The All-Star Bond Rally

May 10, 1945

0h 18m

★ 5.0

It's a mighty show for the mighty 7th war loan!

Overview

Inspirational documentary short film featuring Hollywood stars promoting the sales of War Bonds through songs and skits. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive.

Genres

Comedy

Music

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Cast

Self - Host

Bob Hope

Self - Pinup Girl

Vivian Blaine

Self - Pinup Girl

Jeanne Crain

Self

Bing Crosby

Self - Pinup Girl

Linda Darnell

Pat Lambert (archive footage)

Betty Grable

Self

Harry James

Self - Pinup Girl

June Haver

Fibber McGee

Jim Jordan

Molly McGee

Marian Jordan

Self

Glenn Langan

Self - Pinup Girl

Faye Marlowe

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