Cole, Gary 1956-

Overview

Works:	104 works in 223 publications in 8 languages and 22,477 library holdings
Roles:	Actor, Performer
Classifications:	pn1995.9.c55, 791.4372

Publication Timeline

1980 |

|2020

Key

Publications about Gary Cole

Publications by Gary Cole

Most widely held works by Gary Cole

Breach ( Visual )
5 editions published between 2007 and 2009 in English and held by 1,504 libraries worldwide
When Eric O'Neill is promoted from a low-level surveillance job into the headquarters of the FBI, his dream of becoming a full-fledged agent is on the verge of reality. He is hand picked to work for the renowned operative Robert Hanssen within "information assurance," a new division created to protect all classified FBI intelligence. Eric quickly discovers the true reason for his hire: Hanssen is the sole subject of a long-term, top-secret investigation, a suspected mole made all the more dangerous by the sheer global import of the information he is charged with protecting. The Bureau asks Eric to slowly draw the traitor out of deep cover.

Talladega nights. The ballad of Ricky Bobby ( Visual )
10 editions published between 2006 and 2008 in English and held by 1,478 libraries worldwide
NASCAR sensation Ricky Bobby is a racing hero because of his "win at all costs" approach. He and his loyal racing partner, childhood friend Cal Naughton Jr., are a fearless duo. Dubbed "Shake" and "Bake" by their fans, the two have the ability to finish so many races in the #1 and #2 positions, with Cal always in second place. When flamboyant French Formula One driver Jean Girard challenges Ricky and Cal for the supremacy of NASCAR, Ricky must face his own demons and fight Girard for the right to be known as racing's top driver.

One hour photo ( Visual )
9 editions published between 2000 and 2003 in English and held by 1,089 libraries worldwide
Sy works in photo processing. His favorite customers are the Yorkin family. Sy dotes on the Yorkins whenever they drop off film to be processed and they are indulgent of Sy's attentions. What the Yorkins don't know is Sy has been obsessively making copies of their photos, imagining himself to be "Uncle Sy," a member of the family. Sy's tenuous hold on reality begins to collapse when he develops a roll of film brought in by a new customer that suggests infidelity and the notion that his ideal family may be falling apart is troubling for Sy.

Office space ( Visual )
7 editions published between 1999 and 2008 in English and held by 861 libraries worldwide
In this screwball comedy, a cubicle slave tires of mind-numbing corporate life and actively tries to get fired. Instead, his "straight-shooting" attitude gets him promoted, where he can play out his grand embezzling scheme.

Win a date with Tad Hamilton ( Visual )
4 editions published in 2004 in English and held by 859 libraries worldwide
Rosalee Futch is a grocery clerk living in rural West Virginia. She dreams of meeting her big-screen idol, Tad Hamilton. Her chance is the Win a Date with Tad Hamilton contest that was cooked up by Tad's agent and manager to clean up Tad's bad-boy image. When Tad meets Rosalee and gets a taste of what he's been missing in the real world, he decides he wants more and moves to West Virginia, turning Rosalee's dream come true into a nightmare for Richard Levy (Tad's agent), Richard Levy (Tad's manager) and, most of all, Pete (Rosalee's best friend and secret admirer).

Pineapple express [Ananas express ( Visual )
6 editions published between 2008 and 2009 in English and German and held by 788 libraries worldwide
Dale Denton is a lazy court-process clerk and stoner. He likes to visit his equally lazy dealer Saul Silver. His purpose is to purchase weed, specifically, a rare new strain called Pineapple Express. Dale becomes the only witness to a murder by a crooked cop and the city's most dangerous drug lord. He panics and drops his roach of Pineapple Express at the scene. Dale goes back to Saul to find out if the weed is so rare that it can be traced back to him. As Dale and Saul run for their lives, they quickly discover that the bad guys are hot on their trail and trying to figure out the fastest way to kill them both.

The Joneses ( Visual )
3 editions published in 2010 in English and held by 769 libraries worldwide
The Joneses, a seemingly perfect family, are the envy of their posh, suburban neighborhood filled with all the trappings of the upper middle class. They are the ultimate trend setters with an endless supply of high-tech toys, designer clothes, fast cars and the latest gadgets. But as the neighbors try to keep up with the Joneses, none are prepared for the truth about this all too perfect family.

I-spy ( Visual )
4 editions published in 2003 in English and Spanish and held by 747 libraries worldwide
Alex is a federal intelligence agent who has been assigned to find a weapon which has gone missing: a stealth fighter jet which can turn invisible to the human eye. Alex learns a rogue agent has sold the jet to a powerful and unscrupulous underground arms dealer. It seems Gundars is a rabid boxing fan, so in order to get inside his organization, Scott recruits a longtime middleweight champion whose ego nearly exceeds his talent in the ring. The two personalities are like oil and water, and matters are hardly helped by the efforts of less-than-helpful fellow agents Rachael and Carlos.

I'll be home for Christmas ( Visual )
7 editions published between 1998 and 2002 in English and No Linguistic content and held by 700 libraries worldwide
A self-centered college student has one thing on his mind--get home for Christmas. Just days before his deadline he wakes up in the California desert--stranded and penniless, wearing a Santa suit and a white beard glued to his face! The closer Jake gets to home, the closer he gets to the true meaning of Christmas and Family in this nonstop comedy of errors.

The gift ( Visual )
5 editions published in 2001 in English and held by 699 libraries worldwide
"Annie has 'the Gift'. Some fear her, others claim she's a witch. But now, a murder has ben committed and only she can solve it. On a twisted trail of open infidelity and jealous rage, she sees visions that will haunt her and discovers a truth that will tear the town apart"--Promotional materials.

Office space ( Visual )
2 editions published between 2005 and 2009 in English and held by 681 libraries worldwide
When white-collar peon Peter Gibbons decides he's had enough and neglects his job, he is quickly promoted to upper management.

In the line of fire ( Visual )
4 editions published between 1993 and 2008 in English and held by 633 libraries worldwide
Frank Horrigan, a veteran Secret Service agent haunted by his failure to protect JFK from assassination gets a chance to redeem himself when a brilliant psychopath threatens to kill the current president and take Horrigan with him.

The old man and the sea ( Visual )
6 editions published between 1995 and 2005 in English and German and held by 595 libraries worldwide
Story of a Cuban fisherman who becomes locked in a struggle with a giant marlin in the Gulf Stream.

Mozart and the whale ( Visual )
3 editions published between 2005 and 2006 in English and German and held by 534 libraries worldwide
Donald and Isabelle have a form of autism called Asperger's Syndrome. Donald, a good-natured but hapless cab driver has a knack for numbers. He falls head over heals in love with the beautiful but complex Isabelle when she joins the autism support group he leads.--From container.

Kim Possible. The secret files ( Visual )
3 editions published in 2003 in English and held by 532 libraries worldwide
The daughter of research scientists, Kim does her best to lead a normal teenaged life - going to class, attending proms, and the like. Unfortunately, the world is full of pesky master criminals and super nasty villains, compelling the high-flying, martial arts savvy Kim to kick butt on occasion in the interests of humanity and the American way. Ron is Kim's nerdish sidekick.

Family guy. Seasons 1 & 2 ( Visual )
4 editions published between 2003 and 2006 in English and held by 529 libraries worldwide
The Griffin household includes two teenagers, a cynical dog who is smarter than everyone else, and a mutant baby who makes numerous attempts to eradicate his parents and siblings. Heading up this eclectic household is Peter Griffin. Peter does his best to do what's right for the family, but along the way, he makes mistakes that are the stuff of legends.

The Brady Bunch movie ( Visual )
7 editions published between 1995 and 2003 in English and held by 526 libraries worldwide
It's the '90s and even Bradys get the blues. Mike and Carol have just one week to come up with $20,000 in back taxes or they'll lose their house to a scheming neighbor. To make matters worse, Marcia gets a swollen nose on date night, Cindy's addicted to tattling, and Jan's hearing a psychotic inner voice crying "Marcia, Marcia, Marcia". Of course, these are the Bradys, and when the kids enter a talent contest with a $20,000 purse ... well, let's just say, "It's a sunshine day"!

Unspeakable by Sandra Brown ( Recording )
3 editions published in 1998 in English and held by 511 libraries worldwide
A killer escapes from prison and returns to his home town with a vengeful plan to hurt a deaf young woman and her son. But a ranch helper with a secret past vows to protect them.

Cadet Kelly ( Visual )
3 editions published between 2002 and 2005 in English and held by 494 libraries worldwide
A free-spirited 14-year-old must go back to basics in discipline, training, and attire when she's forced to join a military academy. Can she ever really become a true cadet? She must answer that herself when the drill team's championship depends on her.

Pineapple Express ( Visual )
2 editions published between 2008 and 2009 in English and held by 405 libraries worldwide
Dale Denton is a lazy court-process clerk and stoner. He likes to visit his equally lazy dealer Saul Silver. Dale becomes the only witness to a murder by a crooked cop and the city's most dangerous drug lord. As Dale and Saul run for their lives, they quickly discover that the bad guys are hot on their trail and trying to figure out the fastest way to kill them both.