Cast: Ray Bolger

Top movies, series, and documentaries starring Ray Bolger. Uncover the most acclaimed works, loved by fans and praised by critics.


The Wizard of Oz

1939 · Movie · 98 min. · United States

Direction Victor Fleming

Cast Judy Garland · Frank Morgan · Ray Bolger · Bert Lahr

Synopsis The Wizard of Oz (1939) follows the journey of Dorothy, a young girl living on a farm in Kansas, whose life takes an extraordinary turn when a powerful cyclone sweeps her, her house, and her loyal dog, Toto, into the...

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7.4

54K votes

7.4

54K votes

Direction Douglas Heyes · Allen Reisner

Cast Richard Jordan · Perry King · Patty Duke · Henry Fonda

Synopsis Captains and the Kings (TV Miniseries) (1976) chronicles the inspiring journey of Joseph Armagh, an impoverished Irish immigrant who arrived in the United States during the mid-19th century. Through a combination of perseverance, emotional trials, and relentless hard work, Armagh...

7.1

103 votes

7.1

103 votes

The Great Ziegfeld

1936 · Movie · 176 min. · United States

Direction Robert Z. Leonard

Cast William Powell · Myrna Loy · Luise Rainer · Frank Morgan

Synopsis The Great Ziegfeld (1936) begins at the 1893 Chicago World's Fair, where a charismatic sideshow barker, Flo Ziegfeld, outmaneuvers his prosperous rival, Billings, and wins over his girlfriend in the process. This dynamic of rivalry and triumph continues throughout their...

6.5

687 votes

6.5

687 votes

The Harvey Girls

1946 · Movie · 102 min. · United States

Direction George Sidney

Cast Judy Garland · John Hodiak · Ray Bolger · Angela Lansbury

Synopsis The Harvey Girls (1946) is a delightful musical that follows the romantic escapades of the Harvey Girls, a group of waitresses working for the renowned Old West Harvey Restaurant chain. Their refined manners and polite demeanor bring a touch of...

6.0

112 votes

6.0

112 votes

Babes in Toyland

1961 · Movie · 106 min. · United States

Direction Jack Donohue

Cast Ray Bolger · Tommy Sands · Annette Funicello · Ed Wynn

Synopsis Babes in Toyland (1961) follows the tale of Tom, the son of a piper, who is set to marry Mary Quite Contrary. However, on the night before their wedding, the wicked miser Barnaby plots to ruin their plans. He hires...

5.8

62 votes

5.8

62 votes

The Runner Stumbles

1979 · Movie · 109 min. · United States

Direction Stanley Kramer

Cast Dick Van Dyke · Kathleen Quinlan · Maureen Stapleton · Ray Bolger

Synopsis The Runner Stumbles (1979) centers around Father Rivard, a clergyman serving in a modest, economically struggling coal mining community. He is deeply involved in a project he deems "controversial," while grappling with the harsh realities of his impoverished parishioners, the...

5.5

40 votes

5.5

40 votes

April in Paris

1952 · Movie · 96 min. · United States

Direction David Butler

Cast Doris Day · Ray Bolger · Paul Harvey · George Givot

Synopsis April in Paris (1952) follows the story of Ethel 'Dynamite' Jackson, a lively chorus girl who inadvertently receives an invitation from the State Department to showcase American theater at an arts exhibition in Paris, France. The mix-up occurs because the...

5.3

66 votes

5.3

66 votes

Sweethearts

1938 · Movie · 114 min. · United States

Direction W.S. Van Dyke

Cast Jeanette MacDonald · Nelson Eddy · Frank Morgan · Ray Bolger

Synopsis Sweethearts (1938) follows a renowned musical comedy duo who, after six successful years on Broadway, are presented with an enticing opportunity to transition to Hollywood and star in films. The allure of a fresh start and escape from the constant...

5.2

44 votes

5.2

44 votes

The Daydreamer

1966 · Movie · 101 min. · United States

Direction Jules Bass

Cast Jack Gilford · Margaret Hamilton · Paul O'Keefe · Ray Bolger

Synopsis The Daydreamer (1966) is a captivating film that weaves together a collection of enchanting tales inspired by the timeless stories of Hans Christian Andersen. The movie brings to life four beloved fairy tales: "The Little Mermaid," where a young mermaid...

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Where's Charley?

1952 · Movie · 97 min. · United Kingdom

Direction David Butler

Cast Ray Bolger · Allyn Ann McLerie · Robert Shackleton · Horace Cooper

Synopsis Where's Charley? (1952) is a lively musical comedy that brings the beloved Broadway stage production to the big screen. This film is a delightful adaptation of Brandon Thomas's 1890s farce, focusing on an Oxford student who cleverly disguises himself as...

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Rosalie

1937 · Movie · 123 min. · United States

Direction W.S. Van Dyke

Cast Nelson Eddy · Eleanor Powell · Frank Morgan · Edna May Oliver

Synopsis Rosalie (1937) follows the romantic journey of Dick Thorpe, a dedicated cadet at West Point, who finds himself captivated by a mysterious young woman. As their relationship blossoms, it is revealed that she is not just an ordinary girl, but...

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Donny and Marie (TV Series)

1975 · Series · 60 min. · United States

Direction Art Fisher · Perry Rosemond · Walter C. Miller

Cast Donny Osmond · Marie Osmond · Kris Kristofferson · Robert Young

Synopsis Donny and Marie (TV Series) (1975) was a beloved variety show that aired from 1975 to 1979, spanning four seasons. The series showcased the dynamic performances of the sibling singing duo, Donny and Marie Osmond. Initially, the first season included...

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Just You and Me, Kid

1979 · Movie · 95 min. · United States

Direction Leonard Stern

Cast George Burns · Brooke Shields · Lorraine Gary · Ray Bolger

Synopsis Just You and Me, Kid (1979) follows the heartwarming tale of a retired vaudeville performer, portrayed by the legendary George Burns, who forms an unlikely bond with a teenage runaway, played by the young Brooke Shields. The story unfolds as...

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Sunny

1941 · Movie · 98 min. · United States

Direction Herbert Wilcox

Cast Anna Neagle · Ray Bolger · John Carroll · Edward Everett Horton

Synopsis Sunny (1941) is a charming musical film that showcases the talents of Anna Neagle, adapted from a Broadway musical and set against the vibrant backdrop of New Orleans' Mardi Gras. The narrative follows Sunny Sullivan, a circus performer played by...

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Look for the Silver Lining

1949 · Movie · 106 min. · United States

Direction David Butler

Cast June Haver · Ray Bolger · Gordon MacRae · Charles Ruggles

Synopsis Look for the Silver Lining (1949) follows the inspiring journey of 1920s vaudeville sensation Marilyn Miller, portrayed by June Haver. The narrative begins in Finley, Ohio, where Marilyn's talent for singing and dancing first takes the stage. Her ascent to...

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The Entertainer (TV)

1976 · Movie · 105 min. · United States

Direction Donald Wrye

Cast Jack Lemmon · Ray Bolger · Sada Thompson · Tyne Daly

Synopsis The Entertainer (TV) (1976) follows the journey of a vaudeville performer who, as he nears middle age, finds himself still chasing the elusive dreams of fame and success. The narrative delves into his struggles and the challenges he faces in...

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Three on a Date (TV)

1978 · Movie · 100 min. · United States

Direction Bill Bixby

Cast June Allyson · Loni Anderson · Ray Bolger · John Byner

Synopsis Three on a Date (TV) (1978) follows the escapades and blunders of four pairs of winners from a television game show as they embark on a tropical vacation in Hawaii, accompanied by their youthful chaperone. The group navigates through a...

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