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1939: Hollywood's Greatest Year

NR1h 9m2009Constantine Nasr
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This documentary focuses on 1939, considered to be Hollywood's greatest year, with film clips and insight into what made the year so special.

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What is 1939: Hollywood's Greatest Year (2009) about?

This documentary focuses on 1939, considered to be Hollywood's greatest year, with film clips and insight into what made the year so special.

Who stars in 1939: Hollywood's Greatest Year?

1939: Hollywood's Greatest Year stars Kenneth Branagh (Narrator (voice)), Clark Gable (Self (archive footage)), Vivien Leigh (Self (archive footage)), Olivia de Havilland (Self (archive footage)), Judy Garland (Self (archive footage)). The film was directed by Constantine Nasr.

How long is 1939: Hollywood's Greatest Year?

1939: Hollywood's Greatest Year has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 2009. It is rated NR.

Where can I watch 1939: Hollywood's Greatest Year?

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