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Bob Hope

Bob Hope

Actor · born 29 May 1903 · Eltham, London, England, UK

Leslie Townes "Bob" Hope (May 29, 1903 – July 27, 2003) was an American comedian, actor, and entertainer. With a career that spanned nearly 80 years, Hope appeared in more than 70 short and feature films — 54 in which he starred. These included a series of seven Road to... musical comedy films with Bing Crosby as Hope's top-billed partner.

In addition to hosting the Academy Awards show 19 times, more than any other host, Hope appeared in many stage productions and television roles and wrote 14 books. The song "Thanks for the Memory" was his signature tune.

Where to start: The Muppet Movie (1979).

As actor 220

TV shows 15

Frequently asked questions

What is the best Bob Hope movie?

By viewer score, The Muppet Movie (1979) at 7.2/10.

What are Bob Hope’s most popular movies?

Spies Like Us, The Muppet Movie, The Greatest Show on Earth.

How many movies has Bob Hope made?

220 films on TMDB, 220 as actor.

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