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James Foley
Director 1953 - 2025

James Foley

Brooklyn, New York, USA

James Foley (December 28, 1953 – May 6, 2025) was an American film director. His 1986 film At Close Range was entered into the 36th Berlin International Film Festival. Other films he directed include Glengarry Glen Ross, based on the play of the same name by David Mamet, and... Read full bio →

Directed Films

Every film this person directed

12 titles
Fifty Shades Freed

Fifty Shades Freed

James Foley 2018 1h 45m 5.0

Believing they have left behind shadowy figures from their past, newlyweds Christian and Ana fully embrace an inextricable connection and shared life of luxury. But just as she steps into her role as Mrs. Grey and he relaxes into an unfamiliar stability, new threats could jeopardize their happy ending before it even begins.

Fifty Shades Darker

Fifty Shades Darker

James Foley 2017 1h 58m 5.0

When a wounded Christian Grey tries to entice a cautious Ana Steele back into his life, she demands a new arrangement before she will give him another chance. As the two begin to build trust and find stability, shadowy figures from Christian’s past start to circle the couple, determined to destroy their hopes for a future together.

Perfect Stranger

Perfect Stranger

James Foley 2007 1h 49m 6.1

A journalist goes undercover to ferret out businessman Harrison Hill as her best friend's killer. Posing as one of his temps, she enters into a game of online cat-and-mouse.

Confidence

Confidence

James Foley 2003 1h 37m 7.3

What Jake Vig doesn't know just might get him killed. A sharp and polished grifter, Jake has just swindled thousands of dollars from the unsuspecting Lionel Dolby with the help of his crew. It becomes clear that Lionel wasn't just any mark, he was an accountant for eccentric crime boss Winston King.

The Corruptor

The Corruptor

James Foley 1999 1h 50m 5.9

Danny is a young cop partnered with Nick, a seasoned but ethically tainted veteran. As the two try to stop a gang war in Chinatown, Danny relies on Nick but grows increasingly uncomfortable with the way Nick gets things done.

The Chamber

The Chamber

James Foley 1996 1h 53m 5.0

Idealistic young attorney Adam Hall takes on the death row clemency case of his racist grandfather, Sam Cayhall, a former Ku Klux Klan member he has never met.

Fear

Fear

James Foley 1996 1h 37m 5.8

Nicole Walker always dreamed of being swept away by someone special — someone strong, sexy and sensitive who would care for her more than anything else in the world. David is all that and more: a modern-day knight who charms and seduces her, body and soul. But her perfect boyfriend is not all he seems to be.

Two Bits

Two Bits

James Foley 1995 1h 25m 6.0

It's a hot summer day in 1933 in South Philly, where 12-year old Gennaro lives with his widowed mom and his ailing grandpa, who sits outside holding tight to his last quarter, which he's promised to Gennaro and which Gennaro would like to have to buy a ticket to the plush new movie theater.

Glengarry Glen Ross

Glengarry Glen Ross

James Foley 1992 1h 40m 7.1

An examination of the machinations behind the scenes at a real estate office.

After Dark, My Sweet

After Dark, My Sweet

James Foley 1990 1h 54m 4.0

The intriguing relationship between three desperados, who try to kidnap a wealthy child in hope of turning their lives around.

Who's That Girl

Who's That Girl

James Foley 1987 1h 33m 1.0

An uptight New York tax lawyer gets his life turned upside down, all in a single day, when he's asked to escort a feisty and free-spirited female ex-convict whom asks him to help prove her innocence of her crime.

At Close Range

At Close Range

James Foley 1986 1h 56m 6.7

Based upon the true story of Bruce Johnston Sr., his son, and his brothers; together, they constituted one of suburban Philadelphia's most notorious crime families during the 1970's. Their criminal activities ranged from burglary, theft... and ultimately, murder.

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