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Bette Midler: Ol' Red Hair Is Back

Bette Midler: Ol' Red Hair Is Back

Bette's first major network special.

In 1977, Bette Midler's first television special premiered, featuring guest stars Dustin Hoffman and Emmett Kelly. It went on to win Bette her first Emmy Award for Outstanding Special — Comedy-Variety or Music. To make the show palatable to home viewers, the special featured heavily cleaned up versions of the material Midler was performing at that time on stage. The title of the show, Ol' Red Hair is Back, was a takeoff on the title of Frank Sinatra's recent album Ol' Blue Eyes Is Back.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Bette Midler: Ol' Red Hair Is Back
  • Genres: Comedy, Music, TV Movie, Documentary
  • Release Date: 1977-12-07
  • Runtime: 60 minutes
  • Rating: 8.667/10 (3 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: CBS Studios
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.1973
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Bette Midler

Bette Midler

as Self - Host

Dustin Hoffman

Dustin Hoffman

as Self

Emmett Kelly

Emmett Kelly

as Self

Sharon Redd

Sharon Redd

as Self - Harlette

Donald York

Donald York

as Self - Conductor

Merle Miller

Merle Miller

as Self - Harlette

Robin Grean

Robin Grean

as Self - Harlette

Gallery

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Keywords

variety show

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bette Midler: Ol' Red Hair Is Back?â–Ľ

Bette Midler: Ol' Red Hair Is Back is a Comedy, Music, TV Movie, Documentary movie directed by . It was released on 1977-12-07.

Who are the main actors in Bette Midler: Ol' Red Hair Is Back?â–Ľ

The main cast includes Bette Midler, Dustin Hoffman, Emmett Kelly, Sharon Redd, Donald York, .

Where can I watch Bette Midler: Ol' Red Hair Is Back online?â–Ľ

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Bette Midler: Ol' Red Hair Is Back is available.

Is Bette Midler: Ol' Red Hair Is Back based on a true story?â–Ľ

Bette's first major network special.

What is the IMDb rating of Bette Midler: Ol' Red Hair Is Back?â–Ľ

Bette Midler: Ol' Red Hair Is Back has an IMDb rating of 8.667/10 based on 3 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Bette Midler: Ol' Red Hair Is Back?â–Ľ

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Bette Midler: Ol' Red Hair Is Back?â–Ľ

The soundtrack was composed by CBS Studios. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Bette Midler: Ol' Red Hair Is Back filmed?â–Ľ

Bette Midler: Ol' Red Hair Is Back was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Bette Midler: Ol' Red Hair Is Back?â–Ľ

The total runtime of Bette Midler: Ol' Red Hair Is Back is 60 minutes.

Is Bette Midler: Ol' Red Hair Is Back suitable for kids?â–Ľ

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Bette Midler: Ol' Red Hair Is Back?â–Ľ

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Bette Midler: Ol' Red Hair Is Back.

Does Bette Midler: Ol' Red Hair Is Back have a post-credit scene?â–Ľ

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