Top 50 Best James Franco Movies Of All Time

Milk is a biographical drama that tells the inspiring story of Harvey Milk, the first openly gay person to be elected to public office in the United States during the 1970s.

The film recounts how Milk, after coming out as gay, moved from New York to San Francisco and opened a camera shop in the heart of the Castro District. There, he became keenly aware of the challenges facing the local LGBTQ+ community.

Driven by passion and perseverance, Milk became a powerful advocate for gay rights, leading protests and championing movements that eventually propelled him into public office. The film also touches on the tragic events of 1978, in which Milk and San Francisco Mayor George Moscone were assassinated.

James Franco stars as Scott Smith, Harvey Milk’s devoted partner, who played a significant role as both a gay rights activist and Milk’s campaign manager.

"Spider-Man 2," the second installment in Sam Raimi's acclaimed Spider-Man trilogy, is inspired by the iconic Marvel Comics series. The film delves deeper into the life of Peter Parker as he continues his journey as a superhero.

Set two years after the original, Peter struggles to balance the challenges of his double life. Juggling responsibilities, he finds his personal relationships strained, especially as Mary Jane moves on and becomes engaged to someone else.

Meanwhile, Peter’s best friend Harry Osborn grapples with the legacy of his father and assumes control of Oscorp. On top of these challenges, Peter begins experiencing unpredictable lapses in his powers.

The situation intensifies with the emergence of a dangerous new adversary: Dr. Otto Octavius, who threatens not only Peter’s world but the entire city.

"127 Hours" is a gripping survival drama adapted from Aron Ralston's memoir Between a Rock and a Hard Place. The film chronicles a harrowing real-life ordeal that captivated audiences and critics alike with its intense storytelling.

James Franco stars as mountaineer Aron Ralston, delivering a career-defining performance that earned him an Academy Award nomination. Through his portrayal, Franco masterfully conveys the fear, determination, and resilience Ralston experienced during his ordeal.

The story follows Ralston, an experienced climber whose adventure takes a drastic turn when his arm becomes trapped beneath a massive boulder. With little hope of immediate rescue, he faces the life-or-death challenge of surviving against all odds.

Filming the intense scenes required Franco to confront his claustrophobia, spending extended periods in cramped quarters. To cope with the anxiety, he often concealed textbooks in the narrow crevice, immersing himself in reading to calm his nerves and maintain focus during shooting.

The Ballad of Buster Scruggs is a 2018 Western anthology film directed by Joel and Ethan Coen. The movie presents six uniquely connected tales, painting a vivid picture of the harsh realities of the American frontier with themes of violence, greed, and resilience.

Each story immerses viewers in the lives of different characters struggling to survive amid the unforgiving landscape of the Wild West. James Franco stars as a cowboy sentenced to hang for cattle rustling, bringing compelling energy to one of the film’s most memorable chapters.

From the charismatic, singing gunslinger Buster Scruggs to the hopeful gold prospector in "All Gold Canyon," the film crafts a rich mosaic of humor, tragedy, and perseverance. These stories capture the enduring spirit and diverse experiences that defined the era.

"The Disaster Artist" is a biographical comedy-drama directed, co-produced, and starring James Franco. The film adapts the non-fiction book "The Disaster Artist: My Life Inside The Room, the Greatest Bad Movie Ever Made," authored by Greg Sestero and Tom Bissell.

At the movie's heart is the story of Tommy Wiseau, who wrote, directed, and starred in "The Room" alongside Greg Sestero. Despite being labeled one of the worst films ever created, "The Room" achieved cult status, drawing crowds eager to experience its charmingly flawed oddities.

James Franco's portrayal of Wiseau was inspired by the director’s enigmatic personality and determination. His performance in "The Disaster Artist" earned Franco a Golden Globe Award for Best Actor, cementing his place in cinematic history.

The Little Prince is a delightful animated adventure-comedy inspired by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry’s beloved novella of the same name.

The film skillfully blends stop-motion animation with a talented voice cast, including Jeff Bridges, Mackenzie Foy, Rachel McAdams, and James Franco.

The narrative centers on a young girl living in a rigid and structured world, where her mother’s strict routines leave little room for creativity or spontaneity.

Everything changes when her eccentric elderly neighbor introduces her to the wonders of imagination—just as the Little Prince once did for him.

Through this magical friendship, she discovers joy, adventure, and the importance of seeing life through a child’s eyes.

"Spider-Man" (2002) is the groundbreaking first installment in Sam Raimi's Spider-Man trilogy, chronicling the origin story of the beloved web-slinging superhero.

This action-packed film stars Tobey Maguire as the earnest Peter Parker, Kirsten Dunst as Mary Jane Watson, and James Franco as Harry Osborn. Peter and Harry share a close friendship during their high school years, bonding over their shared outsider status.

After Peter is bitten by a genetically-altered spider, he discovers newfound powers including extraordinary strength, speed, reflexes, and the ability to produce spider-like webs.

Harry, meanwhile, struggles with feelings of neglect from his father, a wealthy scientist. This strained relationship takes a dark turn when Harry's father transforms into the menacing Green Goblin and threatens the city's peace and safety.

Ultimately, it falls to Spider-Man to rise as the hero and protect those in danger, setting the stage for the epic saga that follows.

"Rise of the Planet of the Apes" is a science fiction action drama that serves as a reboot of the classic "Planet of the Apes" franchise. Based on Pierre Boulle's original novel, the film delivers a fresh and gripping interpretation of the iconic story.

This installment broke new ground by pioneering motion capture technology to bring the emotions and movements of chimpanzee characters to life in unprecedented detail. Set in the near future, the plot centers on the development of a groundbreaking drug designed to repair and regenerate brain function.

Researchers test this drug on chimpanzees and are astonished when the animals exhibit advanced intelligence and communication skills similar to humans.

At the heart of the story is Will Rodman, who adopts Caesar, an exceptionally intelligent chimp. As Caesar grows, he becomes aware of the mistreatment of his fellow apes and eventually leads them in a rebellion that challenges the dominance of mankind.

"Eames: The Architect & The Painter" is a captivating documentary that delves into the extraordinary lives and work of visionary designers Charles and Ray Eames.

Narrated by James Franco, the film seamlessly blends his narration with fascinating archival footage, candid interviews, and behind-the-scenes conversations from the Eames office.

Through a rich tapestry of photographs and guest interviews, viewers are offered an insightful glimpse into the originality and creativity that defined the Eames' groundbreaking designs, artwork, and creations.

The documentary thoughtfully explores their trailblazing industrial, furniture, and architectural designs, spotlighting their enduring impact throughout the 1950s, 60s, and 70s.

This is the End is a wildly inventive apocalyptic comedy, co-written, directed, and co-produced by Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg. The film takes a unique, self-aware approach, featuring celebrities playing exaggerated versions of themselves caught in an end-of-the-world scenario.

During production, Goldberg challenged the cast with increasingly absurd and outrageous scenes, hoping to push them to their limits. In fact, he famously tried to get as many stars as possible to turn down his comedic stunts; only James Franco and Seth Rogen accepted every challenge.

The story centers on a simple premise: a group of Hollywood friends gathers in Los Angeles for James Franco’s housewarming party. Suddenly, the apocalypse begins, trapping them together and forcing them to survive one unbelievable situation after another.

"In the Valley of Elah" is a compelling crime drama directed and written by Paul Haggis. Inspired by true events, the film changes the names, locations, and identities of those involved, grounding the story in realism while protecting privacy.

The narrative centers on a father who learns that his son, recently returned from serving in the Iraq War, has gone missing under mysterious circumstances.

Upon arriving at the military base, the family suffers a devastating loss when his son's body is discovered. The father then becomes entangled in the investigation, caught in the tension between local and military authorities as they seek the truth.

Ultimately, the film not only uncovers the answers behind the tragedy but also exposes difficult truths for everyone involved. Paul Haggis was praised for his sensitive direction, successfully weaving an anti-war message into a gripping murder mystery.

Sausage Party is a bold, adult animated film created from the imaginative minds of Seth Rogen, Evan Goldberg, and Jonah Hill. This outrageous story originated as a joke while working on Knocked Up and Superbad, eventually taking shape as a unique project that pushes the boundaries of animated comedy.

The plot centers on a variety of grocery store food items, each given distinct personalities and dreams. These anthropomorphic foods long for the "great beyond," hoping to be chosen by customers and leave the grocery store shelves behind.

James Franco plays a human drug addict who becomes the first to realize that the food items can talk and possess unique identities. His character's discovery sparks chaos and hilarity, making the film an unforgettable and wild adventure.

"The Company" is an American drama that delves into the world of ballet, centering on the renowned Joffrey Ballet Company. The story focuses on Loretta Ryan, her boyfriend Josh Williams, and Alberto Antonelli, the passionate artistic director guiding the troupe.

The film draws inspiration from the real experiences of actual ballet dancers in the company, lending authenticity to its portrayal. Notably, Neve Campbell, herself a trained ballerina, underwent four months of intensive preparation to embody her character convincingly.

James Franco takes on the unique role of a sous chef, not a dancer, for which he trained at a local bistro to accurately depict his character's profession.

Upon its release, "The Company" received positive reviews from critics. The director was especially commended for skillfully capturing the artistry, discipline, and passion of the ballet dancers on screen.

"Pineapple Express" is a stoner comedy written by Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg, and also produced by them alongside Judd Apatow.

The film was largely praised by critics, with James Franco's comedic performance standing out as particularly hilarious. Seth Rogen stars as a process server, whose job involves delivering court notices.

During a visit to his laid-back drug dealer, played by Franco, the two unexpectedly witness a drug lord’s murder carried out by a corrupt cop.

Soon, they find themselves on the run, pursued by the murderous cop determined to keep them quiet. Interestingly, during a table read before filming, Rogen realized Franco was even funnier in the role of the drug dealer, prompting them to switch their original characters, with Rogen becoming the process server.

"Palo Alto" is a coming-of-age teen drama and marks the directorial debut of Gia Coppola, who also adapted the screenplay from a short story collection by James Franco.

The movie earned positive reviews, particularly for its strong cast performances and Coppola's assured direction. At its center is April, a reserved high school student navigating the complexities of adolescence.

April finds herself torn between a longing for her troubled classmate Teddy—who often loses himself in substance use—and her soccer coach, who persistently flirts with her.

In a unique touch, Teddy’s onscreen bedroom is actually the real room of actor Jack Kilmer. The film's narrative is inspired by Franco’s personal experiences growing up in Palo Alto.

"The Iceman" is a gripping biographical crime thriller that delves into the life of the notorious contract killer, Richard “The Iceman” Kuklinski. Inspired by Anthony Bruno’s novel, "The Iceman: The True Story of a Cold-Blooded Killer," the film presents a chilling portrait of one of history’s most infamous hitmen.

Kuklinski began his underworld career as a technician in a mob-controlled pornography lab. After the operation was abruptly shut down, he was recruited to become a hitman — a role he accepted, setting him on a dark and violent path.

Over time, Kuklinski became notorious for skillfully executing many hits. Eventually, a disagreement with his mob boss led him to break away and continue his deadly work as a freelance assassin.

What makes Richard Kuklinski’s story truly compelling is his ability to compartmentalize his life. He managed to keep his murderous profession hidden from his family, maintaining the facade of a loving husband and protective father until the very end.

Howl (2010) is a thought-provoking drama that delves into the emergence of the Beat Generation and its cultural impact. The narrative weaves together three storylines that run simultaneously throughout the film.

The first storyline centers on the infamous 1957 obscenity trial. The second offers a vivid and dramatic portrayal of Allen Ginsberg's life, exploring the inspirations that fueled his poetry. The third focuses on the poem "Howl" itself, unpacking its significance.

In 1955, Ginsberg released his influential collection, Howl and Other Poems, which played a key role in igniting the counterculture movement later known as the San Francisco Renaissance.

The poem made its debut at the Six Gallery Reading in 1955, challenging societal norms and ultimately sparking the landmark 1957 obscenity trial.

Date Night is an action-comedy directed by Shawn Levy, featuring an impressive ensemble cast of Oscar nominees, including Steve Carell, Mark Wahlberg, James Franco, Mark Ruffalo, Taraji P. Henson, and Kristen Wiig.

The film scored a hit at the box office and received moderate reviews from critics. The story centers on the Fosters, a typical suburban couple hoping to spice up their marriage.

To rekindle their romance, they plan a date night at a trendy New York restaurant. Without a reservation, they impulsively pretend to be another couple to secure a table.

Their evening takes a chaotic turn when they discover that the couple they impersonated is entangled in criminal activity. Now, the Fosters must race against the clock to recover some stolen items and clear their names.

"Spring Breakers" is a black comedy-crime drama crafted by Harmony Korine, who both wrote and directed the film. Acclaimed for its sharp critique, the movie explores the apathy, recklessness, and thrill-seeking tendencies found among modern youth.

James Franco earned wide recognition for his standout portrayal of Alien, a drug-dealing rapper. The story kicks off with four young women desperate for cash so they can experience spring break.

In a drug-fueled haze, three of them resort to robbing a restaurant, after which they flee to Florida. While Brit, Candy, and Cotty embrace risk and impulsiveness, Faith stands apart as a devout Christian who quickly senses the peril around them.

Faith is the first to leave, shaken by a night in jail and her encounter with Alien. Meanwhile, her friends are drawn ever deeper into a chaotic underworld of drugs, violence, and gang conflicts.

"The Interview" is an action comedy film co-written, directed, and co-produced by Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg. The movie garnered significant international controversy when North Korea's foreign ministry demanded its release be halted.

Complicating matters, a hacker group issued threats of terrorist attacks against any theater that screened the movie. The plot follows a celebrity gossip show called "Skylark Tonight," where the host Dave Skylark receives an invitation from fan Kim Jong-un, hoping for an interview.

The show's producer and Skylark are thrilled, viewing this as an opportunity to gain credibility as serious journalists. However, the CIA intervenes, attempting to recruit them for a covert mission: to assassinate the North Korean leader during their visit.

Lovelace is a biographical drama based on the life of the porn star Linda Lovelace. She was the star of the hugely popular and successful porn film of 1972.

The film follows the life of the star from the age of 20 years till she reached 32 years.

Lovelace was born in a conservative Christian family with a domineering mother. Upset about her strained relationship with her parents, Lovelace discussed it with Chuck Traynor, a bar owner.

He used this fact to trap her in marriage and regularly abused her. He forced her to make the porn film and raked in all the money.

The public viewed Lovelace as they were unaware of her suffering, and she could not seek help for a long time.

Oz the Great and Powerful is a fantasy adventure that is based on L. Frank Baum’s Oz novels. The film was directed by Sam Raimi and became a box-office hit.

The sense of wonder and magic that the original Wizard of Oz had was lost in this film. Yet, this movie has its strong points as well.

Oscar Diggs is a small-time magician and a big-time con artist who works at a circus. He accidentally gets sucked into the world of Oz, which is in a state of chaos due to the terror spread by a wicked witch.

However, there are three witches in the kingdom, and Oscar has to identify the correct wicked witch and save the land as prophesied.

City by the Sea is a crime drama that is based on the life of New York Police Detective Vincent LaMarca.

The role of the son, Joey, is played by Franco, and he got the role after De Biro was impressed with Franco’s performance in James Dean.

Joey Le Marca is a homeless druggie who is convicted of murder. He contacts Vincent LaMarca, his estranged father, for help, only to be turned down.

Initially, Vincent LaMarca is disappointed at the fact that his son is a murderer, just like his father was.

Now he has to reconcile with his past and decide his future as his son is further embroiled in multiple homicides.

True Story is a biographical crime movie. It is based on the novel of the same name by Michael Finkel, where he recounts his encounter.

The film offers good acting performances from Jonah Hill and James Franco, but the plot weakens its factual accuracy.

Michael Finkel is a New York Times reporter who has lost his job and is contacted by someone stating that Christian Longo has been impersonating him.

He gets curious and contacts Longo to learn that he is awaiting trial for the murder of his wife and children.

Slowly, throughout their correspondences, Longo manipulates Finkel to believe his innocence till the end.

Interior. Leather Bar. is a docu-fiction film that was made by James Franco and Travis Mathews. It is based on the deleted footage of the controversial 1980s film, Cruising.

The original film is about a serial killer who targets gay people. The current docu-fiction is a discussion on the nature of the deleted footage, whether it was homophobic or explicit.

It questions if the actors were comfortable with gay themes during those days, their concerns with censorship, etc. The viewers were not able to discern the point of the film.

They were not able to understand the need for Franco to make such a film, and it eventually tanked at the box office.

King Cobra is a biographical crime drama that is set against the backdrop of the gay porn industry. The story is based on the novels, Cobra Killer: Gay Porn, Murder, and the Manhunt to Bring the Killers to Justice.

James Franco portrays the antagonist, but the film flopped. A seventeen-year-old teen agrees to star in a gay porn film made by director Stephen Kocis.

The film becomes immensely popular, and the director rakes in large profits. When the teen learns that he is not being paid well compared to his success, he fights with the director.

At the same time, a rival porn filmmaker gets jealous over his success leading to deadly consequences. Though the film was marketed as a biography, the central character denounced the film as a fiction that mocks the queer community and the porn industry.

The Great Raid is a war drama that depicts the events that led to the rescue mission of 500 American troops that were held in the Japanese POW camps in the Philippines.

The plot is based on the account from The Great Raid on Cabanatuan by William Brauer and Ghost Soldiers by Hampton Sides.

During WWII, in the Japanese POW camp in the Philippines, many American forces were held captive in deplorable living conditions.

As the 500 soldiers were losing hope of ever being rescued, a company led by Lieutenant Colonel Henry Mucci and Captain Robert Prince launched a rescue mission.

While some critics felt that there was no character development in the story. Chicago Sun-Times review praised the film for concentrating on the war effort, and not the unnecessary stuff.

Memoria is a drama based on a short story written by James Franco. The film explores the life of a kid who feels unsatisfied with the way his life is progressing but refuses to do anything about it.

He sets low expectations in his life and struggles to fit in with any crowd. The film was directed by Vladimir de Fontenay and Nina Ljeti, based on the short story Palo Alto by Franco.

Memoria received just five reviews on Rotten Tomatoes to date, which were favorable. Hence, the film is considered to have positive reviews.

However, the audience felt that the plot just meanders into nothing. It shows promise in the first half but eventually fizzles out.

Flyboys is a historic action war drama that was set during world war I. The story revolves around the exploits of the American youth who volunteered to fight in WWI before America decided to enter the war.

They formed their squadron called Lafayette Escadrille and did many heroic acts of bravery. The story follows the exploits of a fictional Lafayette Escadrille pilot, Rawling who, along with Eugene Skinner, William Jensen, Briggs Lowry, Eddie Beagle, etc., join the squadron.

They are mentored by Reed Cassidy under the command of Georges Thenault. The characters are inspired by real-life Lafayette Escadrille pilots.

Their original Squadron mascots were two lion cubs named Whiskey and Soda.

Eat Pray Love is a biographical romantic drama based on a novel of the same name by Elizabeth Gilbert.

The film was successful at the box office, but it received negative reviews. Many people objected to the casting of Javier Bardem as Felipe, a Brazilian businessman, when he was a Spaniard.

They also opposed the casting of Mr. Spaghetti as an AS Roma fan when he was a fan of SS Lazio.

Eat Pray Love is the journey of self-discovery for Elizabeth Gilbert, who was married but unhappy. She sets out on a world tour to discover the three necessities for happiness, eating, praying, and love.

Why Him? is a romantic comedy film co-written and directed by John Hamburg. The film was a box office hit despite the negative reviews from critics.

Laird Mayhew is the CEO of a video games company. He is in love with Stephanie Fleming and decides to propose to her.

In the meantime, Stephanie's family arrives to meet him, and her father disapproves of Laird because of his immaturity.

The rest of the film revolves around the family reconciling and moving forward. In an interview, Franco disclosed that all the tattoos on him were designed by him.

Being an avid painter, he used all his paintings to decorate the home of his character.

In Dubious Battle is a period drama that is set during the Great Depression. It is an adaptation of the novel of the same name written by John Steinbeck.

The labor characters in the film were described sympathetically by the author. But Franco, the director, portrayed them in a devious light.

The story is set on farms in California during the Great Depression in the 1930s. The farmers were finding it difficult to survive on the low wages they were receiving and the poor living conditions.

To aggravate matters, the management cuts farmer salaries from $3 to $1 per day, leading to protests and boycotts.

The film was considered the finest directorial venture by James Franco.

Kin is a science fiction action film by Jonathan and Josh Baker. They made a short film titled Bag Man in 2014, and they adapted this film to make the feature-length film, Kin.

Critics gave the film a B+ rating with average reviews. They felt that the pacing and narrative were a little off considering the late twist in the plot.

The story starts with a futuristic world where Eli lives with his adopted father. One day she finds a strange weapon in an even stranger scene of battle.

Eli picks up the weapon and hides it. Later, Jimmy, his elder brother returns from prison and brings home trouble.

Eli is forced to flee with Jimmy and along the way, they bond but trouble follows.

The Vault is a horror film co-written and directed by Dan Bush. The film did not receive positive reviews.

They were average to mixed reviews that did not recommend watching the film. The film has a few goof-ups, like the bag of cash that was supposed to contain notes dating back to 1982 were notes issued in 1996.

The name of Centurion bank is followed by a string of roman numerals "MCMXXLIIV". These numerals do not make sense as they should have been MCMLXXVII to indicate the year it was established.

The horror film is set in a bank where a robbery is underway. The robbers are led into a vault that unleashes an unknown danger upon the robbers.

Third Person is a drama film that follows three different love stories that take place in New York, Paris, and Rome.

The film has an interesting premise with good acting, but the story is not impactful. The critics also gave it negative reviews.

Michael is a writer who has left his wife and is involved in an affair with a wannabe writer while in Paris.

Scott is a businessman who goes to Rome to steal designs from fashion houses but falls for a desperate mother who wants to rescue her daughter.

While Rick is stuck in a bitter custody battle with his ex-wife over visitation rights for their child. In a scene where Rick slaps his ex-wife and drags her across the floor, he accidentally stumbles.

The director retained the misstep as it added character to the scene.

Queen of the Desert is a biographical epic about Gertrude Bell, who served as an archaeologist, cartographer, writer, and British political officer.

The film has stellar performances from Nicole Kidman and a talented cast, including James Franco, Robert Pattinson, Damien Lewis, etc., yet the film flopped.

The story follows the life and work of Gertrude Bell, who is from British high society. She despises the balls and the idyllic life of gossip.

She travels along with her uncle to the near east, meets and embarks on many adventures. On the first day of filming, Kidman had to work with an untrained vulture who tried to peck her.

Kidman said that the scene was her favorite in the film.

Every Thing Will Be Fine is a Canadian-Swedish film directed by Wim Wenders. The film was released at the Berlin Film Festival and received its US premiere at the Toronto Film festival.

Alexander Desplat added music to the film a week before its release. The story revolves around a writer, Tomas, who accidentally causes the death of a little child while his brother survives.

This accident causes emotional upheaval in the lives of all those involved. Tomas becomes depressed and breaks up with his girlfriend.

The mother of the child suffers guilt and self-blame, while the surviving brother grows up into a troubled teen.

Your Highness is a fantasy comedy action film that was written by Danny McBride and Ben Best. The film was a box office bomb that even the critics were unhappy with.

They felt that the scatological jokes were tasteless and juvenile. The director disclosed in an interview that the script was just a general direction of the story, and most dialogues were improvised.

Fabious and Thadious are brothers, and they are forced to come together to work and defeat an evil sorcerer Leezar.

Fabious is a strong and capable brother, while Thadious is a lazy loser who tries to get away from responsibility.

Your Highness has few jokes to offer, and the lead actress Natalie Portman accepted that she took the film for the paycheck.

She was waiting for another film of hers to get the nod from studios, so she needed the money.

Good People is an action film that is adapted from the novel of the same name written by Marcus Sakey.

The film is set in London, and it is a crime caper that has been criticized for its thinly fleshed characters.

It is difficult to invest emotionally in a film that could have been an engrossing tale. Tom and Anna are a couple who are living in London and renovating their house.

They are heavily in debt. One day they discover their tenant died from a drug overdose, and he hid a stash of cash in the house.

The couple used this cash to clear their debt, but the cash was ill-gotten by the tenant who betrayed his friends and stole from a drug dealer.

Now both parties are chasing the couple to recover the cash and police are also involved due to apprehending the crooks.

Annapolis is a drama set in the naval academy of Annapolis. The US Navy and the Dept. of Defense refused to approve or support the film.

The critics were also unhappy with the flimsy plot that lacked all the hallmarks of a good naval film story.

Jake Huard is a youth who dreams of joining the US Navy. Although he is selected to the Naval academy at Annapolis, he struggles to fit in with the class.

He lacks academically and he is constantly hazed by his instructors and mates until he decides to fight back in the upcoming boxing matches.

During the filming, Tyrese Gibson and James Franco had a falling out, and Gibson refused to work with Franco ever again.

Whatever It Takes is a teen comedy that is a modern retelling of the play Cyrano de Bergerac. The film was a flop, but it was nominated for three Teen Choice Awards.

The story was old, the jokes were flat, the performance was passable, and overall it was an average film.

Ryan is a geeky kid who has a crush on the popular girl, Ashley. To help him get Ashley, her cousin, Chris, agrees to help Ryan in exchange for his help to date Maggie.

Ryan helps Chris get Maggie while Ryan catches Ashley’s attention. However, things are not the same as he imagined.

The movie was filmed in Torrance High School where She’s All That was filmed. Jodi O’Keefe plays the mean girl in both films.

Arctic Dogs is an animated film about a mailman from the Arctic Blast Delivery Service. The story is about a mailman who aspires to become the top dog delivery man and stumbles upon a sinister plot of world domination.

He and his ragtag group of friends have to foil the evil plan and save the world. The film received mixed reviews, with some critics panning it.

The audience gave it a rating of B- at CinemaScore, while PostTrak gave it a good rating of ‘recommended.' The film failed at the box office and recovered only a fifth of the budget.

However, there were spin-offs to the film, like Arctic Friends, Puffin, and Puffins, which were released on Apple+ TV and Amazon Prime. Johnny Depp voiced Puffin in the series.

The Pretenders is a film directed by James Franco with a screenplay by Josh Boone. The film follows the life and encounters of a young filmmaker, his photographer friend, and an actress.

It is a love triangle that is confusing at best. The film has a mix of fresh talent with Jack Kilmer, Juno Temple, Shaameik Moore, etc., and the old guard with Dennis Quaid, Brian Cox, etc.

Yet, The Pretenders is a forgettable film with nothing outstanding about it. The film received mostly negative reviews, with a few calling the film shallow, shoddy filmmaking, flat-footed performances, etc.

This American made-for-TV biographical drama film James Dean chronicles the rise and fall of the iconic actor James Dean, played by James Franco. The film was directed by Mark Rydell and earned two Primetime Emmy Awards and a Golden Globe Award, along with multiple nominations.

The film follows Dean's journey from his troubled childhood in Indiana to his meteoric rise to stardom in Hollywood, capturing his intense performances, rebellious spirit, and tumultuous relationships. 

Dean's talent and charisma are undeniable, but his personal demons threaten to derail his success. His struggles with self-doubt, addiction, and reckless behaviour ultimately lead to his tragic death at the age of 24.

"Deuces Wild" is a 2002 film set in 1958 Brooklyn and revolves around two brothers, Leon and Bobby, who are members of a street gang called the Deuces.

The brothers find themselves caught in a turf war with a rival gang the Vipers, led by Marco. As tensions escalate, they must navigate the dangerous world of gang warfare while dealing with personal conflicts and the growing influence of drugs.

The audience reception of "Deuces Wild" was mixed. While some appreciated the film's nostalgic portrayal of 1950s Brooklyn and its stylish aesthetic, others found the plot to be cliched.

Critics criticized the film for its excessive violence and predictable plot. However, it has since gained a cult following among fans of gritty urban dramas and 1950s nostalgia.

"The Mad Whale" is a 2017 film set in the 19th century within an all-female mental institution. The story revolves around a new doctor named Dr. Benjamin, who arrives at the institution with modern ideas about treating mental illness.

He challenges the conventional methods used by the authoritarian head nurse, Mrs. Bucket. As tensions rise and power struggles ensue, the patients of the asylum find their voices and strength, ultimately leading to a rebellion against the oppressive system.

The critical reaction to "The Mad Whale" was largely negative. Critics found the film's narrative to be disjointed and the pacing uneven, resulting in a lack of emotional engagement.

While the film tackled important themes of female empowerment and the treatment of mental illness, many felt that it failed to fully explore or execute them effectively.

Mississippi Requiem is a collection of four short films that were directed by Arkesh Ajay, Kelly Pike, Jerell Rosales, and Marta Savina.

James Franco acted in A Rose of Emily and co-wrote and produced the film through his production company Elysium Bandini Studio.

The film is a collection of four short films that are adapted from William Faulkner’s short stories. They were directed by four different directors into short films.

The short story that Franco performs is the short story, A Rose For Emily. It is the tale of an emotionally damaged young woman who lost her last surviving relative, her father at a young age.

This led to her becoming a recluse and insistent on maintaining the status quo on everything around her.

Blood Heist is an action film directed by Jenna Cavelle, and she co-wrote the script along with Jay Davis and Amber Viera.

The film is about filmmakers who attempt to take realism to the next level, resulting in a disastrous ending.

A group of siblings, two sisters, and a brother plan a violent robbery to use the money to make an independent film.

They decide to make their film based on the process and events of the armed robbery. The events of the robbery go awry from the early stages.

The film did not make an impression on its audience or critics. It went largely forgotten and unnoticed.