Hallmark, in 2005 premiered the first Jane Doe movie, Vanishing Act. The movies follow the character Cathy Davis (played by Lea Thompson), who the NSA recruits to use her skills as an expert in languages and cultural anthropology to solve crimes and track down missing persons.
The series began with the 2005 television movie Vanishing Act and has since produced eleven more movies on the Hallmark Channel. The movies are typically two hours long and air on Saturday nights.
The franchise has proven to be popular with viewers and is one of the highest-rated series on the Hallmark Channel. It has also been praised by critics, who have called it “addictive” and “engaging.”
In 2017, it was announced that a Jane Doe movie would be released direct-to-video. Titled Jane Doe: Eyes Only, the movie was released on January 30, 2018.
Jane Doe movie series is a franchise of American television movies created by Dick Wolf and starring Lea Thompson as Cathy Davis, a secret agent working for the NSA under the code-name “Jane Doe.”
The movies follow Cathy as the agency recruits her to use her skills as an expert in languages and cultural anthropology to solve crimes and track down missing persons.
Here’s the Order to Watch the Jane Doe Movies
- Vanishing Act (2005)
- Now You See It, Now You Don’t (2005)
- Till Death Do Us Part (2005)
- The Wrong Face (2005)
- Yes, I Remember It Well (2006)
- The Harder They Fall (2006)
- Ties That Bind (2007)
- How To Fire Your Boss (2007)
- Eye of the Beholder (2008)
Vanishing Act (2005)
Director: James A. Contner | Writers: Dean Hargrove | Stars: Lea Thompson, Joe Penny, William R. Moses | Country of origin: the United States | Runtime: The movie’s runtime is 1 hour and 32 minutes. | Release Date: January 21, 2005 | Language: The language is English. | Genres: The movie genre is a mystery. | Filming Locations: Los Angeles, California, USA | Production Companies: Hallmark Entertainment, Alpine Medien Productions, Larry Levinson Productions
The first movie was released in 2005, and it is called Vanishing Act. Frank Darnell, director of the Central Security Agency (CSA), is at a loss when Miles Crandall, the genius who writes top-secret satellite communication software for his Pentagon-contracted company, disappears without a trace.
There’s no sign of foul play, but Crandall’s wife fears the worst. Darnell won’t give up until he finds Crandall, but when the case takes a turn for the bizarre, Darnell wonders if even Crandall’s genius can explain what’s happened to him.
The movie was directed by James A. Contner and written by Dean Hargrove. It starred Lea Thompson, Joe Penny, and William R. Moses.
Cathy Davis, a Central Security Agency secret agent, retires to spend more time with her husband, Jack and their two children. Jack is a successful businessman who owns a large company. The couple lives in a luxurious home and has a comfortable life.
However, their idyllic life is shattered when Jack is kidnapped and held for ransom. Cathy must put her skills to the test to find her husband and save his life.
Miles Crandall, a secret software engineer who writes software for communication satellites, is kidnapped. He is told that they will kill him if he does not write a software program that will allow the kidnappers to intercept all communications from the satellites. Crandall is reluctant to help them, but he is forced to comply when they threaten to kill his family.
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Now You See It, Now You Don’t (2005)
Director: Armand Mastroianni | Writer: Dean Hargrove, Jeff Peters, Stephen Niver | Stars: Lea Thompson, Joe Penny, William R. Moses | Country of origin: the United States | Runtime: The runtime of the movie is 1 hour and 29 minutes. | Release Date: February 18, 2005, | Language: The language is English. | Genres: The movie genre is a mystery. | Filming Locations: Los Angeles, California, USA | Production Companies: Hallmark Entertainment, MAT IV, Alpine Medien Productions
In the second movie, Now You See It, Now You Don’t, Jane is assigned to track down a fugitive scientist, David Wilson (played by Patrick Muldoon), who has stolen top-secret government information.
Wilson is a former NSA agent who went rogue and is now selling government secrets to the highest bidder. When Wilson’s latest buyer turns out to be a terrorist, Jane must race against the clock to stop him from selling the information and prevent a major terrorist attack.
The movie was directed by Armand Mastroianni and written by Dean Hargrove, Jeff Peters, and Stephen Niver. It starred Lea Thompson, Joe Penny, and William R. Moses.
Just a few hours before the exhibition, the Declaration of Independence is displayed in a Los Angeles bank. It is guarded by two security experts: Jack and Harry. However, the document is stolen, and the two men must find it before it disappears forever.
When the owner of a successful dating website is murdered, his ex-wife, Jane, is hired to investigate the crime. However, she soon discovers that the suspects are closer to home than she thought.
Frank contacts his best officer, Cathy Davis, and informs her of her whereabouts, asking her to track down the terrorists. When the couple’s daughter is kidnapped, they must put their differences aside and work together to save her life.
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Till Death Do Us Part (2005)
Director: Armand Mastroianni | Writer: Dean Hargrove, Jeff Peters, Stephen Niver | Stars: Lea Thompson, Joe Penny, William R. Moses | Country of origin: the United States | Runtime: The runtime of the movie is 1 hour and 29 minutes. | Release Date: March 11, 2005, | Language: The language is English. | Genres: The movie genres are crime and mystery. | Filming Locations: Whiteman Airport – 12657 Osborne Street, Pacoima, Los Angeles, California, USA | Production Companies: Hallmark Entertainment, Alpine Medien Productions, Larry Levinson Productions
In the third movie, Till Death Do Us Part, Jane is on the case of a missing scientist, Nathan Harris (played by Robert Moloney), who has invented a top-secret biological weapon. When Harris’ wife, Lauren (played by Nicole de Boer), is kidnapped, Jane must find Harris and stop the terrorists from using the weapon.
The movie was directed by Armand Mastroianni and written by Dean Hargrove, Jeff Peters, and Stephen Niver. It starred Lea Thompson, Joe Penny, and William R. Moses.
Louis Angelini, the mob patriarch, escapes from prison with the help of ex-con Rocco Galletta by faking his own death. Angelini’s crime family is on the verge of collapse, and he needs Rocco’s help to regain control.
However, when Rocco falls in love with Angelini’s daughter, he must choose between his loyalty to the family and his newfound love.
Angelini’s lawyer, Armand Nordstrom, is assassinated, and his daughter, Catherine, is kidnapped. Rocco comes to her rescue, and they escape. However, their relationship is put to the test when Rocco is arrested for Nordstrom’s murder.
Cathy Davis, a retired NSA agent, must take on a new case when her old friend, Julia, is kidnapped. However, the case turns dangerous when the kidnappers demand that she find their boss, Frank Nitti. Meanwhile, Jack is also investigating the case and soon discovers that the kidnappers are not who they seem to be.
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The Wrong Face (2005)
Director: Mark Griffiths | Writer: Dean Hargrove, George Eckstein, Ethlie Ann Vare | Stars: Lea Thompson, Joe Penny, William R. Moses | Country of origin: the United States | Runtime: The runtime of the movie is 1 hour and 22 minutes. | Release Date: June 19, 2005, | Language: The language is English. | Genres: The movie genres are crime, drama, and mystery. | Filming Locations: Simi Valley Auto Wrecking, 900 W Los Angeles Ave, Simi Valley, CA 93065, USA | Production Companies: Hallmark Entertainment, Alpine Medien Productions, Larry Levinson Productions
In the fourth movie, The Wrong Face, Jane is on the case of a fugitive, Steven Baker (played by Greg Evigan), who has stolen millions of dollars from the government. When Baker’s face is surgically altered, Jane must find him before he can escape.
The movie was directed by Armand Mastroianni and written by Dean Hargrove, Jeff Peters, and Stephen Niver. It starred Lea Thompson, Joe Penny, and William R. Moses.
Caroline, the wife of US attorney and Congressional candidate Phil Raphaelson, is kidnapped. The kidnappers demand that Raphaelson drops out of the race, but he refuses.
Caroline is held captive and tortured, but she does not give in to the demands. Meanwhile, Phil’s brother, Michael, is also investigating the case, and he soon discovers that the kidnappers are not who they seem to be.
Soon after, Phil receives a call from the kidnappers, and Caroline is heard screaming in the background. He agrees to drop out of the race, and she is released. However, Michael is not convinced that the kidnappers are done with them, and he continues to investigate.
Cathy Davis, code-named “Jane Doe,” must leave her family behind when she is called back into action. She is sent to investigate a series of murders that have been committed by a serial killer known as “The Professor.” However, the case turns dangerous when the killer sets his sights on her.
Yes, I Remember It Well (2006)
Director: Armand Mastroianni | Writer: Dean Hargrove, Ethlie Ann Vare, Stephen Niver | Stars: Lea Thompson, Joe Penny, William R. Moses | Country of origin: the United States | Runtime: The runtime of the movie is 1 hour and 29 minutes. | Release Date: January 14, 2006, | Language: The language is English. | Genres: The movie genres are crime, drama, and mystery. | Filming Locations: Los Angeles, California, USA | Production Companies: Hallmark Entertainment, Alpine Medien Productions, Larry Levinson Productions
In the fifth movie, Yes, I Remember It Well, Jane is on the case of a missing woman, Emily Patterson (played by Teryl Rothery). When Emily’s husband, John (played by Greg Kean), is killed, Jane must find Emily and figure out what happened.
The movie was directed by Armand Mastroianni and written by Dean Hargrove, Ethlie Ann Vare, and Stephen Niver. It starred Lea Thompson, Joe Penny, and William R. Moses.
Everything is going well in Cathy’s life, and she is spending quality time with her mother, Polly. However, her idyllic life is shattered when she receives a call from Julia, who tells her that Frank Nitti has been kidnapped. Cathy rushes to save him, but she is too late, and he is killed.
As the investigation into Nitti’s murder progresses, Polly is kidnapped by the killers. They demand that Cathy find their boss, Armand Nordstrom, or they will kill her mother. Meanwhile, Jack is also investigating the case and soon discovers that the kidnappers are not who they seem to be.
Cathy and Jack team up to find Nordstrom, but their investigation turns dangerous when they discover that he is working with the CIA. As they close in on their target, they must also deal with the killers who are still after Polly.
The Harder They Fall (2006)
Director: Lea Thompson | Writer: Dean Hargrove, Ethlie Ann Vare, Stephen Niver | Stars: Lea Thompson, Joe Penny, William R. Moses | Country of origin: the United States | Runtime: The runtime of the movie is 1 hour and 21 minutes. | Release Date: March 04, 2006, | Language: The language is English. | Genres: The movie genres are crime, family, and mystery. | Filming Locations: Los Angeles, California, USA | Production Companies: Hallmark Entertainment, Alpine Medien Productions, Larry Levinson Productions
In the sixth movie, The Harder They Fall, Jane is on the case of a missing woman, Emily Patterson (played by Teryl Rothery). When Emily’s husband, John (played by Greg Kean), is killed, Jane must find Emily and figure out what happened.
The movie was directed by Lea Thompson and written by Dean Hargrove, Ethlie Ann Vare, and Stephen Niver. It starred Lea Thompson, Joe Penny, and William R. Moses.
Melville Horning, an international businessman, is discovered dead on his yacht along with four of his firm’s employees. His death was made to look like an accident, but Cathy suspects foul play. She soon discovers that Horning was involved in a scheme to smuggle diamonds into the US.
As the investigation progresses, Cathy’s suspicions are confirmed when another body is found. She also discovers that Horning’s business partner, Armand Nordstrom, is behind the smuggling operation. Nordstrom is a ruthless man who will stop at nothing to achieve his goals.
Cathy and Jack team up to bring Nordstrom down, but their investigation turns dangerous when they discover that he is working with the CIA. As they close in on their target, they must also deal with the killers who are still after Polly.
Jim asks his CSA colleagues to investigate and informs them that Alyssa had been diagnosed with cancer a few months before her death. However, the doctors found no trace of the disease when they performed an autopsy on her body.
The team soon discovers that Alyssa’s cancer was in remission when she died. They also discovered that she had been receiving threatening letters from someone who knew about her cancer. As the investigation progresses, the team discovers that Alyssa’s death was no accident.
They soon discover that she was killed by someone who wanted her insurance money. As they close in on their target, they must also deal with the killers who are still after Polly.
Ties That Bind (2007)
Director: James A. Contner | Writer: Dean Hargrove, Ethlie Ann Vare, Adam Armus | Stars: Lea Thompson, Joe Penny, William R. Moses | Country of origin: the United States | Runtime: The runtime of the movie is 1 hour and 20 minutes. | Release Date: March 17, 2007, | Language: The language is English. | Genres: The movie genres are crime, drama, and mystery. | Filming Locations: Los Angeles, California, USA | Production Companies: RHI Entertainment, Alpine Medien Productions, Larry Levinson Productions
In the seventh movie, Ties That Bind, Jane is on the case of a missing woman, Emily Patterson (played by Teryl Rothery). When Emily’s husband, John (played by Greg Kean), is killed, Jane must find Emily and figure out what happened.
The movie was directed by James A. Contner and written by Dean Hargrove, Ethlie Ann Vare, and Adam Armus. It starred Lea Thompson, Joe Penny, and William R. Moses.
The CFO of a major defence contractor is assassinated, and given the gravity of the situation, the President of the United States calls on the CIA to investigate. However, the case took a dangerous turn when it was discovered that the CFO was involved in a scheme to smuggle arms into the Middle East.
As the investigation progressed, it was revealed that the CFO was working with a terrorist organization called “The Brotherhood.” The Brotherhood is planning a major attack on the US, and they will stop at nothing to achieve their goals.
Cathy and Jack team up to stop the Brotherhood, but their investigation turns dangerous when they discover that the CFO’s wife, Julia, is also involved in the scheme. As they close in on their target, they must also deal with the killers who are still after Polly.
The NSA begins their investigation and soon learns that one of the case’s key suspects has been murdered in jail. They also discover that the other key suspect, Julia, has disappeared. As the investigation progresses, they discover that Julia is working with a Russian intelligence agency.
Cathy and Jack team up to find Julia, but their investigation turns dangerous when they discover that she is working with the CIA. As they close in on their target, they must also deal with the killers who are still after Polly.
How To Fire Your Boss (2007)
Director: James A. Contner | Writer: Dean Hargrove, Ethlie Ann Vare, Adam Armus | Stars: Lea Thompson, Joe Penny, William R. Moses, William B. Davis | Country of origin: the United States | Runtime: The runtime of the movie is 1 hour and 24 minutes. | Release Date: May 08, 2007, | Language: The language is English. | Genres: The movie genres are crime, drama, and mystery. | Filming Locations: Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada | Production Companies: RHI Entertainment, Alpine Medien Productions, Mavrocine
In the eighth movie, How to Fire Your Boss, Jane is hired by a woman, Emily Patterson (played by Teryl Rothery), to find out who killed her husband, John (played by Greg Kean). When Emily’s boss, Mr Burns (played by William B. Davis), is killed, Jane must find out who did it.
The movie was directed by James A. Contner and written by Dean Hargrove, Ethlie Ann Vare, and Adam Armus. It starred Lea Thompson, Joe Penny, William R. Moses, and William B. Davis.
Jane Doe, AKA housewife Cathy Davis learns that one of the NSA agents has been killed, and she is convinced that her boss, Jack Crawford, is behind it. She soon discovers that Jack is involved in a scheme to smuggle arms into the Middle East.
As the investigation progresses, Cathy discovers that Jack is working with a terrorist organization called “The Brotherhood.” The Brotherhood is planning a major attack on the US, and they will stop at nothing to achieve their goals.
Cathy and her team must find a way to stop the Brotherhood, but their investigation turns dangerous when they discover that Jack is also working with the CIA. As they close in on their target, they must also deal with the killers who are still after Polly.
Eye of the Beholder (2008)
Director: Lea Thompson | Writer: Dean Hargrove, Bridget Terry | Stars: Lea Thompson, Joe Penny, William R. Moses, William B. Davis | Country of origin: the United States | Runtime: The runtime of the movie is 1 hour and 18 minutes. | Release Date: May 27, 2008, | Language: The language is English. | Genres: The movie genres are crime, family, and mystery. | Filming Locations: Los Angeles, California, USA | Production Companies: RHI Entertainment, Alpine Medien Productions, Larry Levinson Productions
In the ninth movie, Eye of the Beholder, Jane is hired by a woman, Emily Patterson (played by Teryl Rothery), to find out who killed her husband, John (played by Greg Kean). When Emily’s boss, Mr Burns (played by William B. Davis), is killed, Jane must find out who did it.
The movie was directed by Lea Thompson and written by Dean Hargrove and Bridget Terry. It starred Lea Thompson, Joe Penny, William R. Moses, and William B. Davis.
In a cultural event, a lost Vermeer painting worth one hundred and fifty million dollars will get revealed at an art museum in San Francisco- but the painting is a fake.
Polly and Jack work together to find the real painting, but their investigation turns dangerous when they discover that the person who stole the painting is also working with the CIA. As they close in on their target, they must also deal with the killers who are still after Polly.
Undercover secret agent Jane Doe attends the event to ensure the painting’s safe return, but the thieves soon kidnap her. As the investigation progresses, it is revealed that the person who stole the painting is working with a Russian intelligence agency.
Cathy and her team must find a way to stop the Russians, but their investigation turns dangerous when they discover that Julia is also involved. As they close in on their target, they must also deal with the killers who are still after Polly.
Jane Doe Movies In Order By IMDB Rating
| Movies | Rating on IMDB |
|---|---|
| Vanishing Act | 6.0/10 |
| Now You See It, Now You Don’t | 6.0/10 |
| Till Death Do Us Part | 6.1/10 |
| The Wrong Face | 6.2/10 |
| Yes, I Remember It Well | 6.0/10 |
| The Harder They Fall | 6.2/10 |
| Ties That Bind | 6.0/10 |
| How To Fire Your Boss | 6.1/10 |
| Eye of the Beholder | 6.2/10 |
Other Popular Action Series to Binge Watch
If you are looking for other popular action series to binge-watch, we recommend the following:
- The Bourne Identity Series
- The Mission Impossible Series
- The Fast and the Furious Series
- The Expendables Series
- The Die Hard Series
- The Predator Series
- The Terminator Series
- The Alien Series
- The Matrix Series
- The John Wick Series
FAQs
Are All of The Jane Doe Movies Part of The Same Series?
No, the Jane Doe movies are not all part of the same series. However, they all feature the character of Jane Doe, who is an undercover agent with the CIA.
What Is The Jane Doe Movie Series About?
The Jane Doe movie series is about an undercover agent with the CIA who is investigating a series of murders. As she investigates, she discovers that her boss is involved in a scheme to smuggle arms into the Middle East.
She must find a way to stop him, but her investigation takes a dangerous turn when she discovers that he is also working with the CIA. As she closes in on her target, she must also deal with the killers who are still after her.
What Is The Best Jane Doe Movie?
The best Jane Doe movie is Eye of the Beholder. It is the most exciting and suspenseful of all the movies in the series. It is also the most interconnected, as it features characters from the series’ other movies.
What Is The Jane Doe Character’s Real Name?
The Jane Doe character’s real name is never revealed in the movies. She is known only by her alias, Jane Doe.
Do The Jane Doe Movies Have Any Connections To Other Movies?
The Jane Doe movies are all connected to each other but do not have any connections to other movies.
Where can I watch Jane Doe Movies?
You can watch Jane Doe movies on Hulu and Netflix.
Conclusion
Jane Doe is an action and made-for-television series that is perfect for any action movie lover. It is exciting, suspenseful, and full of twists and turns. We highly recommend the Jane Doe movies if you are looking for a series to binge-watch.
In this article, we have discussed the Jane Doe movies and some other popular action series. We hope this article has been helpful and that you will enjoy watching the Jane Doe movies. Thanks for reading!
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