Samuel L. Jackson

Samuel L. Jackson

Birthday:Dec 21, 1948
Place of birth:Washington, D.C., USA

Filmography

2011
African Cats

African Cats

Documentary Adventure
7.5

20111h 29min

Director: Keith Scholey

African Cats captures the real-life love, humor and determination of the majestic kings of the savanna. The story features Mara, an endearing lion cub who strives to grow up with her mother’s strength, spirit and wisdom; Sita, a fearless cheetah and single mother of five mischievous newborns; and Fang, a proud leader of the pride who must defend his family from a once banished lion.


The Sunset Limited

The Sunset Limited

Drama TV Movie
7.3

20111h 30min

Director: Tommy Lee Jones

A deeply religious black ex-con thwarts the suicide attempt of an asocial white college professor who tries to throw himself in front of an oncoming subway train, 'The Sunset Limited.' As the one attempts to connect on a rational, spiritual and emotional level, the other remains steadfast in his hard-earned despair. Locked in a philosophical debate, both passionately defend their personal credos and try to convert the other.

2010
The Other Guys

The Other Guys

Comedy Action Satire Buddy Action
6.7

20101h 47min

United States

Director: Adam McKay

Unlike their heroic counterparts on the force, desk-bound NYPD detectives Gamble and Hoitz garner no headlines as they work day to day. When a seemingly minor case turns out to be a big deal, the two cops get the opportunity to finally prove to their comrades that they have the right stuff.


Unthinkable

Unthinkable

Drama Thriller Political Thriller
7.0

20101h 37min

United States

Director: Gregor Jordan

The government gets wind of a plot to destroy America involving a trio of nuclear weapons for which the whereabouts are unknown. It's up to a seasoned interrogator and an FBI agent to find out exactly where the nukes are.


Iron Man 2

Iron Man 2

Adventure Action Science Fiction Superhero Action Adventure Epic
6.9

20102h 4min

United States

Director: Jon Favreau

With the world now aware of his dual life as the armored superhero Iron Man, billionaire inventor Tony Stark faces pressure from the government, the press and the public to share his technology with the military. Unwilling to let go of his invention, Stark, with Pepper Potts and James 'Rhodey' Rhodes at his side, must forge new alliances – and confront powerful enemies.

2009
Afro Samurai: Resurrection

Afro Samurai: Resurrection

Animation Action Adventure Drama Fantasy
7.1

20091h 41min

United States, Japan

Director: Fuminori Kizaki

Afro Samurai avenged his father and found a life of peace. But the legendary master is forced back into the game by a beautiful and deadly woman from his past. The sparks of violence dropped along Afro’s bloody path now burn out of control – and nowhere are the flames of hatred more intense than in the eyes of Sio.

2007
1408

1408

Horror Mystery Supernatural Horror Locked-Room Mystery
6.8

20071h 44min

United States

Director: Mikael Håfström

A man who specializes in debunking paranormal occurrences checks into the fabled room 1408 in the Dolphin Hotel. Soon after settling in, he confronts genuine terror.

2006
Black Snake Moan

Black Snake Moan

Drama Relationship Drama
6.9

20061h 56min

United States

Director: Craig Brewer

A God-fearing bluesman takes to a wild young woman who, as a victim of childhood sexual abuse, is looking everywhere for love, but never quite finding it.

2005

When the sinister Sith unveil a thousand-year-old plot to rule the galaxy, the Republic crumbles and from its ashes rises the evil Galactic Empire. Jedi hero Anakin Skywalker must choose a side.


Coach Carter

Coach Carter

Drama History Historical Drama
7.3

20052h 16min

Germany, United States

Director: Thomas Carter

Based on a true story, in which Richmond High School head basketball coach Ken Carter made headlines in 1999 for benching his undefeated team due to poor academic results.