The 70+ Best Michael York Movies
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1Michael York, Jenny Agutter, Richard JordanIn the dystopian future of Logan's Run, life ends at 30. Logan 5 (Michael York) is a Sandman, tasked with enforcing this rule. Jessica 6 (Jenny Agutter), a citizen desperate for survival, leads Logan to question his beliefs and the system's morality. As they journey through a world past its expiration date, they encounter Box (Roscoe Lee Browne), an android with sinister intentions. This sci-fi classic, directed by Michael Anderson, won an Academy Award for its innovative visual effects, offering audiences a chilling glimpse into a possible future defined by ageism and artificial control.More Logan's Run
- #563 of 769 onThe Most Rewatchable Movies
- #43 of 166 onThe 150+ Best Futuristic Dystopian Movies
- #31 of 93 onThe 95+ Greatest Dystopian Action Movies
2Oliver Reed, Raquel Welch, Michael YorkAn adaptation of the classic Dumas novel, this film tells the tale of aspiring swordsman D'Artagnan (Michael York), who arrives in Paris with hopes of joining the royal guard. After clashing with three musketeers, Athos (Oliver Reed), Porthos (Frank Finlay) and Aramis (Richard Chamberlain), he joins them in fighting the forces of corrupt Cardinal Richelieu, led by Rochefort (Christopher Lee). When Richelieu attempts to undermine the queen, D'Artagnan and the musketeers must thwart his plans.More The Three Musketeers- #106 of 199 onThe Best Movies Of The '70s, Ranked
- #555 of 633 onThe 600+ Funniest Movies Of All Time
- #4 of 15 on15 Surprisingly Good Movie Adaptations About Public Domain Characters
3Liza Minnelli, Joel Grey, Michael YorkSet against the backdrop of 1931 Berlin, Cabaret is a musical drama that intertwines love and politics. It showcases the life of Sally Bowles (Liza Minnelli), an American cabaret singer in the city's decadent Kit Kat Klub, and Brian Roberts (Michael York), a British academic. Master of Ceremonies (Joel Grey) serves as a constant reminder of the political upheaval brewing outside their cabaret world. The movie, directed by Bob Fosse, won eight Academy Awards, including Best Director and Best Actress for Minnelli. Its evocative narrative paints a poignant picture of pre-World War II Germany, making it a cinematic masterpiece.More Cabaret- Dig Deeper...The Best Cabaret Bands/Artists
- #63 of 204 onMusical Movies With The Best Songs
- #128 of 199 onThe Best Movies Of The '70s, Ranked
4Michael York, Simon MacCorkindale, Jenny AgutterTwo Oxford buddies (Michael York, Simon MacCorkindale) discover a German plot to invade 1901 England with troops on barges.
5Albert Finney, Lauren Bacall, Martin BalsamHaving concluded a case, detective Hercule Poirot (Albert Finney) settles into what he expects will be a relaxing journey home aboard the Orient Express. But when an unpopular billionaire is murdered en route, Poirot takes up the case, and everyone on board the famous train is a suspect. Using an avalanche blocking the tracks to his advantage, Poirot gradually realizes that many of the passengers have revenge as a motive, and he begins to home in on the culprit.- #60 of 199 onThe Best Movies Of The '70s, Ranked
- #2 of 81 onThe 75+ Best Whodunit Murder Mystery Movies
- #23 of 42 onThe Best Snowy Thriller Movies, Ranked
6Oliver Reed, Raquel Welch, Richard ChamberlainLighthearted sequel to the 1973 hit "The Three Musketeers", with King Louis XIII's four swashbuckling heroes engaged in further chivalrous and daring adventures. Once again they do battle with the devious Cardinal Richelieu and his evil accomplice Milady de Winter, who are determined to wreak a terrible revenge after being foiled in their plan to discredit the queen.
7Leonard Whiting, Olivia Hussey, Milo O'SheaRomeo and Juliet breathes life into William Shakespeare's timeless tragedy of star-crossed lovers. Set against the backdrop of Renaissance Verona, the passionate love story of Romeo (Leonard Whiting) and Juliet (Olivia Hussey) unfolds, as their families, the Montagues and Capulets, are embroiled in a bitter feud. Their clandestine romance leads to tragic consequences, showcasing the profound costs of hatred and the transcendent power of love.More Romeo and Juliet- #172 of 675 onThe Best Movies Roger Ebert Gave Four Stars
- #94 of 136 onThe 100+ Best Movies For Date Night
- #64 of 133 onThe Most Utterly Depressing Movies Ever Made
8Michael York, Sarah Miles, James MasonPip (Michael York) is a blacksmith's apprentice who one night runs afoul of escaped prisoner Magwitch (James Mason). Pip helps him, but Magwitch is nevertheless caught. Not long after, Pip's neighbor, Miss Havisham (Margaret Leighton), invites him over to meet her daughter, Estella (Sarah Miles). Pip develops a strong attraction, but Estella merely regards him as a plaything. It's not until Pip inherits a fortune from an anonymous patron that he's able to rise socially and pursue her in earnest.
9Angela Lansbury, Michael York, Anthony HigginsA charismatic and ambitious young man from the country, Konrad Ludwig (Michael York), finds employment as the butler at the home of Countess Herthe von Ornstein (Angela Lansbury). While working for the widowed aristocrat, Konrad decides that he will do anything in his power to climb both socially and financially. To this end, the scheming youth attempts to seduce von Ornstein's gay son, Helmuth (Anthony Corlan), among others, and even becomes involved in murder.
10For Those I Loved
Michael York, Brigitte Fossey, Jean BouiseFor Those I Loved is a drama film from 1983 with Michael York, about a Polish Jewish Holocaust survivor who emigrated to the USA in 1946. It was directed by Robert Enrico for the Les Productions Mutuelles Ltée.
11The Island of Dr. Moreau
Burt Lancaster, Michael York, Barbara CarreraAfter his ship sinks, Andrew Braddock (Michael York) washes ashore on a tropical island owned by Dr. Moreau (Burt Lancaster). While waiting for a ship to return him to civilization, Braddock becomes disturbed by the strange creatures roaming the island, and at the same time falls for the lovely Maria (Barbara Carrera), who lives with Moreau. Soon Braddock discovers that the creatures are the results of Moreau's sinister experiments, and plots to escape before he himself becomes a victim.More The Island of Dr. Moreau- #32 of 44 onThe 40+ Best Jungle Adventure Movies, Ranked
- #10 of 15 onHorror Movie References In 'The Simpsons' 'Treehouse Of Horror' Specials
- #126 of 211 onThe Scariest Movies Of All Time
12Michael York, Oliver Reed, Frank FinlayWhen ambitious Oliver Cromwell (Alan Howard) overthrows the king, Cardinal Mazarin (Philippe Noiret) enlists a down-and-out D'Artagnan (Michael York) to rally the Musketeers against him. Porthos (Frank Finlay) accepts at once, but Athos (Oliver Reed) and Aramis (Richard Chamberlain) are reluctant. Still, the three reunite, but they are soon torn apart by infighting. They get a chance at redemption when they are sent to England to save the life of King Charles I (Bill Paterson).
13Mike Myers, Elizabeth Hurley, Michael YorkIn Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery, Austin Powers (Mike Myers), a British secret agent from the swinging '60s, is cryogenically frozen and then awakened in the '90s to battle his nemesis, Dr. Evil (also Mike Myers). This comedy, filled with tongue-in-cheek humor and parody elements, takes audiences on a wild ride through time. Aided by his sidekick Vanessa Kensington (Elizabeth Hurley), Powers must stop Dr. Evil's world domination plans. The film cleverly plays off classic spy tropes while introducing a style all its own, making it a memorable entry in the genre.- Dig Deeper...The Best Characters in the Austin Power Movies, Ranked
- #184 of 769 onThe Most Rewatchable Movies
- #26 of 704 onThe All-Time Greatest Comedy Films
14David Hemmings, Michael York, Prunella RansomeNinth century English nobleman Alfred (David Hemmings) puts his plans to become a priest on hold, because his country has been invaded by Vikings. An innovative tactician, he earns the nickname "Alfred the Great" for his show of bravery on the battlefield -- his renown also wins him a marriage to Princess Aelhswith (Prunella Ransome). When the Vikings mount a second invasion, however, Alfred must once again make a decision between his religious yearnings and his loyalty to his people.More Alfred the Great- #102 of 119 onThe 100+ Best Medieval Movies
- #14 of 41 onThe Best Movies About Vikings
- #48 of 49 onThe 45+ Best Movies Of 1969
15Michael York, Charles Gray, James VilliersSeven Nights in Japan is a 1976 drama film directed by Lewis Gilbert. It stars Michael York, Charles Gray, and Hidemi Aoki.
16Elizabeth Taylor, Richard Burton, Cyril CusackIn this film adaptation of the classic Shakespeare play, Grumio (Cyril Cusack) and Hortensio (Victor Spinetti) both long to wed the same beautiful young woman. Unfortunately, her wealthy father (Michael Hordern) will not let his daughter marry unless her hot-tempered sister, Katherina (Elizabeth Taylor), also has a suitor. Luckily, the slovenly Petruchio (Richard Burton) is looking for an affluent woman to marry, so Grumio and Hortensio pay him to try to woo the extremely volatile Katherina.
17Britney Spears, Beyoncé Knowles, Tom CruiseAustin Powers in Goldmember is a 2002 American spy comedy film. It is the third installment of the Austin Powers film series starring Mike Myers in the title role. The film was directed by Jay Roach, and co-written by Mike Myers and Michael McCullers. Myers also plays the roles of Dr. Evil, Goldmember, and Fat Bastard. The movie co-stars Beyoncé Knowles in her theatrical film debut, as well as Robert Wagner, Seth Green, Michael York, Verne Troyer, Michael Caine, Mindy Sterling and Fred Savage. There are a number of cameo appearances including Steven Spielberg, Kevin Spacey, Britney Spears, Quincy Jones, Tom Cruise, Danny DeVito, Katie Couric, Gwyneth Paltrow, John Travolta, Nathan Lane, and The Osbournes. In a self-parody of the Austin Powers series, there is a film within the film in the opening. Austin Powers is featured in a bio-pic called Austinpussy directed by Steven Spielberg and starring Tom Cruise as Austin Powers, Gwyneth Paltrow as Dixie Normous, Kevin Spacey as Dr. Evil, Danny DeVito as Mini-Me, and John Travolta as Goldmember.- Dig Deeper...The Best Characters in the Austin Power Movies, Ranked
- #378 of 704 onThe All-Time Greatest Comedy Films
- #32 of 152 onThe Best Movies of 2002
18Elke Sommer, Michael York, Anton DiffringZeppelin is a 1971 British World War I action-drama directed by Étienne Périer. The film stars Michael York, Elke Sommer and Anton Diffring. Zeppelin depicts a fictitious German attempt to raid on Great Britain in a giant Zeppelin to steal the Magna Carta from its hiding place in one of Scotland's castles.
19Dirk Bogarde, Stanley Baker, Jacqueline SassardStephen (Dirk Bogarde) is a professor at Oxford University who is caught in a rut and feels trapped by his life in both academia and marriage. One of his students, William (Michael York), is engaged to the beautiful Anna (Jacqueline Sassard), and Stephen becomes enamored of the younger woman. These three people become linked together by a horrible car crash, with flashbacks providing details into the lives of each person and their connection to the others in this brooding English drama.
20Ann-Margret, James Earl Jones, Peter UstinovThe Last Remake of Beau Geste is a 1977 American historical comedy film. It starred and was also directed and co-written by Marty Feldman. It is a satire loosely based on the novel Beau Geste, a frequently-filmed story of brothers and their adventures in the French Foreign Legion. The humor is based heavily upon wordplay and absurdity. Feldman plays Digby Geste, the awkward and clumsy "identical twin" brother of Michael York's Beau, the dignified, aristocratic swashbuckler.- 21
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22Michael York, Richard Attenborough, Susannah YorkOn a British army base in India, two newcomers react in very different ways to their new setting. Lt. Millington (James Faulkner) comes from a military family but doesn't hide his desire to leave the service. Conversely, Lt. Drake (Michael York) is anxious to make his mark at his new post. When well-respected widow Mrs. Scarlett (Susannah York) accuses Millington of attacking her, the disillusioned soldier makes no effort to exonerate himself -- but Drake isn't so sure he's guilty.
23Mike Myers, Heather Graham, Michael YorkIn the uproarious sequel Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me, Austin Powers (Mike Myers) is a swinging secret agent who finds his mojo stolen by his arch-nemesis, Dr. Evil (also Mike Myers). Set in the psychedelic era of the 1960s, this comedy spy-thriller follows Austin as he travels back in time to recover his lost libido. Alongside him is the fetching CIA agent Felicity Shagwell (Heather Graham), adding a dash of romance to the mix. Peppered with outrageous humor and clever parodies, this film bagged an MTV Movie Award for Best Villain (Dr. Evil).- Dig Deeper...The Best Characters in the Austin Power Movies, Ranked
- #45 of 50 onThe Biggest Movies Of The '90s, Ranked
- #60 of 704 onThe All-Time Greatest Comedy Films
24John Gielgud, George Kennedy, Liv UllmannLost Horizon is a 1973 American musical film directed by Charles Jarrott and starring Peter Finch, John Gielgud, Liv Ullmann, Michael York, Sally Kellerman, Bobby Van, George Kennedy, Olivia Hussey, James Shigeta and Charles Boyer. The film is a remake of Frank Capra's film of the same name, with a screenplay by Larry Kramer. Both the 1937 version and this one adapted their story from James Hilton's novel Lost Horizon. This was the final film produced by Ross Hunter.
25England Made Me
Michael York, Peter Finch, Joss AcklandEngland Made Me is a 1973 British drama film directed by Peter Duffell, starring Peter Finch, Michael York, Hildegarde Neil, and Michael Hordern, and based on the novel England Made Me by Graham Greene. Tony Wollard's art direction was nominated for a British BAFTA Award.
26Michael York, Madhur Jaffrey, Saeed JaffreyThe Guru is a 1969 film by Merchant Ivory Productions, with a screenplay by Ruth Prawer Jhabvala and James Ivory.
27Anouk Aimée, Dirk Bogarde, Robert ForsterDarley (Michael York) is a young British schoolteacher living in the Egyptian city of Alexandria. His life changes forever when he meets Justine (Anouk Aimée), the beautiful and mysterious wife of a financial minister, Nessim (John Vernon). He is smitten with Justine, but he soon discovers that there is more to her than meets the eye. Justine is actually working against the British government to send weapons to Jews in Palestine, and she is not above using her sexuality to do it.
28Chad Michael Murray, R. Lee Ermey, Michael BiehnMegiddo: The Omega Code 2 is a 2001, biblically based film. It portrays, in part, the backstory of Stone Alexander from the movie The Omega Code. However, apocalyptic events portrayed in Megiddo are inconsistent with those in the previous film, making it more of alternate retelling of the The Omega Code’s story than a true prequel; in fact, the titular bible code is not even mentioned in Megiddo. Michael York detailed the entire film in a journal which he then published in book form, titled Dispatches From Armageddon.
29Michael York, Thomas Dekker, Jim CummingsThe Land Before Time VII: The Stone of Cold Fire is a direct-to-video animated adventure musical film released in 2000 and the seventh film in The Land Before Time series.
30Nicollette Sheridan, Joan Fontaine, Melissa Sue AndersonDark Mansions is a 1986 television film starring Joan Fontaine, Michael York, Paul Shenar, Melissa Sue Anderson, Steve Inwood, Lois Chiles, Nicollette Sheridan, Raymond St. Jacques, Grant Aleksander, Yves André Martin, Linda Purl and Dan O'Herilhy. It was directed by Jerry London and written by Anthony Lawrence, Nancy Lawrence and Robert McCullough.
