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1Jason Patric, Corey Haim, Dianne WiestIn The Lost Boys, the Emerson family, comprising of recently divorced Lucy (Dianne Wiest) and her two sons, Michael (Jason Patric) and Sam (Corey Haim), relocate to the seemingly tranquil town of Santa Carla. They soon find themselves caught in a sinister undercurrent when Michael is lured into a gang led by the charismatic David (Kiefer Sutherland), who are more than they appear: vampires. As Michael begins transforming, it's up to Sam and two quirky vampire hunters, the Frog brothers (Corey Feldman and Jamison Newlander), to save him and their town from these night-time predators. A cult classic, this horror-comedy redefined the vampire genre with its unique blend of thrills and laughs.More The Lost Boys
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2Emilio Estevez, Kiefer Sutherland, Lou Diamond PhillipsJohn Tunstall (Terence Stamp), a distinguished British gentleman, employs downtrodden youths to tend his herd on the New Mexican frontier. When Tunstall is gunned down by the crooked Lawrence G. Murphy (Jack Palance), a ragtag group of cow hands -- including Doc Scurlock (Kiefer Sutherland), Richard Brewer (Charlie Sheen) and young William "Billy the Kid" Bonney (Emilio Estevez) -- ride forth in search of bloody vengeance for the death of their beloved mentor.More Young Guns- #48 of 288 onThe 250+ Best Western Movies Of All Time
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- 3Wil Wheaton, River Phoenix, Corey FeldmanIn the engaging film Stand by Me, four young boys - Gordie Lachance (Wil Wheaton), Chris Chambers (River Phoenix), Teddy Duchamp (Corey Feldman), and Vern Tessio (Jerry O'Connell) - embark on an unforgettable quest. Their aim? To locate a missing teenager's body somewhere in the woods of Oregon. Directed by Rob Reiner, this coming-of-age drama is based on Stephen King's novella The Body. It's a gripping tale about friendship, adventure, and the harsh realities of growing up. The film, ripe with poignant performances and a captivating storyline, won critical acclaim upon its release in 1986.More Stand by Me
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4Tom Cruise, Jack Nicholson, Demi MooreIn A Few Good Men, Lt. Daniel Kaffee (Tom Cruise), a military lawyer, defends two U.S. Marines accused of killing a fellow Marine at Guantanamo Bay. The prickly Colonel Nathan R. Jessep (Jack Nicholson) stands in his path as Kaffee seeks the truth behind this complex case. Rising to the challenge, Kaffee navigates a web of deception and cover-ups. This courtroom drama, directed by Rob Reiner and written by Aaron Sorkin, won an Academy Award nomination for Best Picture, while Jack Nicholson scored a nod for Best Supporting Actor.More A Few Good Men- #26 of 50 onThe Biggest Movies Of The '90s, Ranked
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5Emilio Estevez, Kiefer Sutherland, Lou Diamond PhillipsEn route to Mexico from the United States, Billy the Kid (Emilio Estevez) and his associates are pursued by federal agents hell-bent on bringing them to justice. But when Billy, Doc (Kiefer Sutherland) and Chavez (Lou Diamond Phillips) prove too difficult to track down, the frustrated authorities enlist an old friend of theirs, reformed outlaw Pat Garrett (William Petersen), to take down the elusive gunslinger. But Billy has a head start, and his crew of outlaws is growing by the minute.More Young Guns II- #100 of 288 onThe 250+ Best Western Movies Of All Time
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6Charlie Sheen, Kiefer Sutherland, Chris O'DonnellIn The Three Musketeers, young and impetuous D'Artagnan (Chris O'Donnell) joins forces with the legendary trio of Musketeers - Athos (Kiefer Sutherland), Porthos (Oliver Platt), and Aramis (Charlie Sheen). Together, they navigate political intrigues and plots, aiming to thwart the devious Cardinal Richelieu (Tim Curry) and protect France's crown.More The Three Musketeers- #44 of 99 onThe Best 1990s Action Movies
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7Kiefer Sutherland, Julia Roberts, Kevin BaconFlatliners, a gripping thriller, explores the daring exploits of five medical students led by Nelson Wright (Kiefer Sutherland). Under his influence, they begin conducting clandestine experiments that produce near-death experiences. Among them, Rachel Mannus (Julia Roberts) and David Labraccio (Kevin Bacon) stand out as key players in this dangerous game. The group's curiosity about life after death spirals into chaos as they are each haunted by physical manifestations of their childhood sins. These eerie consequences force them to confront the line between life and death, testing their sanity and scientific ethics.More Flatliners- #44 of 252 onThe 200+ Best Psychological Thrillers Of All Time
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8Sandra Bullock, Samuel L. Jackson, Matthew McConaugheyIn the heart of Mississippi, A Time to Kill unfolds, a legal drama with a backdrop of racial tension. Young attorney Jake Brigance (Matthew McConaughey) takes on a daunting case defending Carl Lee Hailey (Samuel L. Jackson), a black man accused of taking law into his own hands after an unspeakable crime against his daughter. With Ellen Roark (Sandra Bullock) offering her help, they navigate the deeply divided town. The movie, directed by Joel Schumacher, is an adaptation of John Grisham's first novel and won Samuel L. Jackson the Best Actor award at the NAACP Image Awards.More A Time to Kill- #37 of 81 onThe 75+ Best Whodunit Murder Mystery Movies
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9Kiefer Sutherland, Jon Voight, Robert Carlyle24 is a television film based on the series 24.
10Jeff Bridges, Kiefer Sutherland, Nancy TravisBarney (Jeff Bridges) is a disturbed man intent on abducting a woman. After numerous failed attempts, he manages to kidnap young Diane (Sandra Bullock), who is on vacation with her boyfriend, Jeff (Kiefer Sutherland). As time passes, Jeff remains determined to find out what happened to Diane. When Barney unexpectedly confronts Jeff, it leads to a tense life-or-death situation. Meanwhile, Jeff's current girlfriend, Rita (Nancy Travis), manages to follow him in hopes of keeping him out of harm.More The Vanishing- #10 of 14 on14 Remakes That Completely Missed The Point Of The Original
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11Liv Ullmann, Kiefer Sutherland, Alan ScarfeDonald Campbell (Kiefer Sutherland) grows up in poverty in Depression-era Nova Scotia. His mother (Liv Ullmann), who also has to care for another son who's mentally disabled, is hopeful that Donald will enter the priesthood. Donald is less certain, especially since he's started to notice the likes of Saxon Coldwell (Leah Pinsent). But, when the young man witnesses a Jewish couple's murder by a prominent citizen, he'll have to make the most important decision of his life.
12Kiefer Sutherland, Paula Patton, Amy SmartIn a bid to pull his shattered life back together, troubled ex-cop Ben Carson (Kiefer Sutherland) takes a job as a security guard at the burned out ruins of a once-prosperous department store. As Ben patrols the charred hallways, he begins to see horrifying images in the ornate mirrors that still adorn the walls. Ben soon realizes that a malevolent force is using the mirrors to gain entrance into this world, threatening the lives of his wife (Paula Patton) and children.
13Michael Douglas, Kiefer Sutherland, Kim BasingerSecret Service agent Pete Garrison (Michael Douglas) investigates a colleague's murder and subsequently becomes a suspect due to the machinations of a blackmailer who knows the secret he is hiding. Disgraced, dismissed and now a fugitive, Garrison must both clear his name and save the president from assassination.
14Colin Farrell, Kiefer Sutherland, Forest WhitakerA phone call can change your life, but for one man it can also end it. Set entirely within and around the confines of a New York City phone booth. "Phone Booth" follows a slick media consultant (Colin Farrell) who is trapped after being told by a caller -- a serial killer with a sniper rifle -- that he'll be shot dead if he hangs up.More Phone Booth- #80 of 252 onThe 200+ Best Psychological Thrillers Of All Time
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15Sally Field, Kiefer Sutherland, Ed HarrisHarried working mom Karen McCann (Sally Field) is stuck in traffic, talking on the phone to her teenage daughter at home, when she hears an intruder break into the house and murder her child. Although the killer (Kiefer Sutherland) is arrested, a legal technicality leads to his release. Despite the best efforts of her patient husband (Ed Harris), a sympathetic police detective (Joe Mantegna) and a victims'-rights counselor (Charlayne Woodard), Karen becomes obsessed with taking revenge.
16Kiefer Sutherland, Melora Walters, Leslie StefansonArthur Banks (Kiefer Sutherland) is a top-tier hit man who works mainly for the South American drug lords. His MO is to befriend women who will help him lure his prey, then kill them when they are no longer of any use. On his latest job, he meets Bennie Harper (Melora Walters), a woman fleeing an abusive husband, and the pattern seems to be repeating itself. This time, however, he is being closely monitored by the FBI -- and his mark may not be who she appears to be.
17Forest Whitaker, Kiefer Sutherland, Amanda PlummerPrison guard Fred Whitmore (Forest Whitaker), who was raised in a violent household, can't let go of his childhood. He hides his pain from his family, and, as a result, distances himself from his wife, Hope (Lynne Moody). Denver Bayliss (Kiefer Sutherland), a death row inmate, must endure the maltreatment of the wardens during his final days. As the execution approaches, Denver and Fred realize they have plenty in common, and they form an unexpected life-changing bond.
18Dennis Hopper, Kiefer Sutherland, Carol KaneA hippie radical, Huey Walker (Dennis Hopper) has been a fugitive for decades, accused of a crime that he may not have committed. Finally apprehended, Walker is escorted to trial by uptight 20-something FBI agent John Buckner (Kiefer Sutherland). While the two seem to be polar opposites, it turns out that Buckner may have more in common with Walker than is initially apparent, a point that is driven home when the pair faces off against a sinister small-town sheriff (Cliff De Young).
19Kiefer Sutherland, Mary Lynn Rajskub24 is a 2013 action drama thriller film written by Robert Cochran, Joel Surnow and Mark Bomback.
20Kiefer Sutherland, Kyra Sedgwick, Stockard ChanningNatalie (Kyra Sedgwick), a gifted New York photographer, has a troubled past reflected in her art. When she struggles to make ends meet in the city, her agent (Stockard Channing), arranges an assignment in Boston for a considerable sum of money. Unable to turn it down in her dire straits, Natalie takes the job -- only to find that her estranged homosexual brother, Roy (Kiefer Sutherland), is the employer. Roy wants to mend their broken past, but must convince her to stay long enough to do so.
21Woody Harrelson, Kiefer Sutherland, Dylan McDermottWhen their friend and mentor Nacho (JoaquÃn MartÃnez) goes missing after trying to bring his daughter, Teresa (Cara Buono), to the U.S. from Cuba, rodeo riders Pepper (Woody Harrelson) and Sonny (Kiefer Sutherland) leave New Mexico for New York City. When they arrive, however, they find Nacho's been killed and his daughter is still being held by the smugglers. Now it's up to Pepper and Sonny to find Nacho's killer, rescue his daughter and somehow survive life in the big city.More The Cowboy Way- #197 of 288 onThe 250+ Best Western Movies Of All Time
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22Ciarán McMenamin, Robert Carlyle, Kiefer SutherlandBased on a real-life story, this drama focuses on a small group of Allied soldiers in Burma who are held captive by the Japanese. Capt. Ernest Gordon (Ciaran McMenamin), Lt. Jim Reardon (Kiefer Sutherland) and Maj. Ian Campbell (Robert Carlyle) are among the military officers kept imprisoned and routinely beaten and deprived of food. While Campbell wants to rebel and attempt an escape, Gordon tries to take a more stoic approach, an attitude that proves to be surprisingly resonant.- 23Rufus Sewell, Kiefer Sutherland, Jennifer ConnellyIn the enigmatic film Dark City, John Murdoch (Rufus Sewell) grapples with memory loss in a shadowy, ever-changing metropolis. Waking up accused of brutal murders, he's pursued by Inspector Bumstead (William Hurt), and an ominous group known as the Strangers. As Murdoch seeks answers, he crosses paths with his estranged wife Emma (Jennifer Connelly), and Dr. Schreber (Kiefer Sutherland), a neurotic scientist who holds the key to his past. The movie, a mix of science fiction and noir, won the prestigious Bram Stoker Award for Best Screenplay. It explores themes of identity and reality manipulation while keeping viewers on edge with its fast-paced plot twists.More Dark City
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24Kiefer Sutherland, Henry Czerny, Polly WalkerA brilliant serial killer has resurfaced after a 10-year hiatus, and the police put his original pursuer, Detective Mickey Hayden (Kiefer Sutherland), on the case -- a dicey proposition, since the initial investigation turned Hayden into an emotional wreck. Now, courtesy of a blow to the head, Hayden has acquired a supernatural sleuthing skill that aids his search for the psychopath while further scarring him: Whenever he touches new evidence, he can envision its owner.
25Kirsten Dunst, Charlotte Gainsbourg, Alexander SkarsgårdIn Melancholia, Justine (Kirsten Dunst) grapples with crippling depression during her disastrous wedding reception, held at the lavish estate of her sister, Claire (Charlotte Gainsbourg). This familial drama unfolds against a backdrop of impending cosmic catastrophe, as a rogue planet, ominously named Melancholia, threatens to collide with Earth. Danish director Lars von Trier masterfully intertwines these narratives of personal and planetary despair in this visually stunning film. Melancholia is a poignant exploration of mental health and existential dread, underscored by its dramatic sci-fi twist. It was recognized for its outstanding performances and cinematography, notably securing Kirsten Dunst the Best Actress award at the Cannes Film Festival in 2011.More Melancholia- #66 of 125 onThe 100+ Grossest Movies Ever
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26Kiefer Sutherland, Bernadette Peters, James GarnerLittlefoot meets his long-lost father (Kiefer Sutherland) while taking a trip with his grandparents.
27Rebecca De Mornay, Kiefer Sutherland, Dana DelanyPrivate investigator Derian McCall (Rebecca De Mornay) is hired by Anthea Farrow-Smith (Dana Delany) to shadow her husband, Michael (Kiefer Sutherland), who Anthea suspects is having an affair. The unusual assignment turns downright dangerous when McCall begins her own liaison with the wealthy and seductive Michael. As the illicit relationship progresses, McCall is forced to wonder at Anthea's mysterious and potentially malicious motivations, and to fear for her own safety.
28Kiefer Sutherland, Lou Diamond Phillips, Jami GertzWhile no-nonsense Philadelphia cop Buster McHenry (Kiefer Sutherland) is going undercover to investigate a gang headed by the ruthless Marino (Rob Knepper), he's forced to take part in a robbery that ends with the theft of a sacred Sioux artifact and the death of several onlookers. After the incident, Hank Storm (Lou Diamond Phillips), whose brother was killed during the robbery, teams up with Buster to recover the artifact and avenge his brother's death.
29Kiefer Sutherland, Anthony LaPaglia, Radha MitchellBoston cop Pally (Kiefer Sutherland) is forced into early retirement, putting a strain on his marriage. Pally's stepbrother, Ray (Anthony LaPaglia), attempts to lift his spirits by tipping him off to a sure-bet racehorse. But their attempts to secure the champion equine are thwarted by a local mob boss (Daniel Benzali), who steals the horse as repayment for a gambling debt. With their investment on the line, Pally and Ray become entangled in a web of underworld crime and murder.
30Forsaken
Kiefer Sutherland, Donald Sutherland, Brian CoxForsaken is a 2015 Canadian Western drama film directed by Jon Cassar.
