Sort by Popularity - Most Popular Movies and TV Shows tagged with keyword "reference-to-michaelangelo"

1. Alien: Covenant (2017)

R | 122 min | Horror, Sci-Fi, Thriller

The crew of a colony ship, bound for a remote planet, discover an uncharted paradise with a threat beyond their imagination, and must attempt a harrowing escape.

Director: Ridley Scott | Stars: Michael Fassbender, Katherine Waterston, Billy Crudup, Danny McBride

Votes: 303,951 | Gross: $74.26M

2. Midnight in Paris (2011)

PG-13 | 94 min | Comedy, Fantasy, Romance

While on a trip to Paris with his fiancée's family, a nostalgic screenwriter finds himself mysteriously going back to the 1920s every day at midnight.

Director: Woody Allen | Stars: Owen Wilson, Rachel McAdams, Kathy Bates, Kurt Fuller

Votes: 449,867 | Gross: $56.82M

3. A Wrinkle in Time (2018)

PG | 109 min | Adventure, Drama, Family

After the disappearance of her scientist father, three peculiar beings send Meg, her brother, and her friend to space in order to find him.

Director: Ava DuVernay | Stars: Storm Reid, Oprah Winfrey, Reese Witherspoon, Mindy Kaling

Votes: 47,792 | Gross: $100.48M

4. Running Scared (1986)

R | 107 min | Action, Comedy, Crime

Two street-wise Chicago cops have to shake off some rust after returning from a Key West vacation to pursue a drug dealer who nearly killed them in the past.

Director: Peter Hyams | Stars: Gregory Hines, Billy Crystal, Steven Bauer, Darlanne Fluegel

Votes: 14,999 | Gross: $38.50M

5. The Last Vermeer (2019)

R | 118 min | Drama, War

An artist is suspected of selling a valuable painting to the Nazis, but there is more to the story than meets the eye.

Director: Dan Friedkin | Stars: Guy Pearce, Claes Bang, Vicky Krieps, Roland Møller

Votes: 5,739

6. Vox Lux (2018)

R | 114 min | Drama, Music

An unusual set of circumstances brings unexpected success to a pop star.

Director: Brady Corbet | Stars: Natalie Portman, Jude Law, Stacy Martin, Jennifer Ehle

Votes: 19,575 | Gross: $0.73M

7. Somebody Up There Likes Me (1956)

Passed | 113 min | Biography, Drama, Sport

Boxer Rocky Graziano's biopic, based on his autobiography, from childhood to his World Middleweight Championship title win at age 28 in 1947.

Director: Robert Wise | Stars: Paul Newman, Pier Angeli, Everett Sloane, Eileen Heckart

Votes: 9,021

8. American Night (2021)

R | 123 min | Action, Crime, Drama

A courier carrying Andy Warhol's famous "Pink Marilyn" arrives in New York City. Art and life collide - as John Kaplan tries to juggle the mob and his talent as an art forger with his love for Sarah Flores - and chaos ensues.

Director: Alessio Della Valle | Stars: Jonathan Rhys Meyers, Emile Hirsch, Paz Vega, Jeremy Piven

Votes: 4,032

9. Light in the Piazza (1962)

Not Rated | 102 min | Drama, Romance

Upper class Americans Noel and Meg Johnson have a twenty-six year old daughter named Clara Johnson. Clara suffered a head injury as a child which resulted in her being mentally disabled. ... See full summary »

Director: Guy Green | Stars: Olivia de Havilland, George Hamilton, Yvette Mimieux, Rossano Brazzi

Votes: 1,923

10. The Ratings Game (1984 TV Movie)

Not Rated | 102 min | Comedy, Romance

A newly rich New Jersey trucker moves to Hollywood and creates a slew of hit TV shows by manipulating the ratings system with help from his girlfriend in the ratings business.

Director: Danny DeVito | Stars: Danny DeVito, Rhea Perlman, Gerrit Graham, Bernadette Birkett

Votes: 825

11. Never Say Goodbye (1946)

Approved | 97 min | Comedy

After divorce, 7-year-old Flip is unhappy. She begins corresponding with a Marine, sending him a photo of Ellen pretending she wrote the flirtatious letters. When the Marine arrives to meet his pen pal, Ellen uses it to make Phil jealous.

Director: James V. Kern | Stars: Errol Flynn, Eleanor Parker, Lucile Watson, S.Z. Sakall

Votes: 1,315

12. The Love God? (1969)

PG-13 | 101 min | Comedy

Abner Audubon Peacock (Don Knotts) is the publisher of a bird-watcher's magazine which is converted into a girlie mag by an unscrupulous operator Osborn Tremaine (Edmond O'Brien).

Director: Nat Hiken | Stars: Don Knotts, Anne Francis, Edmond O'Brien, James Gregory

Votes: 1,093

13. Bedlam (2015)

R | 102 min | Horror, Thriller

George is a haunted man. He enters Bedlam Hospital for a guaranteed recovery, but it is a world darker than even his demons could conjure. Once, he fought for sanity, now he fights to survive. Welcome to Bedlam.

Director: Chew Barker | Stars: Guy Edmonds, John Boxer, Peter McAllum, Cassandra Swaby

Votes: 287

14. Pieta in the Toilet (2015)

120 min | Drama

Hiroshi is an art school graduate who abandoned his dream as an artist to work as a window cleaner. When he realizes he has only three months left in his life, he meets a high school ... See full summary »

Director: Daishi Matsunaga | Stars: Yôjirô Noda, Hana Sugisaki, Lily Franky, Kanji Furutachi

Votes: 302

15. Changing Habits (1997)

R | 95 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance

An artist (Moira Kelly) decides to put her troubles with men and evictions behind her by moving to a convent, so she can work for her keep. Is her art an opportunity for the sisters to save the convent from closure?

Director: Lynn Roth | Stars: Moira Kelly, Taylor Negron, Teri Garr, Eileen Brennan

Votes: 370

16. RiffTrax Live: House on Haunted Hill (2010)

116 min | Comedy, Horror

Hosted from Nashville on October 28th, 2010, the RiffTrax guys riff on "House on Haunted Hill (1959)" while also watching the short subjects "Paper and I (1960)" and "Magical Disappearing Money (1972)". Comedian, actor, and writer Paul F. Tompkins guest stars.

Stars: Bill Corbett, Kevin Murphy, Michael J. Nelson, Paul F. Tompkins

Votes: 331

17. The Addams Family (1964–1966)
Episode: Halloween - Addams Style (1965)

TV-G | 25 min | Comedy, Family, Horror

It's Halloween and, despite salamander sandwiches and a fresh porcupine taffy, Wednesday's upset. A neighbor told her there aren't any real witches or goblins. Since Morticia and Gomez ... See full summary »

Director: Sidney Lanfield | Stars: Carolyn Jones, John Astin, Jackie Coogan, Ted Cassidy

Votes: 222

18. The Addams Family (1964–1966)
Episode: Morticia, the Sculptress (1965)

TV-G | 25 min | Comedy, Family, Horror

When Morticia declares she's bored and needs an outlet for her creativity, Gomez suggests several possibilities, including sculpting. This strikes a chord in her and immediately she throws ... See full summary »

Director: Sidney Lanfield | Stars: Carolyn Jones, John Astin, Jackie Coogan, Ted Cassidy

Votes: 202

19. All in the Family (1971–1979)
Episode: The First and Last Supper (1971)

TV-PG | 26 min | Comedy, Drama

Edith invites Henry and Louise Jefferson over for dinner, ruining Archie's plans to go to a Mets game. Before dinner, Archie and Henry start a debate over racial matters.

Director: John Rich | Stars: Carroll O'Connor, Jean Stapleton, Rob Reiner, Sally Struthers

Votes: 324

20. Lovejoy (1986–1994)
Episode: Friends, Romans and Enemies (1986)

TV-14 | 57 min | Comedy, Crime, Drama

While reviewing articles from an estate sale of an eccentric engineer, Lovejoy uncovers clues that lead him to an ancient Roman grave.

Director: Ken Hannam | Stars: Ian McShane, Phyllis Logan, Dudley Sutton, Malcolm Tierney

Votes: 103

21. Sanford and Son (1972–1978)
Episode: The Reverend Sanford (1977)

TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy

To avoid paying taxes, Fred buys a mail-order clergy ordination and transforms his home into the Chapel on the Junkpile for the church of the Seventh-Day Junkists.

Director: Russ Petranto | Stars: Redd Foxx, Demond Wilson, LaWanda Page, Don Bexley

Votes: 104

22. Star Trek: The Next Generation (1987–1994)
Episode: Birthright, Part I (1993)

TV-PG | 46 min | Action, Adventure, Drama

While visiting Deep Space 9, a Yridian tells Worf his father lives, and a discharge from an alien device puts Data in a dream state where he meets his own father.

Director: Winrich Kolbe | Stars: Patrick Stewart, Jonathan Frakes, LeVar Burton, Michael Dorn

Votes: 2,955

23. Three's Company (1976–1984)
Episode: The Love Lesson (1980)

TV-PG | Comedy

Furley takes it upon himself to try to "convert" Jack and show him how to pick up women.

Director: Dave Powers | Stars: John Ritter, Joyce DeWitt, Suzanne Somers, Richard Kline

Votes: 186

24. 9-1-1 (2018– )
Episode: Sink or Swim (2019)

TV-14 | 42 min | Action, Drama, Thriller

A massive tsunami hits the Santa Monica Pier, placing Buck and Christopher's lives in danger.

Director: Bradley Buecker | Stars: Angela Bassett, Peter Krause, Jennifer Love Hewitt, Oliver Stark

Votes: 1,712

25. Des (2020)
Episode: Episode #1.1 (2020)

Not Rated | 47 min | Crime, Drama, History

On 9th February 1983, a grisly discovery alerts Hornsey Police to a serial killer, operating under their noses for years. DCI Peter Jay is stunned when meek Dennis 'Des' Nilsen freely admits to killing multiple men without knowing why.

Director: Lewis Arnold | Stars: David Tennant, Daniel Mays, Jason Watkins, Ron Cook

Votes: 928

26. The Queen's Gambit (2020)
Episode: End Game (2020)

TV-MA | 68 min | Drama

A visit from an old friend forces Beth to reckon with her past and rethink her priorities, just in time for the biggest match of her life.

Director: Scott Frank | Stars: Anya Taylor-Joy, Bill Camp, Marielle Heller, Thomas Brodie-Sangster

Votes: 13,402

27. Prodigal Son (2019–2021)
Episode: Speak of the Devil (2021)

TV-14 | 43 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery

When a priest is found murdered in his place of worship, Bright grapples with its effect on his own trauma; Ainsley grows worried that Jessica is keeping something from her regarding her relationship with Gil.

Director: Antonio Negret | Stars: Tom Payne, Lou Diamond Phillips, Halston Sage, Aurora Perrineau

Votes: 729

28. Great Artists with Tim Marlow (2001– )
Episode: Piero Della Francesca (2003)

23 min | Documentary

The first episode looks at the life and work of the 15th century Italian artist Piero della Francesca. With only 26 surviving works Piero has been seen as one of the mystery men of western art.

29. Great Artists with Tim Marlow (2001– )
Episode: Caravaggio (2003)

23 min | Documentary

Caravaggio lived a brief and tumultuous life, mocking authority and even murdering a man; but he always painted, bringing religious art to life in paintings so powerful and naturalistic that some saw them as miracles in themselves.

30. Life After People (2009–2010)
Episode: The Bodies Left Behind (2009)

TV-PG | 44 min | Documentary, Sci-Fi

Looks at the future of Boston and Houston after people disappear. It also looks at what will happen to the mummified and cryogenically frozen bodies that are left behind.

Director: James Grant Goldin | Stars: Timothy Watson, Robert Allison, John Anderson, Brian Burke-Gaffney

Votes: 75

31. Great Art Explained (2020– )
Episode: The Thinker by Rodin: Great Art Explained (2020)

16 min | Documentary

Auguste Rodin owes his greatness to an inspirational trip to Italy to view the works of Michalangelo. Some experts consider several of his greatest works, including the Thinker and the Kiss... See full summary »

Star: James Payne

32. Ryan Reeves (2014–2018)
Episode: Who Were the Borgias? (2017)

15 min | Documentary, History

The Borgia's are known today for everything that was wrong with the Cathlolic Church around the time of the Renaissance and Reformation. Do they deserve their infamous reputation or are ... See full summary »

Star: Ryan Reeves

33. CSI: Crime Scene Investigation (2000–2015)
Episode: Freaks & Geeks (2011)

TV-14 | 43 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery

The murder of a popular sideshow performer sends the team behind the scenes at a carnival freak show. Rachel is found sadistically slain, the team goes behind the scenes of the carnival freak show to find her killer.

Director: Alec Smight | Stars: Ted Danson, Marg Helgenberger, George Eads, Jorja Fox

Votes: 687

34. Max Nomad (2019– )
Episode: TOP 17 Things to do in MILAN Italy in 2022: New Normal Travel Guide (2020)

16 min | Documentary

Max visits the biggest attractions in Milan Italy and samples the local food, pastries and drinks.

Star: Max Nomad

35. Rules of Engagement (2007–2013)
Episode: Audrey's Shower (2012)

TV-14 | 22 min | Comedy, Romance

Jennifer may regret deciding to throw Audrey's shower after she puts the wrong date of the shower on the invitation. Jeff takes an instant liking to Brenda's clothes for some reason. ... See full summary »

Director: Ted Wass | Stars: Patrick Warburton, Megyn Price, Oliver Hudson, Bianca Kajlich

Votes: 431

36. Toxic Femininity (2019– )
Episode: ANOTHER stunning and brave female ROBIN HOOD (2023)

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Stars: Tom Connors, Keri Smith Esguia, Nina Infinity, Anna Mello

37. Beware the Batman (2013–2014)
Episode: Tests (2013)

TV-PG | 23 min | Animation, Action, Adventure

A new villain has arrived in Gotham to challenge Batman: Anarky who prides himself on his brilliance and intends to prove it to Batman by manipulating a pair of street thugs. But Anarky's real plan is far more devastating.

Directors: Curt Geda, Butch Lukic | Stars: Anthony Ruivivar, Carlos Alazraqui, JB Blanc, Arif S. Kinchen

Votes: 180

38. The Andrew Klavan Show (2015– )
Chris Pratt in Hell (2024 Podcast Episode)

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Star: Andrew Klavan

39. Great Artists with Tim Marlow (2001– )
Episode: Giotto (2001)

23 min | Documentary

The son of a Tuscan shepherd, Giotto di Bondone rose to become the most important artist of his age, kick starting the Renaissance with his naturalistic and emotive treatment of medieval Christian iconography.

Directors: Phil Grabsky, Ali Ray, Mehreen Saigol | Star: Tim Marlow

Votes: 11

40. Great Artists with Tim Marlow (2001– )
Episode: Leonardo (2001)

23 min | Documentary

Leonardo da Vinci's great masterpiece the Mona Lisa is undoubtedly the most famous painting in the history of art. Yet as is often remarked Leonardo was much more than an artist.

Directors: Phil Grabsky, Ali Ray, Mehreen Saigol | Star: Tim Marlow

Votes: 8

41. Great Artists with Tim Marlow (2001– )
Episode: El Greco (2001)

23 min | Documentary

The paintings of the artist El Greco are among the most distinctive works of the early modern period. His paintings marked a radical departure from the naturalism and careful modeling of ... See full summary »

Directors: Phil Grabsky, Ali Ray, Mehreen Saigol | Star: Tim Marlow

Votes: 6

42. CollegeHumor Originals (2006–2023)
Episode: 8 People Who Have Accomplished More Than You at Every Age (2015)

TV-MA | 3 min | Comedy

If you feel like a failure, it's probably because you relatively are.

Stars: George Basil, Andy Casillas, Casey Feigh, Ingrid Haas

43. Lost and Found (2013– )
Episode: Family Secrets Revealed (2013)

Documentary

An adoptee who was sold in a black-market baby ring searches for her birth mother; an old painting turns out to be valuable.

Director: Abhishek Bagchi | Stars: Kristi Abrams, Rachel Bernstein, Bonnie McAvoy, Micah Youmans

44. NCIS: New Orleans (2014–2021)
Episode: Billy and the Kid (2015)

TV-14 | 43 min | Action, Crime, Drama

A Marine's murder reveals new clues in the first case LaSalle and Pride worked together after Hurricane Katrina; a Thanksgiving celebration at Pride's bar.

Director: Mary Lou Belli | Stars: Scott Bakula, Lucas Black, Zoe McLellan, Rob Kerkovich

Votes: 327

45. CollegeHumor Originals (2006–2023)
Episode: If Google Was a Guy (Part 5) (2016)

TV-MA | 2 min | Comedy

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Director: Matt Enlow | Stars: Roger Anthony, Nathan Barnatt, Lilan Bowden, D'Arcy Carden

Votes: 30

46. Bull (2016–2022)
Episode: Never Saw the Sign (2016)

TV-14 | 42 min | Comedy, Crime, Drama

While defending a man charged with vehicular manslaughter, Bull discovers a connection between his client's trial and a corrupt state assemblyman who would greatly benefit if the accused is found guilty.

Director: Peter Leto | Stars: Michael Weatherly, Freddy Rodríguez, Geneva Carr, Jaime Lee Kirchner

Votes: 649

47. Talking Dead (2011– )
Episode: Time for After (2017)

TV-14 | 42 min | Talk-Show

Host Chris Hardwick and his guests David Mazouz, Austin Amelio, and Josh McDermitt discuss tonight's episode of The Walking Dead (2010).

Director: Russell Norman | Stars: Chris Hardwick, David Mazouz, Austin Amelio, Josh McDermitt

Votes: 50

48. Archer (2009–2023)
Episode: Archer: 1999 -- The Leftovers (2019)

TV-MA | 24 min | Animation, Action, Comedy

Pam's sandwich ruins everyone's dinner by releasing something deep inside of them.

Stars: H. Jon Benjamin, Judy Greer, Neal Holman, Amber Nash

Votes: 953

49. Ruining History (2017– )
Episode: Three Hilariously Terrible Popes (2018)

25 min | Comedy, History, Talk-Show

Demon pope, perv pope, and... well, you'll see.

Stars: Ryan Bergara, Aria Inthavong, Shane Madej, Fernando Padron Robles

Votes: 16

50. Modern Love (2019–2021)
Episode: At the Hospital, an Interlude of Clarity (2019)

TV-MA | 32 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance

There is never a good time to fall off your couch onto a martini glass and begin losing a dangerous amount of blood, but having this happen in the middle of a promising date is an especially bad time.

Director: Tom Hall | Stars: Sofia Boutella, John Gallagher Jr., Erinn Anova, Chris Kepford

Votes: 3,357