For the Boys
On a USO tour during World War II, entertainer Eddie Sparks needs a partner to round out his act. Soon after hiring performer Dixie Leonard, Eddie decides he wants her out of the show — mostly because she upstages him. Dixie is close to leaving of her own accord, but her uncle, Art Silver, convinces her to stay. As the years and wars go by, Eddie and Dixie experience a tumultuous relationship onstage and off while they continue the act for the troops.
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For the Boys
- Overview
- Cast
- Crew
- Recommendations
Status
Released
Release Date
Nov 22, 1991
Runtime
2h 18m
Genres
Drama, Music, Comedy, War
User Score
63%
Original Title
For the Boys
Production Companies
All Girl Productions, 20th Century Fox
Director
Mark Rydell
Budget
$40,000,000
Revenue
$23,202,444
Description
On a USO tour during World War II, entertainer Eddie Sparks needs a partner to round out his act. Soon after hiring performer Dixie Leonard, Eddie decides he wants her out of the show — mostly because she upstages him. Dixie is close to leaving of her own accord, but her uncle, Art Silver, convinces her to stay. As the years and wars go by, Eddie and Dixie experience a tumultuous relationship onstage and off while they continue the act for the troops.
