Bette Midler
Dixie Leonard
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Box office. $23.2 million. For the Boys is a 1991 American musical comedy-drama film that traces the life of Dixie Leonard, a 1940s actress/singer who teams up with Eddie Sparks, a famous performer, to entertain American troops. The film was adapted by Marshall Brickman, Neal Jimenez, and Lindy Laub from a story by Jimenez and Laub.
Nov 27, 1991 · Bette Midler and James Caan star as USO entertainers who perform for soldiers in World War II, Vietnam War and beyond. See IMDb rating, reviews, trivia, soundtrack and more.
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- Comedy, Drama, Music
- Mark Rydell
- 1991-11-27
Jun 14, 2017 · For the Boys 1991 With the help of the singer and dancer Dixie Leonhard US-Entertainer Eddie Sparks wants to bring some fun to the soldiers during World War ...
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On a USO tour during World War II, entertainer Eddie Sparks (James Caan) needs a partner to round out his act. Soon after hiring performer Dixie Leonard (Bette Midler), Eddie decides he wants her...
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- Mark Rydell
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- Bette Midler
Store. Categories. GOLDEN GLOBE® winner. For The Boys. Bette Midler gives the brassiest, sassiest performance of her career as Dixie Leonard, a USO singer whose electrifying stage presence, and flair for outrageous comedy, captivates troops and civilians alike.
- 144 min
Nov 27, 1991 · Roger Ebert pans the movie For The Boys, starring Bette Midler and James Caan as a showbiz couple, for its cold and contrived story and lack of chemistry. He criticizes the film for its unconvincing arguments, depressing tone, and implausible climax.
A comedy-drama about USO entertainers Dixie Leonard and Eddie Sparks who perform for the troops in World War II, Korea, and Vietnam. The film follows their relationship, careers, and challenges over five decades.
