Movies by Bob Hope
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Bing Crosby's White Christmas USO All Star Show (2009)
Cast: Bing Crosby, Louis Armstrong, Benny Goodman …
Bing Crosby sings "White Christmas" in this vintage, star-studded holiday special produced by the United Service Organizations (USO) and shown overseas to lift the spirits of American…
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The Great Crooners (2008)
Cast: Frank Sinatra, Louis Armstrong, Dean Martin …
Directed by: Sean Sammarco
Gathering an array of memorable vintage performances, this musical collection showcases some of the 20th century's greatest singers: Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Louis Armstrong, Elvis…
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TV Mania Too! (2008)
Cast: John Wayne, Rin Tin Tin, Laurel & Hardy …
Hosted by Johnny Legend, this follow-up to Commercial Mania features classic ads starring famous personalities, including John Wayne, Bob Hope, Jimmy Durante, Groucho Marx, the Monkees, Dinah…
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Hollywood Singing and Dancing: The 1940s (2008)
Cast: Judy Garland, Mickey Rooney, Betty Hutton …
This celebration of World War II-era Hollywood films takes you back to a kinder, gentler age of moviemaking, with extensive clips of Rita Hayworth, Frank Sinatra and other top talent singing…
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Hollywood Singing and Dancing: The 1950s (2008)
Cast: Gene Kelly, Leslie Caron, Marilyn Monroe …
Technological advances, shifting tastes in popular music and hit Broadway plays all helped revolutionize the Hollywood musical in the 1950s, celebrated in this anthology of film clips from…
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The Legendary Crooners: Frank, Dean, Bing, Nat and Perry (2007)
Cast: Bing Crosby, Perry Como, Dean Martin …
Enjoy timeless music and get an inside glimpse into the lives of some of the most beloved singers of all time. This collection of 20 full-length song clips features Frank Sinatra, Dean…
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I Love Lucy: Lucy's Really Lost Moments (2006)
Cast: Desi Arnaz, Bob Hope, Johnny Carson …
Television's favorite comedienne shines in a collection of rarely seen appearances. Join Lucille Ball and teammate Johnny Carson on an episode of the game show "I've Got a Secret"…
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Classic TV Comedians (2005)
Cast: Bob Hope, Milton Berle, Bob Newhart …
You'll be rolling on the floor with laughter when you view this collection, part of a series that showcases the early stage work of some of America's funniest and best-loved…
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Pioneers of Primetime (2005)
Cast: Milton Berle, Bob Hope, Red Skelton …
An all-star lineup of television's most enduring prime-time personalities -- including Bob Hope, Milton Berle, Jack Benny and Red Skelton -- share first-person accounts of their…
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Popeye: Fists of Fury (2004)
Cast: Bob Hope
Through advanced digital technology, these classic cartoons have been restored to their original theatrical quality. Special bonus footage sealed away for over 50 years is also included,…
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Bob Hope: Laughing with the Presidents (2004)
Cast: Bob Hope
Bob Hope hosts this special about his friendships with U.S. presidents and their families. Co-hosted by Tony Danza, the show features Hope's classic comedy routines about various…
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TV Gold: Vol. 1 (2004)
Cast: Frank Sinatra, Bob Hope, Bing Crosby …
Get a taste of television "old school" style when you view this packed video featuring classic entertainers at the very peak of their careers -- be it variety, comedy, drama, music or sports…
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The Century That Made America Great (2003)
Cast: Charles Osgood, Lucille Ball, Bob Hope …
America grew to be a world leader through its many notable triumphs and accomplishments, most of which occurred during the 20th century. This collection consists of three volumes full of…
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The Educational Archives: Vol. 6: Religion (2003)
Cast: Bob Hope, Bing Crosby, Jack Benny …
Generations of American children sat in darkened classrooms and absorbed wisdom from 16mm educational and social guidance films. No nuns with rulers here, just good old-time cinematic…
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Bob Hope: The Road to Laughter (2003)
Cast: Bob Hope, Bing Crosby, Dorothy Lamour …
This heartfelt documentary features extended clips from some of Hope's most entertaining and memorable movies, including hilarious scenes from classics such as Road to Morocco, Road to…
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Alan King: Inside the Comedy Mind: Platinum Collection (2003)
Cast: Carol Burnett, Robin Williams, Bob Hope …
What goes into a comedy skit or a perfectly riotous stand-up routine? Find out from the likes of Carol Burnett, Robin Williams, Bob Hope, Jack Lemmon and Billy Crystal, who are just a handful…
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The Funny World of Lucy: Vol. 2 (2000)
Cast: Vivian Vance, Gale Gordon, William Frawley …
This anthology features some of Lucille Ball's funniest sketches from her classic TV shows "I Love Lucy," "Here's Lucy" and "The Lucy Show," as well as material from some of her…
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50 Years: The Best of Hollywood (1999)
Cast: Marlon Brando, Bing Crosby, Bette Davis …
Join host Tab Hunter in reliving some of the best moments from the greatest films of all time. This entertaining documentary features never-before-seen footage and more than 35 rare…
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Hollywood Musicals of the '40s (1999)
Cast: Bing Crosby, Bob Hope, Frank Sinatra …
Celebrate the great Hollywood musicals of the 1940s with this retrospective made up of movie clips, trailers and behind-the-scenes footage. Betty Grable, Bing Crosby, Gene Kelly, Fred…
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Bob Hope: America's Entertainer (1998)
Cast: Bob Hope
Although he never won an Oscar, Bob Hope did receive many honorary awards and is considered the quintessential actor, one of the hardest-working in the business. A&E's acclaimed…
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Silver Screen: Color Me Lavender (1998)
Cast: Dan Butler, Cary Grant, Bob Hope …
Directed by: Mark Rappaport
Filmmaker Mark Rappaport cleans out the closet of Hollywood's golden age and digs up a treasure trove of homoerotic gems, from Westerns and screwball comedies to film noir. Hosted by Dan…
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Vaudeville (1997)
Cast: George Burns, Gracie Allen, Bob Hope …
Directed by: Greg Palmer
This documentary traces the origins of vaudeville from the English music halls, Yiddish theatres and minstrel shows where the art form began. The story is told using clips of vocalists,…
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100 Years of Comedy (1997)
Cast: Danny Kaye, John Candy, Marx Brothers …
From Charlie Chaplin, Cary Grant, Jerry Lewis and Bob Hope to John Belushi, Leslie Nielsen, Eddie Murphy and Jim Carrey, this compilation features a host of comedy legends and showcases 100…
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Bob Hope: Hollywood's Brightest Star (1996)
Cast: Bob Hope
When he died in 2003 at the age of 100, Bob Hope was almost as famous for his longevity as his acting. This made-for-video documentary reminds us why he was so beloved, examining the…
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That Little Monster (1994)
Cast: Melissa Baum, Reggie Bannister, Andi Wenning …
Directed by: Paul Bunnell
That Little Monster pays homage to the great horror films of the 1930s, opening with a dead-on spoof of the prologue to Frankenstein, in which an eminent professor warns the audience that the…
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Lucy & Desi: A Home Movie (1994)
Cast: Lucie Arnaz, Lucille Ball, Desi Arnaz …
Actress Lucie Arnaz plays host for an intimate, behind-the-scenes glimpse into the lives of her famous parents in this Emmy-winning special, a compelling tribute to Hollywood legends Lucille…
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The Very Best of the Ed Sullivan Show: Vol. 2: The Greatest Entertainers (1991)
Cast: Burt Reynolds, Ed Sullivan, Julie Andrews …
Hosted by Burt Reynolds, this collection features many of the greatest moments from Ed Sullivan's long-running variety show, including appearances by top musicians, comedians, dancers…
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You're the Top: The Cole Porter Story (1990)
Cast: Cole Porter, Bobby Short, Bing Crosby …
Directed by: Allan Albert
In the world of music, Cole Porter's sophisticated wit and musical talent are legendary. This fascinating documentary hosted by cabaret entertainer Bobby Short chronicles the life of the…
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World's Greatest Movie Challenge (1988)
Cast: Gale Russell, Frank Sinatra, Joseph Cotton …
Test your knowledge of classic movies with this challenging trivia game, which features a variety of famous scenes starring hundreds of silver-screen legends like Joseph Cotton, Frank…
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The Muppet Movie (1979)
Cast: Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy, Fozzie Bear …
Directed by: James Frawley
After deciding to pursue a career in acting, Kermit the Frog goes on a cross-country trek to find fame in Hollywood. Along the way, he meets Fozzie Bear, Miss Piggy, Gonzo and the rest of the…
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Best of The Muppet Show: George Burns / Bob Hope / Dom DeLuise (1977)
Cast: Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy, Fozzie Bear …
Directed by: Philip Casson, Peter Harris
It's time to play the music -- it's time to light the lights -- it's time to get things started, not just with the sensational Muppet Show gang, but also with one of their…
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CBS Salutes Lucy: The First 25 Years (1976)
Cast: Lucille Ball, James Stewart, Richard Burton …
In 1976, CBS celebrated its biggest star with this celebration of her three CBS series: "I Love Lucy," "Here's Lucy" and "The Lucy Show." All the classic clips are included here:…
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Hearts and Minds (1974)
Cast: Daniel Ellsberg, William C. Westmoreland, Bob Hope …
Directed by: Peter Davis (II)
An Academy Award-winning documentary that casts a sharp eye toward the U.S. government's costly -- in terms of lives, budget and honor -- all-out effort during the Vietnam War. Director…
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Raquel! (1970)
Cast: Bob Hope, Tom Jones, Raquel Welch …
Take a trip down memory lane with a pair of pop-culture icons as actress Raquel Welch welcomes singer Tom Jones to her splashy 1970 television special. Filmed around the world in exotic…
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How to Commit Marriage (1969)
Cast: Bob Hope, Jackie Gleason, Jane Wyman …
Directed by: Norman Panama
Just as Nancy (JoAnna Cameron) is getting ready to marry David (Tim Matheson), her parents (Bob Hope and Jane Wyman) decide to end their own marriage. Shaken by this, the young couple decides…
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The Private Navy of Sgt. O' Farrell (1968)
Cast: Bob Hope, Phyllis Diller, Jeffrey Hunter …
Directed by: Frank Tashlin
Bob Hope stars as Sgt. O'Farrell in this seaworthy comedy about a wayward Japanese torpedo that's hit a cargo ship full of beer. O'Farrell takes it upon himself to "rescue" the…
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Eight on the Lam (1967)
Cast: Bob Hope, Phyllis Diller, Jonathan Winters …
Directed by: George Marshall
An all-star comedy team headlines this zany 1967 farce, starring Bob Hope as widower Henry Dimsdale, a bank teller who goes on the run with his seven kids after he's suspected of…
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Boy, Did I Get a Wrong Number! (1966)
Cast: Bob Hope, Elke Sommer, Phyllis Diller …
Directed by: George Marshall
Bob Hope stars as a real estate agent who innocently agrees to hide a bombshell movie starlet (Elke Sommer) in his country cottage, away from the prying eyes of the media. But with a nosy…
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I'll Take Sweden (1965)
Cast: Bob Hope, Tuesday Weld, Frankie Avalon …
Directed by: Frederick De Cordova
Widower Bob Holcomb (Bob Hope) is forced to think twice after he tries to keep his teenage daughter, JoJo (Tuesday Weld), from marrying "good for nothing" Kenny (Frankie Avalon) in this…
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A Global Affair (1964)
Cast: Bob Hope, Michèle Mercier, Elga Andersen …
Directed by: Jack Arnold
Bob Hope stars as Frank Larrimore, a United Nations functionary who happens upon an abandoned infant in one of its halls in this heartwarming comedy from director Jack Arnold. Frank soon…
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Critic's Choice (1963)
Cast: Jim Backus, Lucille Ball, Bob Hope …
Directed by: Don Weis
With his acid pen always at the ready, theater critic Parker Ballantine (Bob Hope) is never at a loss for words. That is, until his wife, Angela (Lucille Ball), writes a play of her own.…
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The Road to Hong Kong (1962)
Cast: Bing Crosby, Bob Hope, Joan Collins …
Directed by: Norman Panama
In one of many road movies from Bing Crosby and Bob Hope, Harry and Chester travel to Tibet in search of a drug that will restore Chester's memory, setting off a great adventure.
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The Story of Will Rogers (1961)
Cast: Will Rogers, Bob Hope
America's favorite cowboy, Will Rogers, is the topic of this documentary chronicling the star's beginnings as a rope-trick phenomenon in a traveling Wild West show, his rise to…
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The Facts of Life (1960)
Cast: Bob Hope, Lucille Ball, Ruth Hussey …
Directed by: Melvin Frank
Middle-aged suburbanites Larry and Mary Gilbert (Bob Hope and Ruth Hussey) and Jack and Kitty Weaver (Don DeFore and Lucille Ball) have been friends for many years. But when circumstances…
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Project XX: Not So Long Ago (1960)
Cast: Bob Hope
Directed by: Donald B. Hyatt
Bob Hope narrates this captivating examination of American life from the end of World War II to the start of the Korean War, a time period noted for its extraordinary growth and a sharp…
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Alias Jesse James (1959)
Cast: Bob Hope, Rhonda Fleming, Wendell Corey …
Directed by: Norman Z. McLeod
In this classic screwball comedy, Bob Hope stars as hapless life insurance salesman Milford Farnsworth, a man who unwittingly sells a policy to the notorious Wild West outlaw Jesse James…
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Paris Holiday (1958)
Cast: Bob Hope, Fernandel, Anita Ekberg …
Directed by: Gerd Oswald
When American comedian Robert Hunter (Bob Hope) and his French colleague (Fernandel) travel to Paris to buy a script, the two have no idea it contains secret messages pertaining to a vicious…
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The Seven Little Foys (1955)
Cast: Bob Hope, Milly Vitale, George Tobias …
Directed by: Melville Shavelson
One of Bob Hope's few dramatic performances, this biopic profiles vaudevillian comedian Eddie Foy (Hope). A dynamo on stage, Foy quickly becomes one of Broadway's biggest stars, but…
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Casanova's Big Night (1954)
Cast: Bob Hope, Joan Fontaine, Audrey Dalton …
Directed by: Norman Z. McLeod
When Casanova (Vincent Price) flees town to elude his creditors, unassuming tailor's assistant Pippo Popolino (Bob Hope) is tapped to impersonate the legendary Italian lover and…
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Off Limits (1953)
Cast: Bob Hope, Mickey Rooney, Marilyn Maxwell …
Directed by: George Marshall
Trainer Wally Hogan (Bob Hope) ditches the boxing ring for an army fling to look after his drafted prizefighter but is left holding the laces when the boxer is discharged -- until boot camper…
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Here Come the Girls (1953)
Cast: Bob Hope, Tony Martin, Arlene Dahl …
Directed by: Claude Binyon
Bob Hope stars in this musical comedy as Stanley Snodgrass, a klutzy stage actor who finally lands the lead in a big production, only to discover that he's being used as bait to flush…
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The Road to Bali (1952)
Cast: Bob Hope, Bing Crosby, Dorothy Lamour …
Directed by: Hal Walker
The sixth and final Road movie (and the only one in color) that Bing Crosby and Bob Hope made for Paramount finds the boys acting as scuba divers in the South Pacific. It's not long…
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Son of Paleface (1952)
Cast: Bob Hope, Jane Russell, Roy Rogers …
Directed by: Frank Tashlin
In this sequel to Bob Hope's 1948 hit "The Paleface," Hope is Junior Potter, a Harvard-educated man who heads West to claim the inheritance left him by his gunslinger father, only to…
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Bob Hope: Bob Hope on TV (1952)
Cast: Bob Hope, Jack Benny, Bobby Darin …
During the "Golden Age of Television," legendary actor-comedian Bob Hope was a favorite performer. Watch this consummate entertainer cut loose with friends Jack Benny, Bobby Darin and other…
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Bob Hope: Bob Hope at the Movies / Young Bob Hope (1952)
Cast: Bob Hope
A cinematic journey down memory lane, "Bob Hope at the Movies" escorts you through the legendary entertainer's movie career. Featured are some of the funniest moments from many of…
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Bob Hope: The Comedy Hour (1952)
Cast: Bob Hope
During the "Golden Age of Television," legendary actor-comedian Bob Hope was a favorite performer, adored not only by the American public but also by the military troops he tirelessly…
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The Lemon Drop Kid (1951)
Cast: Bob Hope, Marilyn Maxwell, Lloyd Nolan …
Directed by: Sidney Lanfield
When a small-time swindler with a sweet tooth for citrus candy (Bob Hope) accidentally cheats the biggest boss in town, he scrambles for a way to repay his looming debt by Christmas. With the…
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My Favorite Spy (1951)
Cast: Bob Hope, Hedy Lamarr, Francis L. Sullivan …
Directed by: Norman Z. McLeod
Burlesque comic Peanuts White (Bob Hope) bears such a striking resemblance to international spy Eric Augustine (also Hope) that government agents turn to Peanuts to complete Augustine's…
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Fancy Pants (1950)
Cast: Bob Hope, Lucille Ball, Bruce Cabot …
Directed by: George Marshall
This vintage slapstick yarn follows down-on-his-luck thespian Arthur Tyler (Bob Hope), who's hired as a butler but is so incompetent that his employer lets him go. He quickly books…
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The Great Lover (1949)
Cast: Bob Hope, Rhonda Fleming, Roland Young …
Directed by: Alexander Hall
Hapless American scoutmaster Freddie Hunter (Bob Hope) leads his troop on a European excursion. On the transatlantic voyage, he crosses paths with cardsharp -- and murderer -- C.J. Dabney…
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The Paleface (1948)
Cast: Bob Hope, Jane Russell, Robert Armstrong …
Directed by: Norman Z. McLeod
In the Old West, Calamity Jane (Jane Russell) -- working undercover to smoke out the gunrunners who sold shootin' irons to hostile Indians -- enters into a sham marriage with so-called…
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Sorrowful Jones / The Paleface: Double Feature (1948)
Cast: Bob Hope, Lucille Ball, Jane Russell …
Directed by: Norman Z. McLeod, Sidney Lanfield
Another hilarious Bob Hope duo. Sorrowful Jones (Hope) is a small-time New York bookie who reluctantly accepts a 5-year-old girl as collateral on a $20 bet. But when her father skips out,…
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My Favorite Brunette (1947)
Cast: Bob Hope, Dorothy Lamour, Peter Lorre …
Directed by: Elliot Nugent
A case of mistaken identity lands Ronnie Jackson (Bob Hope) in prison and awaiting execution in this parody of a detective thriller. Baroness Montay (Dorothy Lamour) hires Jackson to search…
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Road to Rio (1947)
Cast: Bing Crosby, Bob Hope, Dorothy Lamour …
Directed by: Norman Z. McLeod
In their fifth "road" comedy, Bob Hope and Bing Crosby are framed for starting a fire and hop a boat to Rio de Janeiro. Naturally, they meet Dorothy Lamour there and must rescue her from her…
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Bob Hope: Road to Comedy (1947)
Cast: Bob Hope, Dorothy Lamour, Peter Lorre …
Directed by: Elliott Nugent, Hal Walker
It's a double dose of laughs from one of the greatest comedy teams the movies have ever produced -- Bob Hope and Bing Crosby. In Road to Bali, Bob and Bing pair up as adventurers who…
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Road to Utopia (1946)
Cast: Bing Crosby, Bob Hope, Dorothy Lamour …
Directed by: Hal Walker
Second-rate vaudevillians Chester Hooton (Bob Hope) and Duke Johnson (Bing Crosby) set sail for Alaska -- running into a pair of killers and stealing a map to a secret gold mine along the way…
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Monsieur Beaucaire / Where There's Life: Double Feature (1946)
Cast: Bob Hope, Signe Hasso, William Bendix …
Directed by: Sidney Lanfield, George Marshall
Another Bob Hope double feature! In Monsieur Beaucaire, a barber (Hope) impersonating a French nobleman is set to marry a Spanish princess to prevent a war … but he really wants to…
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The Legendary Bing Crosby (1945)
Cast: Bing Crosby, Kathryn Crosby, Mary Crosby …
In this set of rare television appearances, legendary performer Bing Crosby sings classic tunes like "It Had To Be You," "I Love Paris" and "Pennies From Heaven," both alone and in duets with…
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The Princess and the Pirate (1944)
Cast: Bob Hope, Virginia Mayo, Walter Brennan …
Directed by: David Butler
Wise-cracking comedian Bob Hope stars as an egotistical vaudevillian who is shanghaied by pirates, gets involved with a lovely princess (Virginia Mayo) and becomes the make-shift leader of a…
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They've Got Me Covered (1943)
Cast: Bob Hope, Dorothy Lamour, Lenore Aubert …
Directed by: David Butler
When a hapless reporter (Bob Hope) uncovers a Nazi spy ring operating in the nation's capital, he enlists the help of his girlfriend (Dorothy Lamour) to help him crack the story. But the…
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Road to Morocco (1942)
Cast: Bing Crosby, Bob Hope, Dorothy Lamour …
Directed by: David Butler
Stowaways Jeff (Bing Crosby) and Orville (Bob Hope) end up desperate and shipwrecked on the North African coast, where they shanghai a camel and journey across the desert to Morocco. For some…
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My Favorite Blonde / Star Spangled Rhythm (1942)
Cast: Bob Hope, Madeleine Carroll, Gale Sondergaard …
Directed by: Sidney Lanfield, George Marshall
Bob Hope pops up alongside some of Hollywood's biggest stars in this pair of Paramount comedies. In My Favorite Blonde (1942), a good-natured entertainer (Hope) finds himself caught up…
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Road to Zanzibar (1941)
Cast: Bing Crosby, Bob Hope, Dorothy Lamour …
Directed by: Victor Schertzinger
The second installment of the "road" series is a hilarious spoof of jungle-adventure movies. Chuck (Bing Crosby) and Hubert (Bob Hope) are carnival performers who thrive on trouble: They set…
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The Ghost Breakers (1940)
Cast: Bob Hope, Paulette Goddard, Paul Lukas …
Directed by: George Marshall
Bob Hope plays Larry Lawrence, a New York City detective who stows away in a trunk that ends up on a boat en route to an island castle, which Mary Carter (Paulette Goddard) has recently…
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Road to Singapore (1940)
Cast: Bing Crosby, Dorothy Lamour, Bob Hope …
Directed by: Victor Schertzinger
A rich man (Bing Crosby) trades an orderly life for paradise, dragging along his adventure-seeking friend (Bob Hope). In Singapore, they try to peddle a bogus potion to the local yokels --…
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Louisiana Purchase / Never Say Die (1939)
Cast: Bob Hope, Martha Raye, Vera Zorina …
Directed by: Irving Cummings, Elliott Nugent
More Bob Hope antics! In Louisiana Purchase, a bumbling senator investigating graft in Louisiana is the target of a blackmail scheme concocted by John Taylor (Hope), who wants to avoid being…
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The Big Broadcast of 1938 (1938)
Cast: W.C. Fields, Martha Raye, Dorothy Lamour …
Directed by: Mitchell Leisen
The S.S. Gigantic is set to race rival ocean liner the Colossal in this musical farce, which won a Best Song Oscar. Gigantic owner T.F. Bellows (W.C. Fields) sends his brother S.B. (also…
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The Big Broadcast of 1938 / College Swing (1938)
Cast: Bob Hope, Gracie Allen, Dorothy Lamour …
Directed by: Raoul Walsh, Mitchell Leisen
Bob Hope makes two of his first feature-film appearances in these classic musicals, crooning the Oscar-winning tune "Thanks for the Memory" in The Big Broadcast of 1938 and "How'dya Like…
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Caught in the Draft / Give Me a Sailor: Double Feature (1938)
Cast: Bob Hope, Dorothy Lamour, Martha Raye …
Directed by: Elliott Nugent, David Butler
Two hilarious Bob Hope classics! In Caught in the Draft, a movie star (Hope) who can't stand loud noises accidentally joins the Army and desperately tries to impress the colonel's…