Movies Distributed by Touchstone Pictures

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List of Touchstone Pictures movies, listed alphabetically. Famous and notable films distributed by Touchstone Pictures are listed below, along with release information. The Touchstone Pictures films on this list contain movie trailers when available that you can view within this page. If the film was distributed by Touchstone Pictures, then it is on this list. Every film on this list wasn't produced by the distribution house of Touchstone Pictures, but only distributed. Although some places do both, this list is only a list of movies distributed by Touchstone Pictures. You can view additional information about these movies, such as who directed them and who starred in the film.

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  • 10 Things I Hate About You
    Heath Ledger, Julia Stiles, Joseph Gordon-Levitt
    Welcome to 10 Things I Hate About You, a modern-day Shakespearean twist that dances on the line of teen romance and biting comedy. Set in an American high school, this late-90s gem revolves around two Stratford sisters: the rebellious Kat (Julia Stiles) and her popular younger sister, Bianca (Larisa Oleynik). When Cameron (Joseph Gordon-Levitt), a new student smitten by Bianca, learns of their father's strict dating rule, he hatches a plan involving bad boy Patrick Verona (Heath Ledger) to woo Kat. Amidst clever banter and unexpected romances, the characters navigate the labyrinth of teenage angst, love, and self-discovery. Noted for its memorable performances and sharp wit, this film is a charming exploration of young love and personal transformation.
  • 2000 AD
    Aaron Kwok, Phyllis Quek, James Lye
    The death of his brother leads a young man (Aaron Kwok) to the discovery of a clandestine scheme to wreak havoc throughout Asia with a Y2K computer bug.
  • 25th Hour
    Ed Norton, Philip Seymour Hoffman, Barry Pepper
    In New York City in the days following the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, Monty Brogan (Edward Norton) steels himself for a lengthy jail term. Brogan is a convicted drug dealer about to start a seven-year prison sentence, and his final hours of freedom are devoted to hanging out with his closest buddies (Philip Seymour Hoffman, Barry Pepper) and trying to prepare his girlfriend, Naturelle Riviera (Rosario Dawson), for his extended absence.
  • Three Men and a Little Lady
    Tom Selleck, Steve Guttenberg, Ted Danson
    Peter (Tom Selleck), Michael (Steve Guttenberg) and Jack (Ted Danson) live with Jack's ex-girlfriend, Sylvia (Nancy Travis), and her daughter, Mary (Robin Weisman), whom the guys have raised since infancy. Sylvia is pursing a career on Broadway when she meets director Edward (Christopher Cazenove) and quickly falls in love with him. When Sylvia breaks the news that she's engaged and preparing to move to England, the guys realize that Edward may not have her and Mary's best interests at heart.
  • 3 Ninjas
    Victor Wong, Michael Treanor, Max Elliott Slade
    Young siblings Rocky (Michael Treanor), Colt (Max Elliott Slade) and Tum Tum Douglas (Chad Power) arrive for their summer stay with their Ninjutsu master grandpa (Victor Wong), who has passed down his vast knowledge of martial arts to the boys. But they're accosted by the criminal Snyder (Rand Kingsley), a rogue ex-student of Grandpa's who kidnaps the boys as part of a scheme to get to their FBI agent dad, Sam (Alan McRae). But Snyder doesn't know just how skilled his abductees are.
  • A Civil Action
    John Travolta, Robert Duvall, Tony Shalhoub
    In this legal thriller based on a true story, John Travolta stars as Jan Schlichtmann, a tenacious personal-injury attorney whose fierce determination entangles him in a case that threatens to destroy him. The case -- which appears straight forward -- instead evolves into a labyrinthine lawsuit of vast dimensions, in the intelligent, fast-paced drama, "A Civil Action."
  • A Lot like Love
    Ashton Kutcher, Amanda Peet, Kathryn Hahn
    When Oliver (Ashton Kutcher) and Emily (Amanda Peet) meet on an airplane, they feel an instant connection, but agree that they're wrong for each other. As the years pass and they live their separate lives, fate brings them together several times, and they become close friends. Any time one of them wants more out of the relationship, the other seems content with just being friends. If they wait too long, Oliver and Emily may miss any chance of spending their lives together.
  • A Simple Twist of Fate
    Steve Martin, Gabriel Byrne, Laura Linney
    Small-town recluse Michael McCann (Steve Martin) lives an isolated existence until unusual events pull him out of his shell. After his beloved coin collection is stolen, an orphaned toddler suddenly appears at his house. Unknown to Michael, who adopts the little girl, she is the illegitimate child of local politician John Newland (Gabriel Byrne), who keeps his secret to protect his reputation. Later, however, Newland decides to go public with his revelation, leading to a custody battle.
  • A Thousand Acres
    Michelle Pfeiffer, Michelle Williams, Jessica Lange
    A Thousand Acres is an American motion picture drama directed by Jocelyn Moorhouse, and starring Michelle Pfeiffer, Jessica Lange, Jennifer Jason Leigh and Jason Robards. It is an adaptation of the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel of the same name by Jane Smiley, which itself is a reworking of William Shakespeare's King Lear. The character of Larry Cook corresponds to the title character of that play, while the characters of Ginny, Rose and Caroline represent Lear's daughters Goneril, Regan and Cordelia. The dramatic catalyst in both works is the division of the father's estate among his three offspring, causing bitter rivalry and ultimately leading to tragedy.
  • Abandon
    Katie Holmes, Benjamin Bratt, Charlie Hunnam
    A psychological thriller about a senior (Katie Holmes) at one of America's most prestigious universities. Under enormous pressure to complete her thesis and earn a top job at one of the world's most competitive consulting firms, Katie is still coping with the sudden unexplained disappearance of her first love two years prior. As the investigation continues, Katie is forced to choose between past passions and new possibilities, even as new facts are uncovered.
  • Adventures in Babysitting
    Elisabeth Shue, Maia Brewton, Keith Coogan
    In the 1987 comedy, Adventures in Babysitting, Chris Parker (Elisabeth Shue) takes on an unexpected journey. When her boyfriend cancels their date, she is left babysitting the Anderson kids, Brad (Keith Coogan) and Sara (Maia Brewton). A simple night turns into a wild adventure when Chris's friend Brenda (Penelope Ann Miller) calls for help from downtown Chicago. Embarking on a rescue mission, the group encounters car thieves, blues musicians, and mobsters, transforming an ordinary evening into an unforgettable escapade. The movie remains a cult classic with its blend of humor and high-stakes hijinks.
  • Filmed over two-and-a-half years in the Maasai Mara National Reserve in Kenya, Keith Scholey and Alastair Fothergil's nature documentary focuses on Sita, a mother cheetah with five cubs, and Mara, a lion cub whose parents, Layla and Fang, are the aging rulers of their pride. As a single mother, it falls to Sita alone to ensure the survival of her progeny, while Mara faces a more immediate threat: If another lion topples Fang, Mara and her siblings will be killed or driven off.
  • Air Force One
    Harrison Ford, Gary Oldman, Glenn Close
    Air Force One, a thrilling action-drama film, centers on President James Marshall (Harrison Ford), a leader committed to the war against terrorism. Onboard the presidential aircraft, Air Force One, after an international peacekeeping event, things take a dark turn. Russian extremists, led by Ivan Korshunov (Gary Oldman), hijack the flight, holding the president and his family hostage. The stakes are high as this isn't just any passenger - it's the President of the United States. Trapped aboard his own aircraft, President Marshall must rely on his courage and wits to reclaim control, protect his family, and save everyone onboard. The movie is noted for its intense action sequences and compelling performances from its lead actors.
  • Alive
    Ethan Hawke, Vincent Spano, Josh Hamilton
    Stranded after a plane crash in the Andes mountains, individual members of Uruguay's rugby team respond differently. Group leader Nando (Ethan Hawke) tries to keep everyone's spirits up; medical student Roberto (Josh Hamilton) diligently treats cases of frostbite and gangrene; loose cannon Antonio (Vincent Spano) gradually loses his composure. Once all available food stuffs run out, the group faces a terrible dilemma: eat one or more of their deceased teammates, or die.
  • Alive: 20 Years Later

    Alive: 20 Years Later

    Alive: 20 Years Later is a 1993 documentary film produced, directed and written by Jill Fullerton-Smith and narrated by Martin Sheen.
  • An Innocent Man
    Tom Selleck, F. Murray Abraham, Laila Robins
    Railroaded to prison, a family man (Tom Selleck) learns from another inmate (F. Murray Abraham) how to survive until he is released.
  • Animated Alias: Tribunal

    Animated Alias: Tribunal

    Jennifer Garner, Terry O'Quinn
  • Annapolis
    James Franco, Tyrese Gibson, Jordana Brewster
    A young man from the wrong side of the tracks realizes his dream of attending the U.S. Naval Academy in Maryland. However, once there, he begins to suffer from self-doubt and wonders if he can truly measure up to the standards held by the revered institution.
  • Another Stakeout
    Richard Dreyfuss, Emilio Estevez, Rosie O'Donnell
    After a government witness is targeted by the Mafia, she leaves police custody and goes missing, so detectives Chris Lecce (Richard Dreyfuss) and Bill Reimers (Emilio Estevez) are charged with finding her. They're joined by D.A. Gina Garrett (Rosie O'Donnell), who plays the mother role in their "vacationing family" cover. Together, they hole up in a summer home, where they may find their witness -- if they can learn to tolerate each other first.
  • Apocalypto
    Rudy Youngblood, Raoul Max Trujillo, Dalia Hernandez
    The Mayan kingdom is at the height of its opulence and power but the foundations of the empire are beginning to crumble. The leaders believe they must build more temples and sacrifice more people or their crops and citizens will die. Jaguar Paw (Rudy Youngblood), a peaceful hunter in a remote tribe, is captured along with his entire village in a raid. He is scheduled for a ritual sacrifice until he makes a daring escape and tries to make it back to his pregnant wife and son.
  • Armageddon
    Bruce Willis, Billy Bob Thornton, Liv Tyler
    In Armageddon, a NASA executive (Billy Bob Thornton) recruits a ragtag team of drillers, led by Harry Stamper (Bruce Willis), to save the world from an approaching asteroid. Meanwhile, Grace Stamper (Liv Tyler), Harry's daughter, is romantically involved with A.J. Frost (Ben Affleck), one of the team members. This action-packed sci-fi thriller, directed by Michael Bay, intertwines elements of suspense and drama as humanity's last hope embarks on a high-stakes space mission. The film won multiple awards for its visual effects and original song I Don't Want to Miss a Thing by Aerosmith.
  • Baby: Secret of the Lost Legend
    Sean Young, Patrick McGoohan, William Katt
    Baby: Secret of the Lost Legend is a 1985 American adventure fantasy film directed by Bill L. Norton and starring William Katt, Sean Young, Patrick McGoohan, and Julian Fellowes. The story is based on rumors about dinosaur-like creatures purported to exist in Africa.
  • Bad Company
    Anthony Hopkins, Chris Rock, Matthew Marsh
    CIA operative Kevin Pope (Chris Rock) is suave, brilliant and right on the verge of completing a top secret mission to keep a rogue nuclear weapon off the black market when he is suddenly killed. With the clock ticking and no other options available, the CIA reluctantly enlists Kevin's long-lost identical twin brother Jake to take his place. Jake is the mirror opposite of Kevin, a working class Joe, it's a comically uphill challenge to train him as a secret agent and get him in the field.
  • Bad Company
    Laurence Fishburne, Ellen Barkin, Frank Langella
    Bad Company is a 1995 U.S. neo-noir thriller film directed by Damian Harris and written by Ross Thomas. The film stars Ellen Barkin and Laurence Fishburne as former CIA operatives engaging in a dubious romance while plotting to murder their boss, played by Frank Langella, and take over his firm, which specializes in blackmail and corporate espionage.
  • Bad Day on the Block
    Charlie Sheen, Sarah Jessica Parker, Sandra Oh
    Bad Day on the Block is a 1997 psychological thriller film directed by Craig R. Baxley. It stars Charlie Sheen and Mare Winningham. Although intended to be released in theaters, it was ultimately distributed direct-to-video. However, it was released to the theatres in some countries under the name Under Pressure; it initially premiered in Turkey. The film is sometimes also known as The Fireman.
  • Basil
    Jared Leto, Claire Forlani, Christian Slater
    Basil is a 1998 British historical drama film directed by Radha Bharadwaj and starring Christian Slater, Jared Leto, Claire Forlani and Derek Jacobi. It was based on the 1852 novel of the same name by Victorian author Wilkie Collins. The adaptation was by Bharadwaj.
  • Beaches
    Bette Midler, Barbara Hershey, John Heard
    In the heart-tugging drama Beaches, two childhood friends, C.C. Bloom (Bette Midler) and Hillary Whitney (Barbara Hershey), navigate life's ups and downs together. Despite differing backgrounds, C.C., a brash singer with dreams of stardom, and Hillary, an affluent lawyer, maintain their bond over decades. As they experience love, heartbreak, and career highs and lows, their friendship remains a constant. Directed by Garry Marshall with a memorable soundtrack including the hit song Wind Beneath My Wings, Beaches is a poignant portrayal of enduring friendship in the face of life's inevitable trials.
  • Beloved
    Oprah Winfrey, Danny Glover, Thandie Newton
    In 1873 Ohio, Sethe (Oprah Winfrey) is a mother of three haunted by her horrific slavery past and her desperate actions for freedom. As a result, Sethe's home is haunted by a furious poltergeist, which drives away her two sons. Sethe and her daughter (Kimberly Elise) endure living with the spirit for 10 more years, until an old friend, Paul D. Garner (Danny Glover), arrives to run it out. After Garner moves in, a strange woman named Beloved (Thandie Newton) enters their lives, causing turmoil.
  • Betsy's Wedding

    Betsy's Wedding

    Alan Alda, Madeline Kahn, Molly Ringwald
    Jake (Dylan Walsh) and Betsy (Molly Ringwald) are a young couple looking to tie the knot. Content with an understated, intimate wedding, Jake and Betsy's plans go out the window when Betsy's working-class folks, Eddie (Alan Alda) and Lola (Madeline Kahn), feel compelled to go over the top after they meet Harry and Nancy, Jake's high-class parents. In need of financial help, Eddie enlists a shady in-law (Joe Pesci) for assistance, which only exacerbates matters.
  • Bicentennial Man
    Robin Williams, Sam Neill, Embeth Davidtz
    In the film Bicentennial Man, Andrew Martin (Robin Williams), a domestic robot, embarks on an odyssey of self-discovery. As a unique model with the capacity for human-like emotions, he seeks to comprehend and embody the complexities of being human. The narrative spans over two centuries, exploring themes of humanity, love, and mortality. Directed by Chris Columbus, the movie is a science fiction drama that blends elements of romance and comedy. Despite its futuristic premise, it remains rooted in universal human experiences, making it both intriguing and relatable.