Three of Hollywood's Most Memorable Leading Men ... Fifteen Unforgettable Movies

Three of Hollywood's Most Memorable Leading Men ... Fifteen Unforgettable Movies

*'CARY GRANT: SCREEN LEGEND COLLECTION'*

*'BING CROSBY: SCREEN LEGEND COLLECTION'*

*'ROCK HUDSON: SCREEN LEGEND COLLECTION'*

Three Classic Movie Anthologies Launch New DVD Series Available November 14, 2006 From Universal Studios Home Entertainment

UNIVERSAL CITY, Calif., Oct. 20 /PRNewswire/ -- Universal Studios Home Entertainment celebrates the Golden Age of Hollywood this holiday season with the November 14, 2006 release of "Cary Grant: Screen Legend Collection," "Bing Crosby: Screen Legend Collection," and "Rock Hudson: Screen Legend Collection." The first three in a series of special DVD collections honoring some of the world's most unforgettable stars, each three-disc set features the work of three very different performers: Cary Grant, a debonair man of the world, Bing Crosby, an easy-going comedian with a golden voice and Rock Hudson, the epitome of All American looks and clean cut charm. Each three-disc collection is priced at $29.98 SRP.

"CARY GRANT: SCREEN LEGEND COLLECTION"

Cary Grant remains one of the most popular and admired leading men of Hollywood's silver screen. Five rare classic films from his early career are captured forever in the "Cary Grant: Screen Legend Collection." Featuring co-stars Myrna Loy, Sylvia Sidney, Joan Bennett and Walter Pidgeon, these films showcase the career of a talented, witty and debonair actor who will be remembered forever as a true screen legend.

"Thirty Day Princess"

In this rags-to-riches tale, a newspaper publisher (Cary Grant) finds himself falling for a foreign princess (Sylvia Sidney), only to suspect that there is some other power behind the throne.

"Kiss and Make-Up"

Beauty really is only skin deep when a famed beautician (Cary Grant) marries a former client and discovers that her shallow behavior makes his faithful secretary much more attractive.

"Wings in the Dark"

When an inventor (Cary Grant) is tragically blinded, his courage inspires his aviatrix wife (Myrna Loy) to take on an increasingly dangerous mission in this tale of undying love and devotion.

"Big Brown Eyes"

A precocious newspaper reporter (Joan Bennett) and an unusually motivated detective (Cary Grant) take on a case of insurance fraud, hidden identities and murder!

"Wedding Present"

Two star reporters (Cary Grant and Joan Bennett) find their playful newsroom relationship running out of ink when she becomes engaged to a writer and he is promoted to editor.

"BING CROSBY: SCREEN LEGEND COLLECTION"

Bing Crosby's extraordinary singing, striking good looks and captivating screen presence made him a Hollywood legend. Five of his most timeless musicals can be enjoyed time and time again in the "Bing Crosby: Screen Legend Collection." Featuring co-stars Martha Raye, Betty Hutton, Joan Blondell and Gloria Jean, these classic films illustrate the seemingly effortless acting and mellow singing style of an eternal screen legend.

"Waikiki Wedding"

It's up to press agent Tony Marvin (Bing Crosby) to maintain the "aloha" spirit when a beauty pageant winner (Shirley Ross) decides her grand prize trip to the islands is less than paradise.

"Double or Nothing"

The odds are in favor of fun when an eccentric millionaire's will has four honest people scrambling to double their received sum in thirty days in order to gain the entire estate.

"East Side of Heaven"

Cab driver Denny Martin (Bing Crosby) is driving to a new tune when he reluctantly receives an abandoned infant and embarks on a hilariously twisted path to find the baby's parents.

"If I Had My Way"

A little money, a lot of music, and a whole lot of manpower help a hopeful construction worker (Bing Crosby) and an orphaned girl (Gloria Jean) find her uncle and build a busting business.

"Here Come the Waves"

Ahoy sailor! Bing makes waves in Uncle Sam's fleet as a swinging crooner who decides to join the Navy and immediately sails into choppy romantic seas with two twin sisters.

"ROCK HUDSON: SCREEN LEGEND COLLECTION"

Handsome, witty and extremely talented, Rock Hudson was the embodiment of the Hollywood leading man during his illustrious film career. Join this iconic actor as he lights up the screen with five of his most impressive films in the "Rock Hudson: Screen Legend Collection." Featuring co-stars Piper Laurie, Leslie Caron, Kirk Douglas and Burl Ives, these films highlight the diverse career of an actor whose status as a screen legend will live on in cinema history.

"Has Anybody Seen My Gal"

In this charming musical comedy, Rock Hudson plays a faithful soda jerk who finds his attentions to the lovely Millicent (Piper Laurie) turned down after her family gains a large sum of money.

"A Very Special Favor"

The war of the sexes heats up when a sleek businessman (Rock Hudson) attempts to seduce an attractive psychiatrist (Leslie Caron) who seems immune to his charms.

"The Golden Blade"

Follow Rock Hudson on an epic adventure as a brave warrior who uses the magical Sword of Damascus to save his people and claim the heart of a princess (Piper Laurie).

"The Last Sunset"

Journey to the Wild West with a haunted sheriff (Rock Hudson) as he joins an outlaw (Kirk Douglas) in a treacherous cattle drive and finds his heart captive to the wanted man's former lover.

"The Spiral Road"

When an opportunistic physician (Rock Hudson) travels to the jungles of Java, a shocking meeting with a black magic witch doctor forces him to re-evaluate his selfish past.

TECHNICAL INFORMATION

"Cary Grant: Screen Legend Collection"
Street Date: November 14, 2006
Copyright: 2006 Universal Studios. All Rights Reserved.
Price: $29.98 SRP
Selection Number: 31155
Running Time: Disc 1: 2 Hours 32 Minutes; Disc 2: 2 Hours 32 Minutes;
Disc 3: 1 Hour 21 Minutes
Layers: Discs 1 and 2: DVD-9 (Single Sided); Disc 3: DVD-5 (Single Sided)
Aspect Ratio: Full Frame (1.33:1)
Rating: Unrated
Technical Info: English Dolby Digital 2.0 Mono, English SDH, French
Subtitles

"Bing Crosby: Screen Legend Collection"
Street Date: November 14, 2006
Copyright: 2006 Universal Studios. All Rights Reserved.
Price: $29.98 SRP
Selection Number: 30922
Running Time: Disc 1: 3 Hours; Disc 2: 3 Hours 2 Minutes; Disc 3: 1 Hour
40 Minutes
Layers: Discs 1 and 2: DVD-9 (Single Sided); Disc 3: DVD-5 (Single Sided)
Aspect Ratio: Full Frame (1.33:1)
Rating: Unrated
Technical Info: English Dolby Digital 2.0 Mono, English SDH, French
Subtitles

"Rock Hudson: Screen Legend Collection"
Street Date: November 14, 2006
Copyright: 2006 Universal Studios. All Rights Reserved.
Price: $29.98 SRP
Selection Number: 30921
Running Time: Disc 1: 3 Hours 13 Minutes; Disc 2: 3 Hours 13 Minutes;
Disc 3: 2 Hour 25 Minutes
Layers: Discs DVD-9
Aspect Ratio: Full Frame (1.33:1), Anamorphic Widescreen (1.85:1)
Rating: Unrated
Technical Info: English Dolby Digital 2.0 Mono, English SDH, French
Subtitles

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