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Buck Privates
Comedy legends Bud Abbott and Lou Costello cemented their place in film history with the hilarious wartime comedy classic Buck Privates . After spending years on stage in burlesque and on radio perfecting classic routines such as "Who's on First?," the duo transitioned to motion pictures at Universal in 1940. In their first leading roles, Bud and Lou play con artists who accidentally enlist in the U.S. Army to avoid going to jail. Making matters worse, their no-nonsense drill sergeant turns out...
The Strange Case of Doctor Rx
A mysterious vigilante known as "Dr. Rx" strikes again, leaving his calling card behind as evidence. All of his victims have been crooks who have escaped prosecution through legal loopholes and his hit list keeps growing. Assigned to the case is private detective Jerry Church (Patric Knowles) but the crimes are baffling and involve death by strangulation and a possible attempt to implant a gorilla's brain into a human body. The Strange Case of Doctor Rx (1942) is an offbeat horror-comedy film...
The Bank Dick
Comedy legend W.C. Fields stars in one of his most famous roles as The Bank Dick . Egbert Sousé (Fields) is an unemployed drunk who divides his time between the Black Pussy Cat Café and his dreadful family. After unwittingly capturing a bank robber, he lands a job as security guard which leads to complete absurdity. Written by the comedian himself under the pseudonym of Mahatma Kane Jeeves, the classic if filled with an unforgettable performance which showcases a true comedic genius at his best!
It Ain't Hay
Comedy legends Bud Abbott and Lou Costello gallop their way to the racetrack in It Ain't Hay – a rare, early film based on a short story by Damon Runyon. When a taxi driver (Costello) unwittingly kills a carriage driver's elderly horse, he and his pal (Abbott) attempt to replace it by "borrowing" the famous racehorse Tea Biscuit. A reward for the stolen animal is announced, shifty Broadway locals, such as Umbrella Sam and Chauncey the Eye get involved, and the duo trots from one hilarious...
Pittsburgh
Screen legends Marlene Dietrich, John Wayne and Randolph Scott star in Pittsburgh, the rags-to-riches tale of friendship, love and power. Beautiful Josie Winters (Dietrich) inspires coal-mining buddies Cash Evans (Scott) and Pittsburgh Markham (Wayne) to better their lots in life. Competing for Josie's affection, the men rapidly climb to the top of their profession. Greed and power struggles soon follow, tearing a rift between the friends that changes all of their lives forever. Featuring...
Classic Comedy Spotlight Collection (Buck Privates / Duck Soup / Road to Morocco / My Man Godfrey)
Buck Privates: Bud Abbott and Lou Costello play con artists who accidentally enlist in the U.S. Army to avoid going to jail and stumble through basic training. Duck Soup: The Marx Brothers - Groucho, Harpo, Chico and Zeppo - are at their very best in this political satire which is often regarded as the comedy legends’ funniest and most popular film. Road to Morocco: Bob Hope and Bing Crosby star as survivors of a shipwreck who are Morocco-bound in this rollicking comedy that pairs them with the...
The Best of Bud Abbott and Lou Costello: Volume 1
Get ready for big laughs with Abbott and Costello, undeniably the most popular comedy team of all time! Now, the classic films of Bud Abbott and Lou Costello are available on DVD in this hilarious collection.The wildly popular comic duo has entertained audiences since 1931, conquering vaudeville, radio and the silver screen in nearly 40 films. Enjoy these side-splitting hits like Buck Privates and Hold That Ghost in this collection of eight full-length features. The Best of Bud Abbott and Lou...
John Wayne: An American Icon Collection
John Wayne remains, without a doubt, a legend of the silver screen and one of Hollywood's most talented and versatile leading men of all time. See "The Duke," with his rugged good looks and undeniable charm, take command of the screen in the amazing collection of five unique films from his long and illustrious film career. This must-own set confirms John Wayne's status as a true American icon!Seven Sinners (1940)Wayne shines as a handsome naval officer who sacrifices everything for the love of...
W.C. Fields Comedy Favorites Collection
W.C. Fields is a true comedy legend and remains one of the most recognizable and beloved actors of all time. From his early days on stage in vaudeville and Broadway through his live appearances on radio, he created an iconic persona that has never been matched. The comic genius of W.C. Fields is best captured forever in his body of films that highlight his notoriously sarcastic quick wit and slapstick routines. The W.C. Fields Comedy Favorites Collection features 10 of his best films that...
Wartime Comedies 8-Movie Collection
8 Hilarious War Time Classics starring Bing Crosby Abbott & Costello, Bob Hope, Bing Crosby, Charlton Heston, Tony Curtis and more! Buck Privates : Two con artists (Bud Abbott and Lou Costello) accidently enlist in the U.S. Army to avoid getting arrested. In the Navy : A pair of sailors (Bud Abbott and Lou Costello) must help a famous crooner keep his identity secret. Here Come the Waves : A popular entertainer (Bing Crosby) gets drafted in the Navy and immediately sails into choppy...