This Is Bob Hope...
During his career, Bob Hope was the only performer to achieve top-rated success in every form of mass entertainment. American Masters explores the entertainer’s life through his personal archives and clips from his classic films.
Top Cast
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Bob Hope
Self (archive footage)
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Billy Crystal
Narrator (voice)
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Woody Allen
Self
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Dick Cavett
Self
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Leonard Maltin
Self
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Conan O'Brien
Self
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Margaret Cho
Self
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Linda Hope
Self
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Bing Crosby
Self (archive footage)
Overview
During his career, Bob Hope was the only performer to achieve top-rated success in every form of mass entertainment. American Masters explores the entertainer’s life through his personal archives and clips from his classic films.
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