Movies and TvShows featuring "stage-door" theme.
De-Lovely is a biography of legendary composer Cole Porter, exploring his unconventional love life and his incredible musical talent. The film delves into Porter's relationships, including his marriage to Linda Lee Thomas, as well as his struggles with personal demons.
A woman named Mary hears that her sister Jacqueline is missing and sets out to find her. As she digs deeper, Mary discovers a dark secret society operating in Greenwich Village, dedicated to devil worship. Mary navigates the dangerous world of the cult and must confront her deepest fears to save her sister and escape the clutches of evil.
Funny Girl tells the story of Fanny Brice, a Jewish-American vaudeville performer who rises to fame and finds love as she navigates the challenges of a stormy marriage and a career in showbiz. Set in the early 20th century, the film follows Fanny's journey from her humble beginnings to becoming a Broadway star and finding success in both her professional and personal life.
Yankee Doodle Dandy is a musical biography about the life and career of George M. Cohan, a renowned singer, dancer, and composer. The movie explores Cohan's rise to fame in vaudeville, his hit show 'Little Johnny Jones,' his comeback in the 1900s, and his contribution to patriotic songs during wartime. It also depicts his close relationship with his father and his family's journey in show business. Yankee Doodle Dandy showcases Cohan's immense talent and his impact on American music and theater.
The Opposite Sex is a 1956 movie that tells the story of a group of individuals navigating the complexities of love and relationships. The film follows the lives of various characters, including a theater producer, a gold-digger, and a female playwright, as they deal with romantic entanglements and personal struggles. With elements of comedy, music, and romance, The Opposite Sex offers an entertaining exploration of the ups and downs of love.
Thank Your Lucky Stars is a madcap comedy set in Hollywood during wartime. It follows the story of a theatrical producer who poses as a reporter to find an aspiring actor. Along the way, they encounter a Hollywood tour bus driver, a songwriter, a movie set chairman, and a con man. The plot takes unexpected twists and turns as the characters get involved in impersonation, kidnapping, and rehearsal for a charity show. With an all-star cast, this musical comedy is a must-watch for fans of classic Hollywood.
In 1937 New York, a high school student named Richard Samuels wins a small role in Orson Welles' famous Mercury Theatre production of Julius Caesar, directed by Welles himself.
In 'Rabbit of Seville,' Bugs Bunny disguises himself as a barber and gives Elmer Fudd a wild and chaotic shave. This results in a series of hilarious and unexpected situations, all set to the music of Rossini's 'Barber of Seville.'
A love-struck actor in London struggles to balance his career and romantic relationships while working in a theater production.
Clean is a drama movie that follows the journey of a recovering addict as she tries to rebuild her life and reconcile with her estranged son.
In this short horror film from 1896, a magician performs a vanishing act on stage. The audience is left amazed and puzzled by the trick. The film features trick photography and a spooky atmosphere, typical of the early silent film era.
An elderly actor who lives with his wife and daughter is dismissed from his acting job because he is considered too old. On his way home from the theatre he panics at the thought of telling his family the bad news and decides to disguise himself as a beggar. His daughter's beau accidentally gives him a five dollar gold piece, thinking that it was a smaller coin. A chase ensues with a policeman, the daughter, and her beau in hot pursuit. When caught he is recognized by his shocked daughter, but is quickly forgiven by all. Meanwhile the actor hired to replace him has already been fired and a messenger is dispatched to rehire the Old Actor to the delight of his wife, daughter, and fellow actors.
A young boy begins to have fantasies when he learns his parents are planning to divorce. Director Peter Godfrey's 1948 drama stars Ted Donaldson, Alexis Smith, Robert Douglas, Cecil Kellaway, John Hoyt, Mary Wickes and Harry Davenport.
The Gang's All Here is a musical comedy set during World War II. It follows a love triangle between a singer, a chorus girl, and a soldier. The story takes place in New York City and features musical numbers, dance routines, and comedic moments. The characters navigate their relationships while dealing with the challenges of wartime. The film is known for its colorful sets, energetic performances, and catchy songs.
Bugs Bunny tries to hide from Elmer Fudd backstage at a theater, leading to a comedic chase with various disguises and gags.
Gentlemen Marry Brunettes follows the adventures of two sisters, Connie and Bonnie Likens, as they navigate love, marriage proposals, and show business in Paris. With the Eiffel Tower as their backdrop, the sisters find themselves in comedic situations involving stolen bottles of milk, fights, bicycles, and sidewalk cafes. Along the way, they experience the joys and challenges of romance, including kisses, twin beds, telephone calls, drinking, and ice cream. The film captures the vibrant spirit of the roaring twenties and showcases the Charleston dance, bow and arrow antics, and bread theft. Through it all, the sisters rely on their wit and charm to outsmart theatrical agents, while engaging in a romantic rivalry. Gentlemen Marry Brunettes is a delightful journey filled with singing, stage performances, and sisterly bonds.
Conrad Cat runs afoul of a magician's bird.
In this animated comedic short, the entire entourage of a flea circus runs away to join a dog.
After John Wilkes Booth assassinated President Abraham Lincoln, he escaped to Maryland and was discovered hiding in a barn. After he refused to surrender, the barn was set afire and Booth died in the blaze. However, in 1903 a Mr. David E. George, while on his deathbed in Enid, Oklahoma, claimed to be John Wilkes Booth. This MGM An Historical Mystery series short presents evidence of the possibility that Mr. George's claim was true.
Twinkletoes is sleeping on the counter at the "Wide-Awake Delivery Service." when Mysto the Magician telephones and wants his magical paraphernalia picked up at his home and delivered to the theatre in five minutes. The twinkly-one runs to the magician's house, picks up the heavy suitcase and flitters off in a hurry. But the case pops open and out pops Mysto's magical hat and other tools-of-the-trade. The rabbit escapes from the hat and Twinky has to chase it, while being flabbergasted at the magical display going on all around him. Will he get to the theatre on time?