Victory Theater: Hollywood And World War II

Rita Hayworth. Bette Davis. Jimmy Stewart. Clark Gable. Marlene Dietrich. These classic movie stars found themselves cast in new roles after the Japanese bombed Pearl Harbor. WWII affected all Americans, including stars. They enlisted, entertained or danced with soldiers at the Stage Door Canteen. Today, the War continues to capture our imaginations with stars like Tom Hanks and Brad Pitt in wartime roles. Watch, discuss and read about the Dream Factory at war.

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Rita Hayworth PR Princess

The War offered studio publicists a never-ending array of "photo opportunities" to place their stars with servicemen and, in general, being shown helping the War Effort. This montage from WWII depicts Rita Hayworth smiling 'til her teeth hurt.