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1. Somewhere in Time (1980)
PG | 103 min | Drama, Fantasy, Romance
A Chicago playwright uses self-hypnosis to travel back in time and meet the actress whose vintage portrait hangs in a grand hotel.
Director: Jeannot Szwarc | Stars: Christopher Reeve, Jane Seymour, Christopher Plummer, Teresa Wright
Votes: 32,674 | Gross: $9.71M
2. Inland Empire (2006)
R | 180 min | Drama, Fantasy, Mystery
As an actress begins to adopt the persona of her character in a film, her world becomes nightmarish and surreal.
Director: David Lynch | Stars: Karolina Gruszka, Krzysztof Majchrzak, Grace Zabriskie, Laura Dern
Votes: 62,623 | Gross: $0.75M
3. Fame (1980)
R | 134 min | Drama, Music, Musical
A chronicle of the lives of several teenagers who attend a New York high school for students gifted in the performing arts.
Director: Alan Parker | Stars: Eddie Barth, Irene Cara, Lee Curreri, Laura Dean
Votes: 24,775 | Gross: $0.12M
4. 【Oshi No Ko】 (2023– )
TV-14 | 24 min | Animation, Drama, Fantasy
A doctor and his recently-deceased patient are reborn as twins to a famous Japanese musical idol and navigate the highs and lows of the Japanese entertainment industry as they grow up together through their lives.
Stars: Takeo Otsuka, Yurie Igoma, Megumi Han, Jack Stansbury
Votes: 8,760
5. Fame (1982–1987)
TV-14 | 60 min | Drama, Music, Musical
The stories of the students and faculty of the New York City High School for the Performing Arts.
Stars: Carlo Imperato, Gene Anthony Ray, Debbie Allen, Albert Hague
Votes: 4,467
6. Dream High (2011–2012)
70 min | Comedy, Drama, Music
The story of six students at Kirin Art High School who work to achieve their dreams of becoming stars in the Korean music industry. Along the way, they discover the true meaning of friendship, love and life.
Stars: J.Y. Park, Bae Suzy, Kim Soo-hyun, IU
Votes: 3,598
7. Fame (2009)
PG | 107 min | Drama, Musical, Romance
An updated version of the musical Fame (1980), which centered on the students of the New York Academy of Performing Arts. The name of the school in 1980 was Fiorello Laguardia High School.
Director: Kevin Tancharoen | Stars: Kelsey Grammer, Bebe Neuwirth, Megan Mullally, Kay Panabaker
Votes: 16,945 | Gross: $22.46M
8. Curtains (1983)
R | 89 min | Horror, Mystery, Thriller
Six young actresses auditioning for a movie role at a remote mansion are targeted by a mysterious masked murderer.
Director: Richard Ciupka | Stars: John Vernon, Samantha Eggar, Linda Thorson, Anne Ditchburn
Votes: 5,764
9. Sound! Euphonium (2015– )
TV-PG | 23 min | Animation, Comedy, Drama
Kumiko, a girl with absolutely no ambition, decides to change herself now that she has started her high school life and try to leave her hobby, playing euphonium in orchestra aside but she totally cannot forget it anyway.
Stars: Tomoyo Kurosawa, Ayaka Asai, Moe Toyota, Chika Anzai
Votes: 1,460
10. Good Vibrations (2012)
Not Rated | 103 min | Biography, Drama, Music
A chronicle of Terri Hooley's life, a record-store owner instrumental in developing Belfast's punk-rock scene.
Directors: Lisa Barros D'Sa, Glenn Leyburn | Stars: Cathal Maguire, Peter Kelly, Charlie Berkeley, Jack Carberry
Votes: 5,602
11. You Make Me Dance (2021)
10 min | Short, Drama, Romance
Song Shi On is an aspiring contemporary dancer who finds himself sharing an apartment with Jin Hong Seok, an intimidating debt collector. As their bond grows stronger, will outside forces derail their relationship?
Stars: Hyung Hoon Won, Choo Young-woo, Gun-rak Park, Lee Soo-ryun
Votes: 1,351
12. Whitney (2018)
R | 120 min | Documentary, Biography, Drama
An in-depth look at the life and music of Whitney Houston.
Director: Kevin Macdonald | Stars: Whitney Houston, Ellen White, Michael Houston, Cissy Houston
Votes: 7,881 | Gross: $3.03M
13. Julie's Greenroom (2017)
27 min | Comedy, Family, Musical
Ms. Julie (Dame Julie Andrews) teaches performing arts workshops to a group of puppet children and a duck with the help of her assistant Gus (Giullian Yao Gioiello) and celebrity guests at her Wellspring Center for the Performing Arts.
Stars: Julie Andrews, Giullian Yao Gioiello, Stephanie D'Abruzzo, John Tartaglia
Votes: 357
14. Youth (2017)
Not Rated | 135 min | Drama, Romance, War
A look at the lives of members of a Military Cultural Troupe in the 1970s.
Director: Xiaogang Feng | Stars: Xuan Huang, Miao Miao, Caiyu Yang, Elane Zhong
Votes: 3,491 | Gross: $1.89M
15. Kingsman: Inside the Golden Circle (2017 Video)
118 min | Documentary
With their headquarters destroyed and the world held hostage, members of Kingsman find new allies when they discover a spy organization in the United States known as the Statesmen. In an ... See full summary »
Stars: Bradley James Allan, Halle Berry, Angus Bickerton, Adam Bohling
Votes: 147
16. Sukippu bîto! (2008–2009)
TV-PG | 24 min | Animation, Comedy, Drama
Kyouko went with her childhood friend, Shou to Tokyo to pursue his dream of becoming an idol. Despite she is supporting him, Shou deceive her. Kyouko vows to get her revenge by defeating him in the entertainment world too.
Stars: Erica Lindbeck, Todd Haberkorn, Bryce Papenbrook, Cristina Valenzuela
Votes: 1,656
17. Madonna: Blond Ambition World Tour Live (1990 TV Special)
112 min | Documentary, Music
Madonna and her crew perform in Nice, France on the last day of the legendary Blond Ambition Tour in 1990 for the most watched HBO Special in its history and for an exclusive LaserDisc release.
Directors: David Mallet, Mark Aldo Miceli | Stars: Madonna, Donna DeLory, Niki Haris, Luis Camacho
Votes: 934
18. Fame L.A. (1997–1998)
60 min | Drama
Updated version of the acclaimed show from the '80s, set in Los Angeles, and featuring a group of talented Performing Arts students being mentored by a seasoned acting coach.
Stars: Danny Wooten, William R. Moses, Heidi Lenhart, Christian Kane
Votes: 253
19. SoniAni: Super Sonico the Animation (2014)
TV-14 | 25 min | Animation, Comedy, Music
Super Sonico is a klutzy, adorable, and well-endowed 18-year old girl. She's a complete sucker for anything cute, especially stray cats, all of which she giddily adopts. However, though ... See full summary »
Stars: Ayano Yamamoto, Jessica Nigri, Mai Gotou, Mami Ozaki
Votes: 151
20. Key the Metal Idol (1994–1997)
TV-14 | 34 min | Animation, Drama, Fantasy
In this genre-defying cult classic, a humanoid robot girl sets out on a quest to make 30,000 friends in order to become fully human. What better way to gain the love of thousands than by becoming a pop idol?
Stars: Junko Iwao, Miki Nagasawa, Hiroshi Yanaka, Toshiyuki Morikawa
Votes: 337
21. Descending Stories: Showa Genroku Rakugo Shinju (2017)
24 min | Animation, Drama
Now a rakugo artist himself, Yotarou is challenged to keep the art form alive, meanwhile witnessing the final years of his master, Yakumo.
Stars: Kappei Yamaguchi, Akira Ishida, Yû Kobayashi, Tomokazu Seki
Votes: 1,026
22. Hitman Hart: Wrestling with Shadows (1998 TV Movie)
R | 93 min | Documentary, Biography, Sport
Documentary focusing on the career of pro wrestler Bret Hart & his controversial exit from the WWF.
Director: Paul Jay | Stars: Bret Hart, Owen Hart, Brian Pillman, Blade Hart
Votes: 4,462
23. Revue Starlight (2018–2019)
TV-14 | 24 min | Animation, Action, Adventure
Starlight is a song and dance revue troupe loved throughout the world. Karen and Hikari make a promise with each other when they're young that one day they'll stand on that stage together. ... See full summary »
Stars: Momoyo Koyama, Suzuko Mimori, Moeka Koizumi, Aina Aiba
Votes: 303
24. Revue Starlight the Movie (2021)
120 min | Animation, Action, Drama
Starlight - This is a story of a far off star, a long time ago, and in the distant future. Two young girls, captivated by the glamour of the performance, exchange promises: "We'll become stars." "I'll wait for you on stage."
Director: Tomohiro Furukawa | Stars: Momoyo Koyama, Suzuko Mimori, Haruki Iwata, Aina Aiba
Votes: 202
25. Solomon's Perjury (2016–2017)
Drama, Mystery
A male student's body is found at school. Authorities assume that the student killed himself in a fall. Other students at the school hold a trial to uncover the truth behind his death.
Stars: Kim Hyeon-soo, Jang Dong-yoon, Seo Ji-Hoon, Seo Yeong-ju
Votes: 278
26. An L.A. Minute (2018)
R | 86 min | Comedy
"An L.A. Minute" is a satirical look at fame, success, the star-making machinery and the karma that attaches to all those who worship at the altar of Celebrity. Best-selling author Ted Gold... See full summary »
Director: Daniel Adams | Stars: Gabriel Byrne, Kiersey Clemons, Lyne Renée, Bob Balaban
Votes: 147 | Gross: $0.01M
27. Kageki Shojo!! (2021– )
TV-14 | Animation, Comedy, Drama
Founded in the Taisho era, the "Red Flower Opera Company" attracts people's hearts across generations on a beautiful and gorgeous stage created only by unmarried women. The 100th generation... See full summary »
Stars: Kayleigh McKee, Kestin Howard, Keith Silverstein, Anairis Quinones
Votes: 218
28. Lapis Re:Lights (2020– )
TV-14 | 24 min | Animation, Fantasy, Music
Based on a mixed media project that blends fantasy, magical girl and idol elements, Lapis Re:LiGHTs will follow a group of students as they train to become idols. Together, they'll use the ... See full summary »
Stars: Yukari Anzai, Risa Kubota, Live Mukai, Iori Saeki
Votes: 59
29. Somos tú y yo (2007– )
60 min | Music, Romance
Sheryl Rubio and Victor Drijas are students at La Academia, a Performing Arts-style secondary school. Victor is new to the school, and before long, he and Sheryl are in love. This being a ... See full summary »
Stars: Sheryl Rubio, Victor Drija, Arán de las Casas, Rosmeri Marval
Votes: 113
30. Idoly Pride (2021– )
TV-14 | 23 min | Animation, Drama, Fantasy
Mana Nagase, who worked with her friend Makino, became one of the greatest aspiring idols during her time. Now, a few years later, her younger sister, Kotono, joins a girl named Sakura and ten others on an idol journey of a lifetime.
Stars: Mirai Tachibana, Mai Sugano, Kokona Natsume, Nao Sasaki
Votes: 136
31. The 37th Annual Kennedy Center Honors (2014 TV Special)
89 min
Honorees are Al Green, Tom Hanks, Patricia McBride, Sting and Lily Tomlin.
Director: Louis J. Horvitz | Stars: Stephen Colbert, Al Green, Tom Hanks, Patricia McBride
Votes: 53
32. Jinkx Monsoon: Drag Becomes Him (2015)
Not Rated | 82 min | Documentary, Biography
Drag Becomes Him provides an intimate glimpse inside the life of internationally acclaimed drag performer Jinkx Monsoon.
Director: Alex Berry | Stars: Jinkx Monsoon, Benjimen Blair, Zan Gibbs, Deanne Hoffer
Votes: 727
33. Stella of the Theater: World Dai Star (2023– )
TV-14 | Animation, Drama, Music
After Dai Star stage performers exploded in worldwide popularity in the 20th century, 16-year-old Kokona Ootori follows her dream of becoming a World Dai Star by auditioning for the Sirius theatrical troupe.
Stars: Manaka Iwami, Ikumi Hasegawa, Sally Amaki, Maria Naganawa
Votes: 43
34. Garasu no kamen (1984)
TV-PG | 24 min | Animation
Kitajima Maya, a 13-year old girl with a talent for acting, was discovered by the reclusive actress Tsukikage. The story follows Maya's growing up, intense training, overcoming challenges, ... See full summary »
Stars: Masako Katsuki, Haruko Kitahama, Keiko Toda, Taeko Nakanishi
Votes: 83
35. Sakura taisen (2000)
TV-Y7-FV | Animation, Action, Adventure
The year is around the 1920's and the darkness of the demons have arrived. Now, only the people with large amounts of spirit energy can save the Earth. The Flower Division is now going to ... See full summary »
Stars: Ai Orikasa, Chisa Yokoyama, Jessica Hedrick, Jenny M. Larson
Votes: 118
36. Almost a Woman (2002 TV Movie)
TV-PG | 97 min | Drama
Esmeralda Santiago (Ana Maria Lagasca) and her family move to New York from rural Puerto Rico and face a difficult transition because of many challenges. Esmeralda enrolls in school and ... See full summary »
Director: Betty Kaplan | Stars: Wanda De Jesus, Miriam Colon, Cliff De Young, Francesco Quinn
Votes: 163
37. Left (I) (2017)
81 min | Drama, Romance
A college woman, born with a paralyzed arm, aspires to become a pianist. To develop her musical talent and find her inner strength, she'll need the help of a washed-up music professor.
Directors: Stan-Lee Ray Baker, Les Gaddis | Stars: Crystal Cook, David DeLao, Sheril Rodgers, Rachel G. Whittle
Votes: 27
38. 22/7 (2020– )
TV-14 | 24 min | Animation, Drama, Music
One day, Miu Takigawa suddenly receives a letter notifying her that she has been chosen as a member of a brand-new project. Half in disbelief, she heads over to the location stated on the ... See full summary »
Stars: Sally Amaki, Ruri Umino, Reina Miyase, Uta Kawase
Votes: 69
39. Fame High (2012)
Not Rated | 101 min | Documentary
Everyone dreams of fame. From the nail-biting freshman auditions to the spectacular year-end performances, Fame High captures the in-class and at-home drama, competition, heartbreak, and ... See full summary »
Director: Scott Hamilton Kennedy | Stars: Brittany Hayes, Ruby McCollister, Zak Astor, Grace Song
Votes: 303
40. Glass (2007)
Not Rated | 119 min | Documentary, Biography, Music
Academy Award®-nominated director Scott Hicks ("Shine") documents an eventful year in the career and personal life of distinguished Western classical composer Philip Glass as he interacts ... See full summary »
Director: Scott Hicks | Stars: Philip Glass, Holly Critchlow, Chuck Close, JoAnne Akalaitis
Votes: 778 | Gross: $0.02M
41. Back Stage (1919)
Not Rated | 26 min | Short, Comedy
Working their fingers to the bone to prepare the set for an upcoming performance, the enthusiastic stagehands, Roscoe and Buster, find themselves on stage when the cast quits. However, is will alone enough to earn a big round of applause?
Director: Roscoe 'Fatty' Arbuckle | Stars: Roscoe 'Fatty' Arbuckle, Buster Keaton, Al St. John, Charles A. Post
Votes: 1,409
42. The Kennedy Center Honors: A Celebration of the Performing Arts (2011 TV Special)
90 min | Musical
Director: Louis J. Horvitz | Stars: Caroline Kennedy, Barbara Cook, Neil Diamond, Yo-Yo Ma
Votes: 58
43. The Silent Thrush (1992)
Drama, Romance
The Silent Thrush is a fascinating mixture of exoticism and eroticism. It tells the story of Mu Yun (Li Yu-shan), a young woman who joins a Taiwanese opera company. Ka-hung, the company's ... See full summary »
Director: Sheng-Fu Cheng | Stars: Yu-Shan Li, Yi-Chan Lu, Emily Y. Chang, Pai-Tan Chang
44. The Kennedy Center Honors: A Celebration of the Performing Arts (2003 TV Special)
120 min | Family, Musical
Director: Louis J. Horvitz | Stars: Caroline Kennedy, James Brown, Carol Burnett, Loretta Lynn
Votes: 123
45. Stadium Anthems (2018)
99 min | Comedy, Drama, Music
A female recording artist encounters the misogyny and outdated business practices of male record label executives.
Director: Scott Douglas Brown | Stars: Kayden Kross, Shauna Earp, Toddy Walters, Mark Canjar
Votes: 229
46. Shakespeare High (2011)
Not Rated | 82 min | Documentary
An inspiring documentary that follows a diverse group of California high school students as they compete in a Shakespeare Festival unlike any you have ever seen. This unique program counts ... See full summary »
Director: Alex Rotaru | Stars: Richard Dreyfuss, Val Kilmer, Kevin Spacey, Mare Winningham
Votes: 126
47. Strings Attached (II) (2016)
19 min | Short, Drama, Family
A teenage girl from Harlem struggles with obeying her mother's wishes and risk the relationship they have in order to play the violin.
Director: Nelcie Souffrant | Stars: Nelcie Souffrant, Malcolm Xavier, China L. Colston, Geri-Nikole Love
Votes: 9
48. The 36th Annual Kennedy Center Honors (2013 TV Special)
90 min | Musical
The annual telecast that honors those in the performing arts for their lifetime of contributions to American culture. This year's honorees are: Martina Arroyo; Herbie Hancock; Billy Joel; Shirley MacLaine; and Carlos Santana.
Director: Louis J. Horvitz | Stars: Glenn Close, Martina Arroyo, Herbie Hancock, Billy Joel
Votes: 43
49. On Location with: FAME (1980)
12 min | Documentary, Short, Music
A short film about the making of the movie "Fame."
Director: Mark Schneider | Stars: Alan Parker, Maureen Teefy, Antonia Franceschi, Irene Cara
Votes: 64
50. Tall Tales but True: David Williamson - Playwright (1994 TV Special)
58 min | Documentary, Biography, Drama
Director: Don Featherstone | Stars: David Williamson, Annette Shun Wah, Betty Burstall, Ruth Cracknell