Movies and TvShows featuring "fading-star" theme.

In early Hollywood, a group of characters experience the rise and fall of fame during a period of decadence and depravity. Manny, a Mexican aspiring filmmaker, falls in love with Nellie, a young woman with dreams of stardom. As they navigate through outrageous parties, drug use, and scandal, their lives intertwine with celebrities like Jack Conrad. The narrative follows the ups and downs of their careers, relationships, and the changing landscape of the film industry, ultimately culminating in tragedy and bittersweet reflection.

Tony Hunter, a washed-up Hollywood star, is hoping to revive his career by starring in a new Broadway musical. With the help of a talented choreographer and a talented ballerina, Tony embarks on a journey to success, facing challenges and experiencing the ups and downs of the creative process.

A young woman, Esther Blodgett, dreams of becoming a star in the music industry. She meets and falls in love with Norman Maine, a faded alcoholic musician. As Esther's star rises, Norman's career continues to decline due to his alcoholism. The story explores their May-December romance, the challenges they face in the entertainment industry, and the sacrifices they make for each other.

A fading rock star, who is struggling with alcohol abuse and a failing career, discovers a talented young singer and falls in love with her. As their relationship blossoms, they face the challenges of fame, addiction, and personal demons that threaten to tear them apart.

Dinner at Eight follows the intertwining lives of various characters in New York City during the Great Depression. The story revolves around a dinner party that brings together a diverse group of individuals, each dealing with their own personal and financial struggles. As the evening progresses, tensions arise, secrets are revealed, and relationships are tested. Through a mix of humor and drama, the film highlights the impact of social and economic pressures on the lives of the characters.

Film Stars Don't Die in Liverpool is a biographical drama based on the true story of the relationship between a fading movie star and a young actor. Set in the 1970s and 1980s, the film explores themes of love, aging, and the refusal of medical treatment. The story is centered around the actress' battle with breast cancer and her determination to live life to the fullest. It is a touching portrayal of a unique love story that transcends age and societal expectations.

Veronika Voss is a fading movie star in post-World War II Germany. She becomes involved with a journalist and a female doctor, but her self-destructive behavior, drug addiction, and depressive state lead to her tragic end.

Sweet Bird of Youth follows a drifter named Chance Wayne who returns to his hometown in Florida and reunites with his former girlfriend, Heavenly Finley. Chance hopes to win back Heavenly and become a movie star, but he must contend with her corrupt politician brother and their volatile relationship. As Chance's dreams begin to unravel, he must confront the harsh reality of his past and the consequences of his actions.

The Singer follows the story of a fading French singer as she navigates the changing music industry and finds inspiration and love along the way. Set in France, the film explores themes of romance, nostalgia, and the challenges of being a working single mother. With the backdrop of an extinct volcano and a rich musical score, the singer's journey takes her through dance halls, karaoke bars, and ultimately to a climactic performance.

A fading movie star returns to his hometown in a bid to reclaim his former glory. He reconnects with an older woman and becomes involved in a complicated relationship. As secrets are revealed, he must navigate a web of deceit and revenge.

In a charming mixture of fantasy and reality, this film recalls the great musicals of Hollywood's Golden Age. Yves Montand, playing himself, returns to his hometown of Marseilles to appear in an autobiographical musical. Once there, he searches for the barmaid he once loved and also encounters young hopeful Marion, giving her the chance of a lifetime

When a family gathers for Christmas, chaos ensues as secrets are revealed and tensions rise.

While filming a western on location, the stand-in/stunt double for an egotistical cowboy movie star proves his heroics when a "fake" bank robbery turns out to be the real thing.

After a career downturn, a former movie star finds herself struggling to make ends meet. She contemplates suicide but eventually finds redemption through her relationships with her family and her return to the film industry.

The Hard Way tells the story of a talented nightclub entertainer who rises to fame on Broadway but faces treachery and betrayal along the way. The film explores themes of ambition, sacrifice, and the dark side of showbiz.

Ciao! Manhattan is a biographical drama about a young woman living in New York City. The movie explores her life as she struggles with issues such as addiction, nymphomania, and her domineering mother. It also delves into her experiences with electroshock therapy and her fantasy world becoming a reality. The film takes place in various locations including a mansion in California and features a slide show and scenes of drug use and sexual promiscuity.

Real-life mother and son entertainers Grace and Peter Lind Hayes star as a mother and her son. She’s a fading Broadway star working as a maid to prep for a possible comeback role and he’s the offspring who wants to follow in mom’s footsteps.