military orders, and though his efforts defeat the invading forces, he is nonetheless sentenced to death. This poetic and touching play stars Frank Langella in the lead role.

The Bible Collection: Moses 1996 3.8 stars 182 mins Drama Rated: NR

An ordinary man is called upon by God to do the impossible in this lovingly told production of the Old Testament story. When the Pharaoh of Egypt begins to tighten the noose on his Jewish slaves, Moses (Ben Kingsley) leads them to freedom. Philip Stone, Anthony Higgins, Anton Lesser and Anita Zagaria are featured in this award-winning installment from TNT's "greatest stories of the Bible" series directed by Roger Young.

Eddie 1996 3.0 stars 100 mins Comedy Rated: PG-13

Eddie (Whoopi Goldberg) channels her late husband's passion for basketball by coaching inner-city kids and cheering the New York Knicks, who are plagued by a losing streak. In a quirky twist, Eddie becomes the Knicks' new coach and promptly whips them into shape. Guest appearances by few National Basketball Association players, including Dennis Rodman, John Salley, Malik Sealy and Spud Webb, make this sports comedy a slam-dunk.

Mummies: Disc 1 1996 100 mins Documentary Rated: NR

This disc includes the episodes "Great Pyramids" and "The Sphinx."

Mummies: Disc 2 1996 100 mins Documentary Rated: NR

This disc includes the episodes "Hieroglyphs," and "King Tut."

Bad Company 1995 3.1 stars 108 mins Thrillers Rated: R

A former CIA agent (Laurence Fishburne), supposedly at a loss for what to do after the Cold War's demise, joins a private industrial firm that specializes in business espionage activities. But what at first seems to be a matter of simple spying turns into something more deadly ... and the danger is heightened when the agent begins an affair with his boss (Ellen Barkin).

Cutthroat Island 1995 3.1 stars 118 mins Action & Adventure Rated: PG-13

Ahh, the 1600s, when the men were daring...and so were the women. Geena Davis and Matthew Modine deliver nonstop action and adventure in this swashbuckling saga of ruthless pirates, buried treasure and bloodthirsty betrayal. A pirate's beautiful daughter (Davis) inherits command of her father's ship. She and her crew set sail to avenge his death and lay claim to the treasure of Cutthroat Island.

Brainscan 1994 3.3 stars 94 mins Horror Rated: R

Michael (Edward Furlong) is a typical suburban teenager. Isolated from his distant father and dead mother, he finds refuge in horror fanzines and gory slasher flicks. When he plugs into Brainscan, an interactive game where the player initiates all-too-real murders, he's confident he can beat the wisecracking game master … until he finds a severed foot in the fridge and belatedly realizes there may be more to Brainscan than he realizes!

Junior

1994 3.0 stars 109 mins Comedy Rated: PG-13

Their research threatened when they fail to nab a grant, two fertility doctors, Alex Hesse (Arnold Schwarzenneger) and Larry Arbogast (Danny DeVito), test their theory and implant Hesse with an embryo. They'd initially planned to terminate the pregnancy after the first 3 months, but Mr. Mom-to-be soon decides to go the whole 9 months ... morning sickness, stretch marks and all. Plus, Hesse is smitten with a fellow scientist (Emma Thompson).

Doomsday Gun 1994 3.1 stars 106 mins Drama Rated: NR

This docudrama tells the story of Dr. Gerald Bull (Frank Langella), a brilliant weapons manufacturer who was assassinated before he could deliver the ultimate missile -- a "Doomsday Gun" -- to Saddam Hussein. The Iraqi dictator wanted the missile for use in his war with Iran, but both the American and Israeli Secret Service saw to eliminate the potential threat posed by Saddam acquiring such a weapon. Alan Arkin and Kevin Spacey co-star.

Star Trek: DS9: Season 2: Disc 1 1993 168 mins Television Rated: NR

This disc includes the following episodes: "The Homecoming," "The Circle," "The Siege" and "Invasive Procedures."

Star Trek: DS9: Season 2: Disc 2 1993 168 mins Television Rated: NR

This disc includes the following episodes: "Cardassians," "Melora," "Rules of Acquisition" and "Necessary Evil."

Star Trek: DS9: Season 2: Disc 3 1993 168 mins Television Rated: NR

This disc includes the following episodes: "Second Sight," "Sanctuary," "Rivals" and "The Alternate."

Star Trek: DS9: Season 2: Disc 4 1993 168 mins Television Rated: NR

This disc includes the following episodes: "Armageddon Game," "Whispers," "Paradise" and "Shadow Play."

Star Trek: DS9: Season 2: Disc 5 1993 168 mins Television Rated: NR

This disc includes the following episodes: "Playing God," "Profit and Loss," "Blood Oath" and "The Maquis, Part 1."

Star Trek: DS9: Season 2: Disc 6 1993 168 mins Television Rated: NR

This disc includes the following episodes: "The Maquis, Part II," "The Wire," "Crossover" and "The Collaborator."

Star Trek: DS9: Season 2: Disc 7 1993 168 mins Television Rated: NR

This disc includes the following episodes: "Tribunal" and "The Jem'Hadar." Also included are special features, which consist of five featurettes: "New Frontiers: The Story of Deep Space Nine"; "Michael Westmore's Aliens - Season Two"; "Deep Space Nine Sketchbook: Season Two"; "Crew Dossier: Jadzia Dax"; and "New Station, New Ships."

Star Trek: DS9: Season 2 1993 4.0 stars 1182 mins Television Rated: NR

Commander Benjamin Sisko (Avery Brooks) heads the crew of Deep Space Nine -- including Odo (Rene Auberjonois), Worf (Michael Dom), Dax (Terry Farrell) and others -- as it travels through space, trying to keep both the ship and the areas it travels safe, secure and free. One of the first (and greatest) challenges the intrepid voyagers face is the violence of the Dominion, a group composed partially of the shape-shifting Changelings.

Dave

1993 3.7 stars 105 mins Comedy Rated: PG-13

Dave Kovic (Kevin Kline) looks so much like President Bill Mitchell that he's asked to stand in for him after the chief executive suffers an unexpected stroke. Stuck in the White House till Mitchell's staff (led by an unctuous Frank Langella) can decide what to do, Dave gets into the part, passing legislation and even developing a crush on Mitchell's estranged First Lady (Sigourney Weaver). Ivan Reitman directed this charming political comedy.

Body of Evidence Nominated For/Won Awards

1993 2.8 stars 99 mins Thrillers Rated: R

until 01-Jun-2010

Rebecca Carlson (Madonna), a powerful, intelligent, successful and breathtakingly beautiful woman, is on trial for the murder of her wealthy, older lover, whom the D.A. (Joe Mantegna) is convinced died as a result of an intense lovemaking session. It's up to Rebecca's attorney (Willem Dafoe) to prove her innocence ... but when he becomes entangled in her web of erotic game-playing, he too may be endangered by her passion.

Masters of the Universe Nominated For/Won Awards

1987 3.1 stars 106 mins Action & Adventure Rated: PG

The wildly popular 1980s action figures spawned cartoon show, a comic book and finally this live-action feature film. Dolph Lundgren plays the cosmic hero He-Man, who comes to earth to prevent Skeletor (Frank Langella) and Evil-Lyn (Meg Foster) from taking over the planet. The supporting cast includes Billy Barty and Courteney Cox in her feature debut. Bill Conti (Rocky) provides the music.

And God Created Woman Nominated For/Won Awards

1987 2.5 stars 100 mins Drama Rated: R

Director Roger Vadim updates his 1956 film with Rebecca De Mornay replacing Brigette Bardot as the femme fatale in this tale about a woman who uses her considerable charms to get a fresh start in life. From hitching a ride in a politician's (Frank Langella) limo as she escapes from prison to marrying a young carpenter (Vincent Spano) to get parole (after she lands back in the joint), Robin uses the men she encounters to advance her own goals.

Dracula 1979 3.2 stars 109 mins Horror Rated: R

Seeking refuge in the seaside home of a doctor (Donald Pleasence) and his daughter (Kate Nelligan), seductive shipwreck survivor Dracula (Frank Langella, reprising his Broadway role) works his deadly magic on a nubile houseguest (Jan Francis). Soon the noted vampire hunter Van Helsing (Laurence Olivier) is called to the scene. Dynamite performances and a moody score from John Williams highlight this stylish retelling of the horror classic.

The Seagull 1975 3.0 stars 117 mins Classics Rated: NR

until 01-May-2010

Anton Chekhov's play "The Seagull" is brought to life in this acclaimed 1975 production directed by John Desmond. Seeking to reform the theater, Konstantin (Frank Langella) has written an experimental play with the lead to be acted by his beloved, Nina (Blythe Danner). He arranges the first performance to take place at a country estate, but the presence of his self-absorbed mother (Lee Grant) and her novelist lover disrupts the production.

The Mark of Zorro 1974 3.3 stars 78 mins Action & Adventure Rated: NR

Don Diego Vega (Frank Langella), son of a nobleman, returns from school abroad to find his beloved California under the thumb of the ruthless Don Quintero (Robert Middleton). Pledging vengeance, the foppish Vega assumes the alter ego of Zorro, masked hero and savior of his people. Ricardo Montalban and Yvonne De Carlo co-star in this adaptation of the first Zorro story.

The Twelve Chairs Nominated For/Won Awards

1970 3.2 stars 94 mins Classics Rated: G

In this comedy directed by Mel Brooks, an aging ex-nobleman of the Czarist regime has finally adjusted to life under the Communist commissars in Russia. When he and the local priest find that a fortune in family jewels were hidden in a chair (one of a set of twelve) in the nobleman's estate, they return separately to Moscow to root out the loot. Stars Ron Moody, Frank Langella and Dom DeLuise.

The Twelve Chairs 1970 3.0 stars 94 mins Classics Rated: G

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