Movies and TvShows featuring "old-hollywood" theme.

100 Years of Warner Bros. takes a historical look at the legacy of one of America's leading studios. The documentary explores the origin, evolution, and endurance of Warner Bros. - from a family affair to a global juggernaut.

In 1969 Los Angeles, a washed-up television actor and his loyal stunt double navigate the changing landscape of Hollywood as they try to revive their careers and gain recognition. Alongside, actress Sharon Tate moves in next door, setting the stage for unexpected events and encounters that will shape their futures.

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.

In the post-World War II era, Hollywood's golden age is examined through the lens of racial tensions and the struggles of the LGBT community. The series follows a group of aspiring actors and filmmakers as they navigate the complexities of the film industry and confront homophobia and racism in their pursuit of success.

In 1939 Los Angeles, private detective Philip Marlowe is hired by glamorous heiress Clare Cavendish to find her missing lover, Nico Peterson. As Marlowe investigates, he discovers a tangled web of deceit involving the movie industry, a jealous husband, and a mysterious woman. He must navigate the dangers of old Hollywood and solve the case before it's too late.

In 1920s Hollywood, silent film star Don Lockwood falls for chorus girl Kathy Selden. As they try to make the difficult transition to talking pictures, they face challenges from jealous screen partner Lina Lamont and must find a way to make their new musical film a success.

Each installment focuses on a different era of American movie history, from the invention of the first moving pictures to the revolutionary, cutting-edge films of the 1960s.

In 1950s Hollywood, Eddie Mannix, a studio fixer, deals with various issues involving the studio's actors, including a kidnapping, a pregnant actress, and a communist conspiracy. As he struggles to handle these challenges, Eddie realizes the importance of doing what is right for the sake of his job.

This star-laden adaptation of Harold Robbins' best-selling 1949 novel about the birth of the movies features Mark Harmon as a drifter who comes under the wing of visionary nickelodeon operator Vincent Gardenia and goes on to become a pioneer in the incipient film business, facing the good times and the bad over a 20-year period.

When George, a silent movie superstar, meets Peppy Miller, a dancer, sparks fly between the two. However, after the introduction of talking pictures, their fortunes change, affecting their dynamic.

Trumbo is a 2015 biographical drama film about the life of screenwriter Dalton Trumbo, who was blacklisted by the Hollywood establishment for his political beliefs. The movie follows Trumbo as he continues to write screenplays secretly, using front names, while dealing with the personal and professional challenges of the blacklist era. Despite facing persecution and being imprisoned for his beliefs, Trumbo refuses to back down and eventually helps to bring an end to the blacklist.

Mank is a biographical drama that follows the life of screenwriter Herman J. Mankiewicz as he races to finish the screenplay for the iconic film Citizen Kane. Set in 1930s and 1940s Hollywood, the movie provides a glimpse into Mankiewicz's complicated relationship with director Orson Welles and the challenges he faces in the movie industry. With a witty and sharp script, Mank explores themes of ambition, power, and betrayal.

Inside Daisy Clover follows the story of a young tomboy, Daisy Clover, who becomes a Hollywood actress in the 1930s. She rises to stardom quickly but soon discovers the dark side of fame and the price she has to pay. Daisy navigates the manipulative men, secret relationships, and the mental toll of sudden fame as she tries to find her place in the movie industry. The film explores themes of coming-of-age, the dark side of Hollywood, and the challenges faced by women in the entertainment industry.

In Dead Men Don't Wear Plaid, a detective investigates a conspiracy involving a dead father and a mysterious piece of paper. This film-noir spoof takes place in the 1940s and includes elements of parody and nostalgia.

In the midst of the Great Depression, a naive man gets caught up in the chaos and corruption of the movie industry. As he navigates through love, lust, loneliness, and mob rule, he witnesses the downfall of his dreams and the dark realities of Old Hollywood.

The story of Esther Williams is that of an improbable encounter. That of the glamorous Hollywood of the 1940s with a swimming champion. A meeting that gave birth to the most kitsch and flamboyant genre films in Technicolor: the Aqua-musicals! A dive into the troubled waters of post-war Hollywood, where only her qualities as an athlete allow an extraordinary actress to fight to emancipate herself and avoid the traps of the predators who lurk around her

Follow the life of Cary Grant, from his humble beginnings to becoming a Hollywood legend. Explore his relationships, both on and off-screen, and delve into the glamour of old Hollywood.

Bombshell is a comedy-drama film set in the 1930s Hollywood. It follows the story of a popular female movie star who gets tired of the constant publicity and scandal in her life. She meets a newspaper reporter who promises to change her image, but things take an unexpected turn. With themes of romance, screwball comedy, and drama, Bombshell explores the complex relationships between movie stars and the media. The story highlights the challenges faced by women in the film industry during the pre-Code era.

Teenage Paparazzo is a documentary that explores the life of a young teenager who has become a paparazzo. It delves into the world of celebrity obsession, the dangers and ethics of paparazzi culture, and the impact it has on both the subjects being photographed and the paparazzi themselves. The film also touches on themes of fame, publicity, and the desire for recognition. Through interviews with celebrities, paparazzi, and the teenage boy himself, the documentary provides an inside look into the world of celebrity gossip and the role played by the media.

When a fortune-teller mistakenly predicts a woman's future, it leads to a series of comedic events involving a female sharpshooter, a Texan chauffeur, a socialite, a government investigator, and a benefit gala. Romance and mistaken identities ensue in this quirky comedy set during wartime.