The All-Star Bond Rally
It's a mighty show for the mighty 7th war loan!
Genres
Overview
Inspirational documentary short film featuring Hollywood stars promoting the sales of War Bonds through songs and skits. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive.
Details
Budget
$0
Revenue
$0
Runtime
18 min
Release Date
1945-05-10
Status
Released
Original Language
English
Vote Count
2
Vote Average
5
Bob Hope
Self - Host
Vivian Blaine
Self - Pinup Girl
Jeanne Crain
Self - Pinup Girl
Bing Crosby
Self
Linda Darnell
Self - Pinup Girl
Betty Grable
Pat Lambert (archive footage)
Harry James
Self
June Haver
Self - Pinup Girl
Jim Jordan
Fibber McGee
Marian Jordan
Molly McGee
Glenn Langan
Self
Faye Marlowe
Self - Pinup Girl
Harpo Marx
Self
Carmen Miranda
Self - Pinup Girl
Almira Sessions
Woman Next to Fibber in Audience
Frank Sinatra
Self
Jane Nigh
Theatre Cashier (uncredited)
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