Hollywood Rivals
Episodes
S1 E1 - Star Wars vs Star Trek
Watch on supported devicesJanuary 1, 200150minThe creative forces behind Star Wars and Star Trek are each unique, building entirely different universes that could be explored for decades. Despite differences in story and competitive fandoms, the two sci-fi sagas have each contributed to the other's popularity and success.Watch for freeS1 E2 - Bettie Davis vs Joan Crawford
Watch on supported devicesJanuary 1, 200150minJoan Crawford and Bette Davis fought for the spotlight in Hollywood on and off-screen. Both women worked at the same studio for some time, and they eventually teamed up for a gothic horror film that would revitalize their fading careers. Although they didn't get along, they had both achieved the highest possible stardom in Hollywood, rightfully becoming immortals of the silver screen.Watch for freeS1 E3 - James Cagney vs Humphrey Bogart
Watch on supported devicesOctober 18, 200150minJames Cagney and Humphrey Bogart had drastically different upbringings, but, once they entered the world of Hollywood, their paths aligned similarly. Though willing to stretch the boundaries with acting, these men secured their legendary tough guy acts throughout their extensive careers.Watch for freeS1 E4 - Charlie Chaplin vs Buster Keaton
Watch on supported devicesDecember 13, 200150minCharlie Chaplin and Buster Keaton were two of the most well-known comedians of the silent film era, but their styles were drastically different. Chaplin's characters were often overly sentimental and had a ballet-like fluidity, while Keaton's style favored outright falling and the use of complex mechanics. Both men made a lasting impact on the motion picture industry.Watch for freeS1 E5 - Bruce Willis vs Mel Gibson
Watch on supported devicesJanuary 1, 200150minBruce Willis and Mel Gibson were similar in many ways, as both were class clowns in school, hit it big early in their careers, and headlined successful movie franchises that brought fresh concepts to action films. The popular male archetype portrayed on screen was revolutionized by Willis and Gibson, as they had no problems taking on roles that tapped into their sensitive sides.Watch for freeS1 E6 - Al Pacino vs Robert De Niro
Watch on supported devicesJanuary 1, 200150minNative New Yorkers Al Pacino and Robert De Niro independently garnered praise that dubbed them as two of the most talented actors of their time. However, their apparent similarities have created a Hollywood rivalry between these two masters of their craft.Watch for freeS1 E7 - Arnold Schwarzenegger vs Sylvester Stallone
Watch on supported devicesJanuary 1, 200150minWhile Schwarzenegger achieved renown as a bodybuilder, Stallone suffered rejection and homelessness as a struggling writer and actor. Though they lived worlds apart, both men would conquer the 80s action genre.Watch for freeS1 E8 - Bela Lugosi vs Boris Karloff
Watch on supported devicesJanuary 1, 200150minAfter gaining notoriety as the man who played Dracula, Bela Lugosi turned down the role of Frankenstein's Monster. But when the part is turned over to rising star Boris Karloff, it seems that he may have created his own biggest rival.Watch for freeS1 E9 - Clint Eastwood vs Burt Reynolds
Watch on supported devicesJanuary 1, 200150minBoth Reynolds and Eastwood received harsh criticism when they auditioned for the same role. Though they found individual opportunities to make their way in Hollywood, their rivalry would follow them for years.Watch for freeS1 E10 - Frank Sinatra vs Bing Crosby
Watch on supported devicesMarch 28, 200250minAs a kid, Sinatra aspired to follow in Crosby's footsteps, but as he emerged from his shadow, Crosby's career began to wane. Over the years, the two beloved crooners would both battle and collaborate as they vied for fame in the ever-fickle world of music, film, and television.Watch for freeS1 E11 - Frankie Avalon vs Fabian
Watch on supported devicesJanuary 1, 200150minFrankie Avalon and Fabian had remarkably similar careers from the start. After Avalon's own producers signed Fabian, both Philadelphia natives struggled, not only for fame, but for their own individual creative voices.Watch for freeS1 E12 - Fred Astaire vs Gene Kelly
Watch on supported devicesJanuary 1, 200150minWhereas Astaire made himself known for his unique approach to tap and ballroom dance, Kelly struggled on the sidelines with his more athletic approach to ballet. Comparisons from critics caused the men to respond to one another's steps in new and ground-breaking ways.Watch for freeS1 E13 - Marlene Dietrich vs Greta Garbo
Watch on supported devicesJanuary 1, 200150minHooded eyelids and a sensual air are both defining characteristics of Greta Garbo and Marlene Dietrich, and they became known as two of the most glamorous actresses of their time. But despite their shared history as foreign actresses, they often found themselves at odds with one another.Watch for freeS1 E14 - Olivia De Havilland vs Joan Fontaine
Watch on supported devicesJanuary 1, 200150minSilver screen stars Olivia de Havilland and Joan Fontaine cultivated a toxic off-screen animosity that was well-known throughout Hollywood. But their rivalry began very early on in life, as the two actresses were real-life sisters.Watch for freeS1 E15 - Rita Hayworth vs Betty Grable
Watch on supported devicesJanuary 1, 200150minWith tremendous talent and on-camera sex appeal, both Rita Hayworth and Betty Grable thrived as triple threat stars and pinups during World War II. Their rivalry would become immortalized by their wartime photographs, as both women decked the walls of army barracks as the most popular pin-ups.Watch for free
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Directors
- Passport International Productions
Producers
- Dante J. Pugliese
Cast
- Bettie DavisJoan CrawfordAl PacinoArnold SchwarzeneggerBela LugosiBetty GrableBing CrosbyBoris KarloffBruce WillisBurt LancasterBurt ReynoldsBuster KeatonCharlie ChaplinClint EastwoodCyd CharisseDean MartinFabianFrank SinatraFrankie AvalonFred AstaireGene KelleyGreta GarboHumphrey BogartJames CagneyJayne MansfieldJerry LewisJoan FontaineKirk DouglasLeslie CaronMarilyn MonroeMarlene DietrichMel GibsonRita HayworthRobert DeNiroSylvester Stallone
Studio
- Multicom Entertainment Group (MEG)
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