Hollywood or Bust
“A COAST TO COAST FUN TOOT!”
Synopsis
The last movie with Jerry Lewis and Dean Martin together, is a satire of the life in Hollywood. Steve Wiley is a deceiver who cheats Malcolm Smith when he wins a car, claiming that he won it too. Trying to steal the car, Steve tells Malcolm that he lives in Hollywood, next to Anita Ekberg's. When Malcom hears that, they both set out for Hollywood and the adventure begins...
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Hollywood or Bust (1956) | (2/3) | CarjackedOfficial
Type: Clip • Published 2016-03-02
Top Cast
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Dean Martin
Steve Wiley
Jerry Lewis
Malcolm Smith
Pat Crowley
Terry Roberts
Maxie Rosenbloom
Bookie Benny
Anita Ekberg
Actress Anita
Willard Waterman
Manager Neville
Richard Karlan
Sammy Ross
Richard Alexander
Western Actor
Leon Alton
Casino Patron
Adelle August
Dancer
Chet Brandenburg
Stagehand
Kathryn Card
Old Lady
Beach Dickerson
Bellboy
Minta Durfee
Miss Pettywood
Franklyn Farnum
Audience Member
Adolph Faylauer
Man at Movie Premiere
Joe Gray
Gambler
Sam Harris
Man in Hotel
Release History & Theatrical Window
December 6, 1956
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Frank Tashlin
- Screenplay & Story
- Erna Lazarus
- Original Score
- Walter Scharf
- Original Title
- Hollywood or Bust
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Production Studios
- Hal Wallis Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Frank Tashlin
Erna Lazarus
Walter Scharf
Daniel L. Fapp, W. Wallace Kelley
Howard A. Smith
Hal B. Wallis
Department Leadership Roster
Hal B. Wallis
Producer
Walter Scharf
Original Music Composer
Daniel L. Fapp
Director of Photography
Frank Tashlin
Director
Erna Lazarus
Writer
Howard A. Smith
Editor
Edith Head
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Hollywood or Bust
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What is Hollywood or Bust about?
The last movie with Jerry Lewis and Dean Martin together, is a satire of the life in Hollywood. Steve Wiley is a deceiver who cheats Malcolm Smith when he wins a car, claiming that he won it too. Trying to steal the car, Steve tells Malcolm that he lives in Hollywood, next to Anita Ekberg's. When Malcom hears that, they both set out for Hollywood and the adventure begins...
Who directed Hollywood or Bust?
Hollywood or Bust was directed by Frank Tashlin.
Who stars in Hollywood or Bust?
The principal cast of Hollywood or Bust includes Dean Martin, Jerry Lewis, Pat Crowley, Maxie Rosenbloom, Anita Ekberg.
When was Hollywood or Bust released and how long is it?
Hollywood or Bust was released in 1956 with a total runtime of 1h 35m.
Who composed the musical score for Hollywood or Bust?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Hollywood or Bust was composed by Walter Scharf.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Hollywood or Bust?
Hollywood or Bust holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).