For the Boys

"Laughter and tears. Tragedy and triumph. They lived it all. For the boys."

Nov 27 1991 R 2h 18m
Comedy, Drama, Music

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.

Plot

U.S. entertainer Eddie Sparks wants to bring some fun to the soldiers during World War II and contacts singer/dancer Dixie Leonard for help. They become the perfect team and tour from North Africa to the Pacific to perform for "the boys." They continue their work after the war, but when Eddie fires author Silver for getting involved in McCarthy's campaign, Dixie also turns away from him.

Written by

Neal Jimenez, Lindy Laub, Marshall Brickman

Directed by

Mark Rydell

Cast

Bette Midler, James Caan, George Segal

Crew

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Production Countries

United States of America

Production Companies

20th Century Fox, All Girl Productions

Languages

English

Awards

Nominated for 1 Oscar. 1 win & 3 nominations total

Trailers
For The Boys Trailer
Scores
# of Votes
6,237
Average Rating
6.4 out of 10
Metascore
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