Hollywood Rivals
Season 1
Sultry Dietrich vs. Exotic Garbo. Feisty Cagney vs. Brooding Bogart. Strong-Man Schwarzenegger vs. Sparring Stallone. Hollywood Rivals is a fascinating 5-disc set of half-hour profiles spotlighting the personal lives and friendly (sometimes) rivalry of twenty-two legendary Hollywood adversaries. From the early, classic era of Karloff/Lugosi, Astaire/Kelly, and Sinatra/Crosby to more contemporary competitors such as Pacino/DeNiro, Clint/Burt, and Willis/Gibson, Hollywood Rivals tells of their colossal clashes through rare film clips, television appearances, photographs and interviews.
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- James Cagney vs. Humphrey BogartE1
James Cagney vs. Humphrey BogartJames Cagney and Humphrey Bogart had drastically different upbringings, but once they entered the world of Hollywood their paths aligned similarly. Though willing to stretch the boundaries with acting, these men secured their legendary tough guy act throughout their extensive careers. - Bette Davis vs. Joan CrawfordE2
Bette Davis vs. Joan CrawfordJoan Crawford and Bette Davis fought for the spotlight in Hollywood on and off screen. Both worked at the same studio for some time, and they eventually teamed for a gothic horror film that would vitalize their fating careers. Although they didn't get along, they had both achieved the highest possible stardom in Hollywood, becoming immortals of the silver screen. - Olivia de Havilland vs. Joan FontaineE4
Olivia de Havilland vs. Joan FontaineSilver screen stars Olivia de Havilland and Joan Fontaine cultivated a toxic off-screen animosity that was well-known throughout Hollywood. But their rivalry began very early on in life, as the two actresses were real-life sisters. - Betty Grable Vs. Rita HayworthE6
Betty Grable Vs. Rita HayworthWith tremendous talent and on-camera sex appeal, both Rita Hayworth and Betty Grable thrived as triple threat stars and pinups during World War II. Their rivalry would become immortalized by their wartime photographs, as both women decked the walls of army barracks as the most popular pin-ups. - Charlie Chaplin Vs. Buster Keaton
E7Charlie Chaplin Vs. Buster KeatonCharlie Chaplin and Buster Keaton were two of the most well known comedians in the silent film era, but their styles were drastically different. Chaplin's characters were often over sentimental and had a ballet-like fluidity, while Keaton's style favored outright falling and the use of complicated mechanics. Both men made a lasting impact on the motion picture industry. - Arnold Schwarzenegger Vs. Sylvester StalloneE9
Arnold Schwarzenegger Vs. Sylvester StalloneWhile Schwarzenegger achieved renown as a bodybuilder, Stallone suffered rejection and homelessness as a struggling writer and actor. Though they lived worlds apart, both men would conquer the 80's action genre. - Frank Sinatra Vs. Bing CrosbyE10
Frank Sinatra Vs. Bing CrosbyAs a kid, Sinatra aspired to follow in Crosby's footsteps, but as he emerged from his shadow, Crosby's career begins to wane. Over the years, the two beloved crooners would both battle and collaborate as they vied for fame in the ever-fickle world of music, film, and television. - Marlene Dietrich Vs. Greta GarboE12
Marlene Dietrich Vs. Greta GarboHooded eyelids and a sensual air are both defining characteristics of Greta Garbo and Marlene Dietrich, and the both became known as two of the most glamorous actresses of their time. But despite their shared history as foreign actresses, they often found themselves at odds with one another. - Al Pacino Vs. Robert DeNiroE14
Al Pacino Vs. Robert DeNiroNative New Yorkers Al Pacino and Robert De Niro independently garnered praise that dubbed them as two of the most talented actors of their time. However, their apparent similarities have created a Hollywood rivalry between these two masters of their craft. - Bruce Willis Vs. Mel GibsonE15
Bruce Willis Vs. Mel GibsonBruce Willis and Mel Gibson were similar in many ways, as both were class clowns in school, hit it big early in their careers, and headlined successful movie franchises that brought fresh concepts to action films. The popular male archetype portrayed on screen was revolutionized by Willis and Gibson, as they had no problems taking on roles that tapped into their sensitive sides. - Fred Astaire Vs. Gene KellyE16
Fred Astaire Vs. Gene KellyWhereas Astaire made himself known for his unique approach to tap and ballroom dance, Kelly struggled on the sidelines with his more athletic approach to ballet. Comparisons from critics caused the men to respond to one another's steps in new and ground-breaking ways. - Star Wars Vs. Star TrekE21
Star Wars Vs. Star TrekThe creative forces behind Star Wars and Star Trek are each unique, building entirely different universes that could be explored for decades. Despite differences in story and competitive fandoms, the two sci-fi sagas have each contributed to the other's popularity and success.