Cast: Bette Davis

Direction Joseph L. Mankiewicz

Cast Bette Davis · Anne Baxter · George Sanders · Celeste Holm

Synopsis All About Eve (1950) follows the story of Margo Channing (Bette Davis), a renowned actress in New York's theater scene, who finds herself overshadowed by a seemingly innocent admirer, Eve Harrington (Anne Baxter). Eve, posing as a devoted fan, quickly...

Direction Robert Aldrich

Cast Bette Davis · Joan Crawford · Victor Buono · Wesley Addy

Synopsis What Ever Happened to Baby Jane? (1962) unfolds in a dilapidated Hollywood mansion, where Jane Hudson, once a beloved child actress, resides with her sister Blanche, a former movie star who was compelled to retire following a debilitating accident. The...

Direction William Wyler

Cast Bette Davis · Teresa Wright · Herbert Marshall · Patricia Collinge

Synopsis The Little Foxes (1941) is a gripping tale of ambition and deceit set in the deep South at the dawn of the 20th century. The story revolves around Regina Giddens, a ruthless woman who is determined to secure wealth and...

Direction William Wyler

Cast Bette Davis · Henry Fonda · George Brent · Margaret Lindsay

Synopsis Jezebel (1938) unfolds in the vibrant yet tumultuous backdrop of pre-Civil War New Orleans in the 1850s. The narrative revolves around Julie Marsden, a captivating and independent Southern belle who embarks on a journey of personal redemption. Julie, known for...

Direction William Wyler

Cast Bette Davis · Herbert Marshall · James Stephenson · Frieda Inescort

Synopsis The Letter (1940) follows the story of a rubber plantation administrator's wife who fatally shoots a man and asserts that it was an act of self-defense. Her calm demeanor, elegance, and composure leave a strong impression on nearly everyone she...

Direction Frank Capra

Cast Glenn Ford · Bette Davis · Peter Falk · Hope Lange

Synopsis Pocketful of Miracles (1961) centers around Apple Annie, a humble apple vendor and beggar who is a familiar sight in the bustling streets of downtown New York. Annie's life takes an unexpected turn when her daughter, Louise, becomes engaged to...

Direction Irving Rapper

Cast Bette Davis · Paul Henreid · Claude Rains · Gladys Cooper

Synopsis Now, Voyager (1942) follows the journey of Charlotte Vale, a woman trapped under the oppressive control of her domineering mother in Boston. Her life takes a turn when Dr. Jaquith encourages her to visit his sanitarium, where she undergoes a...

Direction Edmund Goulding

Cast Bette Davis · Miriam Hopkins · George Brent · Donald Crisp

Synopsis The Old Maid (1939) follows the story of Delia, who chooses to marry wealthy Jim over her initial fiancé, Clem. After their breakup, Clem finds solace in Delia's cousin, Charlotte, and they have a child together. Tragically, Clem perishes in...

Direction Robert Aldrich

Cast Bette Davis · Olivia de Havilland · Joseph Cotten · Agnes Moorehead

Synopsis Hush... Hush, Sweet Charlotte (1964) follows the story of Charlotte Hollis, a wealthy and reclusive Southern woman who has been ostracized by her community for decades due to her suspected involvement in the brutal murder of her fiancé, John Mayhew....

Direction Edmund Goulding

Cast Bette Davis · George Brent · Humphrey Bogart · Geraldine Fitzgerald

Synopsis Dark Victory (1939) follows the story of Judith Traherne, a vibrant and wealthy 23-year-old sportswoman portrayed by Bette Davis. Judith begins to experience severe headaches and double vision, prompting her family doctor, Dr. Parsons (Henry Travers), to recommend a consultation...

Direction Vincent Sherman

Cast Bette Davis · Claude Rains · Walter Abel · Richard Waring

Synopsis Mr. Skeffington (1944) follows the life of Fanny, a woman renowned for her beauty in New York. Fanny has always leveraged her good looks to navigate through life, attracting numerous admirers even after her marriage. However, as she ages, she...

Direction Pedro González Bermúdez

Cast Bette Davis

Synopsis When Bette Davis Bid Farewell (2014) delves into the iconic actress Bette Davis' memorable trip to the San Sebastian Festival in 1989, where she was honored with the Donostia Award. This documentary meticulously recreates the events of her visit, highlighting...

Direction Paul Henreid

Cast Bette Davis · Karl Malden · Peter Lawford · Phil Carey

Synopsis Dead Ringer (1964) follows the tale of a ruthless and affluent woman who meets her demise at the hands of her vengeful twin sister. The twin, driven by a desire for retribution, takes on the identity of the deceased, seamlessly...

Direction Michael Curtiz

Cast Edward G. Robinson · Bette Davis · Humphrey Bogart · Wayne Morris

Synopsis Kid Galahad (1937) follows the story of a boxing promoter named Nick Donati who takes a young bellhop under his wing, aiming to transform him into a champion boxer. However, complications arise when the young boxer, known as the "kid,"...

Direction Luigi Comencini

Cast Alberto Sordi · Silvana Mangano · Joseph Cotten · Bette Davis

Synopsis The Scientific Cardplayer (1972) follows the annual scheme of Pepino and Antonia, a pair of resourceful Italians, who eagerly anticipate the arrival of "the old lady," a wealthy and disabled American. Their plan? To deceive her through a clever card...

Direction James Whale

Cast Mae Clarke · Douglass Montgomery · Doris Lloyd · Frederick Kerr

Synopsis Waterloo Bridge (1931) tells the tale of a romantic entanglement set against the backdrop of World War I. A young American soldier, stationed in London, becomes deeply enamored with a beautiful dance-hall performer. Unbeknownst to him, she harbors a secret...

Direction King Vidor

Cast Bette Davis · Joseph Cotten · David Brian · Ruth Roman

Synopsis Beyond the Forest (1949) follows the story of Rosa Moline, a woman trapped in the monotony of small-town life, yearning for the excitement and allure of Chicago. Her heart belongs to Neil Latimer, a wealthy industrialist who owns a nearby...

Direction William Keighley

Cast Bette Davis · Ann Sheridan · Monty Woolley · Elisabeth Fraser

Synopsis The Man Who Came to Dinner (1942) follows the chaotic events that unfold when a self-important author and critic finds himself stranded with a conventional Midwestern family during the harsh winter months. The family's peaceful existence is turned upside down...

Direction Anatole Litvak

Cast Bette Davis · Charles Boyer · Jeffrey Lynn · Barbara O'Neil

Synopsis All This, and Heaven Too (1940) presents a captivating tale of love, jealousy, and tragedy, set against the backdrop of 19th-century France. Bette Davis portrays Henriette Deluzy, a virtuous and kind-hearted governess who finds herself entangled in the tumultuous world...

Direction Archie Mayo

Cast Leslie Howard · Bette Davis · Humphrey Bogart · Genevieve Tobin

Synopsis The Petrified Forest (1936) is a compelling drama that launched Humphrey Bogart into the spotlight. Following a successful stage play by Robert E. Sherwood, the film stars Bogart alongside Leslie Howard and Bette Davis. Directed by Archie Mayo, the movie...