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1. The Truman Show (1998)
PG | 103 min | Comedy, Drama
An insurance salesman discovers his whole life is actually a reality TV show.
Director: Peter Weir | Stars: Jim Carrey, Ed Harris, Laura Linney, Noah Emmerich
Votes: 1,200,739 | Gross: $125.62M
2. Dead Poets Society (1989)
PG | 128 min | Comedy, Drama
Maverick teacher John Keating returns in 1959 to the prestigious New England boys' boarding school where he was once a star student, using poetry to embolden his pupils to new heights of self-expression.
Director: Peter Weir | Stars: Robin Williams, Robert Sean Leonard, Ethan Hawke, Josh Charles
Votes: 548,551 | Gross: $95.86M
3. Wake in Fright (1971)
R | 109 min | Drama, Thriller
After a bad gambling bet, a schoolteacher is marooned in a town full of crazy, drunk, violent men who threaten to make him just as crazy, drunk, and violent.
Director: Ted Kotcheff | Stars: Donald Pleasence, Gary Bond, Chips Rafferty, Sylvia Kay
Votes: 14,118 | Gross: $0.05M
4. 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: 104,969 | Gross: $68.71M
5. Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World (2003)
PG-13 | 138 min | Action, Adventure, Drama
During the Napoleonic Wars, a brash British captain pushes his ship and crew to their limits in pursuit of a formidable French war vessel around South America.
Director: Peter Weir | Stars: Russell Crowe, Paul Bettany, Billy Boyd, James D'Arcy
Votes: 238,505 | Gross: $93.93M
6. The Way Back (I) (2010)
PG-13 | 133 min | Adventure, Drama, History
Siberian gulag escapees travel four thousand miles by foot to freedom in India.
Director: Peter Weir | Stars: Jim Sturgess, Ed Harris, Colin Farrell, Dragos Bucur
Votes: 122,195 | Gross: $2.70M
7. Picnic at Hanging Rock (1975)
PG | 115 min | Drama, Mystery
During a rural summer picnic, a few students and a teacher from an Australian girls' school vanish without a trace. Their absence frustrates and haunts the people left behind.
Director: Peter Weir | Stars: Rachel Roberts, Anne-Louise Lambert, Vivean Gray, Helen Morse
Votes: 41,206 | Gross: $0.23M
8. The Mosquito Coast (1986)
PG | 117 min | Adventure, Drama, Thriller
An inventor spurns his city life and moves his family into the jungles of Central America to make a utopia.
Director: Peter Weir | Stars: Harrison Ford, Helen Mirren, River Phoenix, Jadrien Steele
Votes: 31,273 | Gross: $14.30M
9. The Year of Living Dangerously (1982)
PG | 115 min | Drama, Romance, War
A young Australian reporter tries to navigate the political turmoil of Indonesia during the rule of President Sukarno with the help of a diminutive photographer.
Director: Peter Weir | Stars: Mel Gibson, Sigourney Weaver, Linda Hunt, Bembol Roco
Votes: 22,950 | Gross: $10.28M
10. Gallipoli (1981)
PG | 110 min | Adventure, Drama, History
Two Australian sprinters face the brutal realities of war when they are sent to fight in the Gallipoli campaign in Turkey during World War I.
Director: Peter Weir | Stars: Mel Gibson, Mark Lee, Bill Kerr, Harold Hopkins
Votes: 42,057 | Gross: $5.73M
11. All Is Lost (2013)
PG-13 | 106 min | Action, Adventure, Drama
After a collision with a shipping container at sea, a resourceful sailor finds himself, despite all efforts to the contrary, staring his mortality in the face.
Director: J.C. Chandor | Star: Robert Redford
Votes: 83,917 | Gross: $6.26M
12. Fearless (1993)
R | 122 min | Drama, Thriller
A man's personality is dramatically changed after surviving a major airline crash.
Director: Peter Weir | Stars: Jeff Bridges, Isabella Rossellini, Rosie Perez, Tom Hulce
Votes: 24,618 | Gross: $7.00M
13. Green Card (1990)
PG-13 | 107 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance
A man wanting to stay in the US enters into a marriage of convenience, but it turns into more than that.
Director: Peter Weir | Stars: Gérard Depardieu, Andie MacDowell, Bebe Neuwirth, Gregg Edelman
Votes: 25,891 | Gross: $29.89M
14. The Last Wave (1977)
PG | 106 min | Drama, Fantasy, Mystery
A Sydney lawyer defends five Aboriginal Persons in a ritualized taboo murder and in the process learns disturbing things about himself and premonitions.
Director: Peter Weir | Stars: Richard Chamberlain, Olivia Hamnett, David Gulpilil, Frederick Parslow
Votes: 11,058
15. The Cars That Ate Paris (1974)
PG | 88 min | Comedy, Horror, Sci-Fi
The small town of Paris, Australia deliberately causes car accidents, then sells/salvages all valuables from the wrecks as a means of economy.
Director: Peter Weir | Stars: Terry Camilleri, John Meillon, Kevin Miles, Rick Scully
Votes: 4,436
16. Made in Hollywood (2005– )
TV-PG | 60 min | Documentary, Talk-Show
"Made In Hollywood" provides an inside look at the new movie and DVD releases, bringing superstar talent and Hollywood magic to you.
Stars: Kylie Erica Mar, Julie L. Harkness, Patrick Stinson, Rahsan-Rahsan Lindsay
Votes: 448
17. The Plumber (1979 TV Movie)
Not Rated | 76 min | Horror, Thriller
A young couple, living in a campus apartment complex, are repeatedly harassed by an eccentric plumber, who subjects them to a series of bizarre mind games while making unnecessary repairs to their bathroom.
Director: Peter Weir | Stars: Judy Morris, Ivar Kants, Robert Coleby, Candy Raymond
Votes: 2,588
18. The Truman Show: Tru-Talk (1998 TV Movie)
TV-PG | 22 min | Comedy, Drama
Get a behind-the-scenes look at The Truman Show, hosted by Tru-Talk's very own Mike Michaelson.
Director: Michael J. McAlister | Stars: Jim Carrey, Laura Linney, Ed Harris, Holland Taylor
Votes: 148
19. Wogan (1982–1992)
35 min | Talk-Show
Terry Wogan hosts his own long-running chat show, where he interviews a variety of guests, from public life to celebrities. Also featured are regular musical guests performing their latest songs.
Stars: Terry Wogan, Sue Lawley, Joanna Lumley, Gloria Hunniford
Votes: 314
20. Breakfast (2000– )
180 min | News, Talk-Show
The BBC's flagship morning news programme covering current affairs, business and sports, plus guest interviews and weather reports.
Stars: Charlie Stayt, Carol Kirkwood, Bill Turnbull, Sian Williams
Votes: 420
21. HBO First Look (1992– )
13 min | Documentary, Short
Behind-the-scenes look at upcoming feature films, featuring interview commentary with their casts and crews.
Stars: Tom Hanks, Sandra Bullock, Steven Spielberg, Matt Damon
Votes: 482
22. Timeless Heroes: Indiana Jones and Harrison Ford (2023)
90 min | Documentary
Documentary exploring actor Harrison Ford's enduring appeal and his upbringing, including his foray into the entertainment business, his casting in the "Indiana Jones" franchise and the impact and inspiration generated by the films.
Director: Laurent Bouzereau | Stars: Harrison Ford, Phoebe Waller-Bridge, Kathleen Kennedy, Frank Marshall
Votes: 671
23. Making Waves: The Art of Cinematic Sound (2019)
Unrated | 94 min | Documentary
An exploration of the history and emotional power of cinema sound, as revealed by legendary sound designers and visionary directors, via interviews, clips from movies, and a look at their actual process of creation and discovery.
Director: Midge Costin | Stars: Gary Rydstrom, Steven Spielberg, Teresa Eckton, Thomas A. Edison
Votes: 2,250
24. Hollywood Insider (2018– )
Talk-Show
A show focused on substance and meaningful entertainment while staying away from gossip and scandal.
Stars: Pritan Ambroase, Leonardo DiCaprio, Tom Holland, Margot Robbie
Votes: 1,418
25. The Keep (I)
Thriller | Announced
Two cousins with a shared secret move into a haunted castle that turns dreams and nightmares into reality.
Director: Peter Weir
26. The World About Us (1967–1987)
60 min | Documentary
A documentary series with a broad remit of geography, anthropology, and natural history subjects.
Stars: Hugh Falkus, David Attenborough, Barry Paine, Jacques-Yves Cousteau
Votes: 37
27. Larry King Live (1985–2010)
TV-14 | 60 min | News, Talk-Show
Popular and controversial journalist Larry King hosts this CNN call-in talk show.
Stars: Larry King, Bob Woodward, Ryan Seacrest, Bill Maher
Votes: 1,266
28. Luke's Kingdom (1976)
676 min | Drama, Western
Luke Firbeck is determined that his settlement in the outback is going to be his kingdom. He is ruthless. He has a deep attraction for his sister, Jassy.
Stars: Oliver Tobias, James Condon, Elizabeth Crosby, Gerard Maguire
Votes: 78
29. Días de cine (1991– )
60 min | News
Antonio Gasset hosts this show in which recently released movies and DVDs are thoughtfully discussed in a documentary-like way.
Stars: Gerardo Sánchez, Elena S. Sánchez, Antonio Gasset, Cayetana Guillén Cuervo
Votes: 334
30. The Aunty Jack Show (1972–1973)
30 min | Comedy
A large, violent, masculine, mustached, boxing glove-wearing, motorcycle riding woman and her troupe of other off-beat characters.
Stars: Grahame Bond, Rory O'Donoghue, Sandra McGregor, John Derum
Votes: 92
31. The 62nd Annual Academy Awards (1990 TV Special)
Family
Award of the American academy of cinematographic arts and sciences, from 1940 known as "Oscar", - American film award created in 1929 and traditionally handed to the figures of ... See full summary »
Director: Jeff Margolis | Stars: Billy Crystal, Paula Abdul, Isabelle Adjani, Danny Aiello
Votes: 391
32. Peter Weir: Short Film Collection (2005 Video)
101 min | Comedy, Drama
Director: Peter Weir | Stars: Kosta Akon, Grahame Bond, Richard Brennan, Matthew Burton
Votes: 16
33. The 56th Annual Golden Globe Awards (1999 TV Special)
The 56th Annual Golden Globe Awards give out prestigious awards to some of America's favorite entertainers in film and television!
Stars: Ben Affleck, Gillian Anderson, Ann-Margret, Christina Applegate
Votes: 106
34. Whatever Happened to Green Valley? (1973)
56 min | Documentary
Green Valley was a housing commission estate in western Sydney, much maligned by the media of the day.
Director: Peter Weir | Stars: Peter Weir, Ron Whittle, Frank Scambray, Stephen Jurd
Votes: 75
35. The Hour (2004–2014)
60 min | Comedy, Music, News
A Canadian talk show hosted by George Stroumboulopoulos.
Stars: George Stroumboulopoulos, Ali Hassan, Naomi Snieckus, Liz Walaszczyk
Votes: 653
36. Tinseltown TV (2002–2004)
60 min | Music, News
Five camera crews are in action all week bringing audiences the best in film premieres, behind the scenes exclusives, music events, fashion shows and celebrity parties across the globe.
Stars: Clint Eastwood, Matt Damon, Jennifer Love Hewitt, Dustin Hoffman
Votes: 931
37. Homesdale (1971)
50 min | Comedy, Drama
Guests arrive at an expensive private guest house on a remote island near Sydney. The guest house and weird activities, like theatre sports and orienteering, are run by a leery eccentric. ... See full summary »
Director: Peter Weir | Stars: Geoff Malone, Grahame Bond, Kate Fitzpatrick, Barry Donnelly
Votes: 260
38. The 71st Annual Academy Awards (1999 TV Special)
Family
Award of the American academy of cinematographic arts and sciences, from 1940 known as "Oscar", - American film award created in 1929 and traditionally handed to the figures of ... See full summary »
Director: Louis J. Horvitz | Stars: Whoopi Goldberg, Ben Affleck, Debbie Allen, Gene Autry
Votes: 662
39. Three to Go (1971)
90 min | Drama
Three stories, each presenting a young Australian at a moment of decision about their future.
Directors: Brian Hannant, Oliver Howes, Peter Weir | Stars: Matthew Burton, Grahame Bond, Peter Colville, Georgina West
Votes: 124
40. Blackfellas (1993)
95 min | Drama
An Aboriginal man is caught between his allegiance to his people and his aspirations to escape the cycle of self-destructive behaviour.
Director: James Ricketson | Stars: John Moore, David Ngoombujarra, Jaylene Riley, Lisa Kinchela
Votes: 129
41. Tonight Live with Steve Vizard (1990–1993)
Comedy
A standard Tonight Show concept of a host interviewing celebrities with a comedic slant, intertwined with musical acts
Stars: Steve Vizard, Paul Grabowsky, Jennifer Keyte, Jerry Hall
Votes: 51
42. Made in Hollywood: Teen Edition (2006– )
TV-G | 30 min | Short, Talk-Show
Shows exclusive information on how teens can be in the motion picture industry.
Stars: Kylie Erica Mar, Madisen Hill, Ron Clements, Lee Unkrich
Votes: 84
43. Cinema 3 (1984–2016)
News
Stars: Jaume Figueras, Crisol Tuà, Monts Llussà, Àlex Gorina
Votes: 230
44. Nosferatu vs. Father Pipecock & Sister Funk (2014)
134 min | Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy
A man goes to visit Count Orlock, a deviant, adulterous, shape-shifting Transylvanian vampire.
Directors: Tony Watt, John Migliore, Vivita | Stars: Max Schreck, Vivita, Tony Watt, John Migliore
Votes: 160
45. Heart, Head and Hand (1979)
24 min | Short
A short documentary on the work and craft of ceramist and teacher Peter Rushforth. The film presents his countless works and the skills used in his pottery creations and also dwells about ... See full summary »
Director: Peter Weir | Stars: Janet DeBoos, Mollie Douglas, Stephen Harrison, Janine King
46. The Mavis Bramston Show (1964–1968)
55 min | Comedy
Stars: Barbara Angell, John Bluthal, Noeline Brown, Gordon Chater
Votes: 38
47. The Life and Times of the Reverend Buck Shotte (1968 TV Movie)
37 min
Director: Peter Weir | Stars: Grahame Bond, Johnny Lockwood, Peter Weir
Votes: 18
48. Quan arribin els marcians (2017– )
Talk-Show
Stars: Txe Arana, Joan Crosas, Jofre Font, Lluís Salgado
Votes: 11
49. De película (1982–1990)
60 min
Stars: Isabel Mestres, José Ruiz, Emilio Linder, María Salerno
Votes: 137
50. You Can't See Round Corners (1967)
30 min | Drama, History
Drama series You Can't See Around Corners saw much of it's plot centering around a young woman's love affair with an army deserter at the height of the Vietnam war.
Stars: Ken Shorter, Rowena Wallace, Slim DeGrey, Lyndall Barbour
Votes: 12