For the Boys

N/A

1991

DramaMusicComedyWar

2 hours 18 minutes

Summary

On a USO tour during World War II, entertainer Eddie Sparks needs a partner to round out his act. Soon after hiring performer Dixie Leonard, Eddie decides he wants her out of the show — mostly because she upstages him. Dixie is close to leaving of her own accord, but her uncle, Art Silver, convinces her to stay. As the years and wars go by, Eddie and Dixie experience a tumultuous relationship onstage and off while they continue the act for the troops.

~ Laughter and tears. Tragedy and triumph. They lived it all. For the boys.
Mark Rydell

Director

Neal Jimenez

Screenplay

Lindy Laub

Screenplay