Showbiz Goes to War
Originally released in 1982. Showbiz Goes to War is a documentary/tv movie film. directed by Gayle Gibson Sedawie.
Starring Bud Abbott, Larry Adler, and Dana Andrews
Synopsis
While a few Hollywood celebrities such as James Stewart and Clark Gable saw combat during World War II, the majority used their talents to rally the American public through bond sales, morale-boosting USO tours, patriotic war dramas and escapist film fare. Comedian David Steinberg plays host for this star-studded, 90-minute documentary, which looks at the way Tinseltown helped the United States' war effort.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 31, 1982
43 years ago
Runtime
1h 30m
90 minutes total
User Rating
10.0/10
Excellent (1 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Directors
Top Cast
Bud Abbott
as (archive footage)
Larry Adler
as (archive footage)
Dana Andrews
as (archive footage)
Fred Astaire
as (archive footage)
Lucille Ball
as (archive footage)
Robert Benchley
as (archive footage)
Jack Benny
as (archive footage)
Milton Berle
as (archive footage)
Vivian Blaine
as (archive footage)
Mel Blanc
as (archive footage)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Showbiz Goes to War about?
While a few Hollywood celebrities such as James Stewart and Clark Gable saw combat during World War II, the majority used their talents to rally the American public through bond sales, morale-boost...
Who directed Showbiz Goes to War?
Showbiz Goes to War was directed by Gayle Gibson Sedawie.
How long is Showbiz Goes to War?
Showbiz Goes to War has a runtime of 1 hours and 30 minutes (90 minutes total).
When was Showbiz Goes to War released?
Showbiz Goes to War was released on December 31, 1982 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Showbiz Goes to War?
The main cast of Showbiz Goes to War includes Bud Abbott, Larry Adler, Dana Andrews, Fred Astaire, Lucille Ball.