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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.
Nov 27, 1991 · For the Boys: Directed by Mark Rydell. With Bette Midler, James Caan, George Segal, Patrick O'Neal. Talented USO entertainer Dixie Leonard and comedian Eddie Sparks deal with their relationship over the course of 5 decades from World War II to the Vietnam War era to their twilight era in the 90's.
- (6.1K)
- Comedy, Drama, Music
- Mark Rydell
- 1991-11-27
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
- R
- Bette Midler
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 II.
- 2 min
- 29.7K
- Trailer Chan
A list of actors, writers, directors and other crew members who worked on the 1991 film For the Boys, starring Bette Midler and directed by Mark Rydell. The film is a musical drama about a singer who entertains troops in various wars and conflicts.
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.
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