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The Barbara Stanwyck Collection
Known for her passionate performances, Barbara Stanwyck was one of the brightest stars to ever grace the silver screen. Equally captivating in heavy dramas ( Sorry, Wrong Number ), lighthearted comedies ( The Lady Eve ), and dark film noirs ( Double Indemnity ), she is considered one of the best among Hollywood’s leading ladies. This collection of 6 rare films includes Internes Can’t Take Money, The Great Man’s Lady, The Bride Wore Boots, The Lady Gambles, All I Desire and There’s Always...
The Lady Eve
Preston Sturges is at it again. The ingenious writer-director spins out a sinfully romantic comedy in The Lady Eve, and the "lady" of the title is Barbara Stanwyck. She's a calculating card shark who fleeces passengers on transatlantic ocean liners. When she discovers that an ingenious young millionaire (Henry Fonda) is on board, the scheming Stanwyck figures he'll be a pushover if she plays her cards right. Sure enough, he does fall for her, but surprise - she also falls for him. When he's...
Double Indemnity
Barbara Stanwyck and Fred MacMurray star in this gripping film noir from Academy Award®-winning director Billy Wilder. A calculating wife encourages her wealthy husband to sign a double indemnity policy proposed by smitten insurance agent Walter Neff. As the would-be lovers plot the unsuspecting husband's murder, they are pursued by a suspicious claims manager (Edward G. Robinson). It's a race against time to get away with the perfect crime in this heart-racing Academy Award®-nominated...
Classic Western Round-Up: Volume 2
See how the West was really won in the action-packed Classic Western Round-Up: Volume 2 ! Experience all of the shootouts, fights and escapades with The Texans, California, Cimarron Kid and The Man From the Alamo . Starring Hollywood favorites Glenn Ford, Randolph Scott, Audie Murphy and Ray Milland, this adventure-filled collection features some of the most thrilling films ever to come out of the Wild West! The Texans (1938): A former Confederate soldier (Randolph Scott) takes on new battles...
Preston Sturges: The Filmmaker Collection
Preston Sturges was the first prominent screenwriter to direct his own script. He went on an unparalleled creative streak that brought to the screen some of the most beloved films of all time.This collection pays tribute to seven of his finest and funniest films, starring cinema's most illustrious screen stars.The Great McGintyAn opportunist (Brian Donlevy), turns corruption into a promising political career, but struggles to stay on top when he tries to go honest.Christmas in JulyHope springs...
Bing Crosby: The Silver Screen Collection - The 1940s
One of the most popular entertainers of all time, Bing Crosby was a superstar of movies, music, radio and television during a spectacular career that lasted over 50 years. Bing Crosby: The Silver Screen Collection – The 1940s includes 11 of his best films from the second decade of his film career alongside co-stars Fred Astaire, Joan Fontaine, Barry Fitzgerald, Betty Hutton and Marjorie Reynolds. Featuring Bing in top form singing some of his most memorable songs such as "Blue Skies," "Swinging...
Film Noir 10-Movie Spotlight Collection
Film Noir - the dark, suspenseful style of filmmaking from the 1940s and 1950s - has left an indelible imprint on the world of cinema as we know it. Whether it is the driven private eye, the flawed hero or the hapless schemer, these artistic films and unforgettable characters have come to define a genre laced with murder, jealousy, intrigue, corruption, forbidden romance and double-crosses. The Film Noir: 10-Movie Spotlight Collection showcases a selection of defining movies including Double...
Bob Hope: The Ultimate Movie Collection
Bob Hope: The Ultimate Movie Collection features 21 of the funniest movies from the legendary comedian. As a recognized genius of American comedy, Bob Hope has no equal. From his early days in vaudeville to his years as a top Hollywood box-office draw and star of radio, TV and live performances, Bob Hope’s innocent charm and lightning-quick wit have delighted millions of fans throughout the world. Co-starring some of Hollywood’s greatest stars including Lucille Ball, W.C. Fields, Dorothy Lamour...