Cast: Gordon MacRae

Top movies, series, and documentaries starring Gordon MacRae. Uncover the most acclaimed works, loved by fans and praised by critics.


Oklahoma!

1955 · Movie · 140 min. · United States

Direction Fred Zinnemann

Cast Gordon MacRae · Shirley Jones · Charlotte Greenwood · Rod Steiger

Synopsis Oklahoma! (1955) unfolds in the early 1900s, capturing the transformation of the Indian Territory into the state of Oklahoma. The narrative revolves around Curly, a tenacious cowboy, and Laurey, a woman who shares his affection but struggles to express it...

6.3

466 votes

6.3

466 votes

Backfire

1950 · Movie · 91 min. · United States

Direction Vincent Sherman

Cast Virginia Mayo · Gordon MacRae · Edmond O'Brien · Dane Clark

Synopsis Backfire (1950) follows the story of Bob Corey, a man recuperating from multiple surgeries in a Veterans' hospital. He uncovers that his friend, Steve Connally, who was planning to purchase a ranch with him, has vanished under mysterious conditions, suggesting...

6.2

71 votes

6.2

71 votes

The Best Things in Life Are Free

1956 · Movie · 104 min. · United States

Direction Michael Curtiz

Cast Gordon MacRae · Dan Dailey · Ernest Borgnine · Sheree North

Synopsis The Best Things in Life Are Free (1956) follows the journey of a renowned songwriting trio, Ray Henderson, Buddy De Sylva, and Lew Brown, as they navigate the vibrant jazz age of the 1920s. The film delves into their rise...

5.9

31 votes

5.9

31 votes

Carousel

1956 · Movie · 128 min. · United States

Direction Henry King

Cast Gordon MacRae · Shirley Jones · Cameron Mitchell · Barbara Ruick

Synopsis Carousel (1956) follows the story of Billy, who is given a single day to rectify the errors of his past. Billy, a former carnival worker who operated the carousel, crosses paths with Julie, a young woman who captures his heart....

5.9

208 votes

5.9

208 votes

The West Point Story

1950 · Movie · 107 min. · United States

Direction Roy Del Ruth

Cast James Cagney · Virginia Mayo · Doris Day · Gordon MacRae

Synopsis The West Point Story (1950) follows Broadway director Bix Bixby, who, after facing financial troubles due to gambling, is convinced to travel to the prestigious West Point military academy alongside his charming assistant and occasional love interest, Eve. Their mission...

5.6

29 votes

5.6

29 votes

On Moonlight Bay

1951 · Movie · 95 min. · United States

Direction Roy Del Ruth

Cast Doris Day · Gordon MacRae · Jack Smith · Leon Ames

Synopsis On Moonlight Bay (1951) follows the Winfield family as they settle into a charming new home in a quaint Indiana town. The story revolves around Marjorie Winfield, a spirited tomboy who finds herself drawn to William Sherman, a young man...

5.5

25 votes

5.5

25 votes

Tea for Two

1950 · Movie · 98 min. · United States

Direction David Butler

Cast Doris Day · Gordon MacRae · S.Z. Sakall · Patrice Wymore

Synopsis Tea for Two (1950) follows the story of affluent heiress Nanette Carter, portrayed by Doris Day, who makes a wager with her uncle, betting $25,000 that she can refuse all temptations for a span of 48 hours. If she succeeds,...

5.5

139 votes

5.5

139 votes

Return of the Frontiersman

1950 · Movie · 74 min. · United States

Direction Richard L. Bare

Cast Gordon MacRae · Julie London · Rory Calhoun · Jack Holt

Synopsis Return of the Frontiersman (1950) is set in the rugged landscape of Laramie, Wyoming, where a sheriff's son faces a grave injustice. Accused of a murder he did not commit, the young man's life hangs in the balance. A loyal...

4.8

24 votes

4.8

24 votes

By the Light of the Silvery Moon

1953 · Movie · 101 min. · United States

Direction David Butler

Cast Doris Day · Gordon MacRae · Leon Ames · Rosemary DeCamp

Synopsis By the Light of the Silvery Moon (1953) follows the Winfield family as they navigate the ups and downs of life in a small Indiana town. The story centers around Marjorie Winfield and her romantic entanglements with William Sherman, who...

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Starlift

1951 · Movie · 103 min. · United States

Direction Roy Del Ruth

Cast Doris Day · Gordon MacRae · Virginia Mayo · Gene Nelson

Synopsis Starlift (1951) follows the story of Air Force pilots Rick Williams and Mike Nolan who are eager to meet film star Nell Wayne, a fellow hometown resident of Rick. Misunderstandings arise when fellow stars Doris Day and Ruth Roman assume...

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So You Want a Television Set

1953 · Movie · 10 min. · United States

Direction Richard L. Bare

Cast George O'Hanlon · Rodney Bell · Gail Bonney · Ralph Brooks

Synopsis So You Want a Television Set (1953) follows the comedic misadventures of Joe and Alice McDoakes after they purchase a new television set. Their home quickly becomes a hub for nosy neighbors who drop by, often without valid reasons, to...

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Lux Video Theatre (TV Series)

1950 · Series · 30 min. · United States

Direction Richard Goode · Fielder Cook · Buzz Kulik · Earl Eby

Cast Ken Carpenter · Jay Jackson · Otto Kruger · Gordon MacRae

Synopsis Lux Video Theatre (TV Series) (1950) aired from 1950 to 1959, comprising 352 episodes. This live dramatic series showcased Hollywood's top stars in compelling performances. Originally a 30-minute weekly program, it transitioned to NBC in August 1954, where it expanded...

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Three Sailors and a Girl

1953 · Movie · 95 min. · United States

Direction Roy Del Ruth

Cast Jane Powell · Gordon MacRae · Gene Nelson · Sam Levene

Synopsis Three Sailors and a Girl (1953) follows the journey of three naval servicemen who cross paths with a dubious showman. Persuaded to put their money into his latest venture, they are immediately captivated by the female lead of the production....

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About Face

1952 · Movie · 94 min. · United States

Direction Roy Del Ruth

Cast Gordon MacRae · Eddie Bracken · Dick Wesson · Virginia Gibson

Synopsis About Face (1952) follows the lives of Biff Roberts, Tony Williams, and Dave Crouse, who are senior students at the prestigious Southern Military Institute, a fictional school inspired by the real Virginia Military Institute. These cadets are on the verge...

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Look for the Silver Lining

1949 · Movie · 106 min. · United States

Direction David Butler

Cast June Haver · Ray Bolger · Gordon MacRae · Charles Ruggles

Synopsis Look for the Silver Lining (1949) follows the inspiring journey of 1920s vaudeville sensation Marilyn Miller, portrayed by June Haver. The narrative begins in Finley, Ohio, where Marilyn's talent for singing and dancing first takes the stage. Her ascent to...

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The Pilot

1980 · Movie · 92 min. · United States

Direction Cliff Robertson

Cast Cliff Robertson · Diane Baker · Frank Converse · Milo O'Shea

Synopsis The Pilot (1980) follows the journey of Mike Hagan, a highly skilled and conscientious aviator who possesses an exceptional ability to foresee and evade potential dangers in the skies. However, Mike's life is complicated by a profound struggle with alcoholism....

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The Desert Song

1953 · Movie · 110 min. · United States

Direction H. Bruce Humberstone

Cast Kathryn Grayson · Gordon MacRae · Steve Cochran · Raymond Massey

Synopsis The Desert Song (1953) follows the intricate web of deception and heroism in the desert landscape. Shiek Yousseff, a cunning figure, feigns allegiance to the French while covertly planning their downfall. Opposing Yousseff are the Riffs, led by the enigmatic...

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Zero to Sixty

1978 · Movie · 101 min. · United States

Direction Don Weis

Cast Darren McGavin · Sylvia Miles · Joan Collins · Denise Nickerson

Synopsis Zero to Sixty (1978) follows the story of a recently divorced man who forms an unlikely alliance with a resourceful 16-year-old girl. The teenager, known for her street smarts, supports herself by seizing vehicles from their owners. Together, they navigate...

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