W.C. Fields and Me
In 1920s New York City, W. C. Fields is a successful headlining entertainer, but when his girlfriend leaves him and his broker loses his money, Fields begins anew in California. Working at a wax museum, Fields eventually lands a film role that ascends him to stardom. Back in the limelight and palling around with John Barrymore and the like, Fields meets an aspiring actress Carlotta Monti at a party, with whom he forms a rocky relationship.
Top Billed Cast
Rod Steiger
W. C. Fields
Valerie Perrine
Carlotta Monti
John Marley
Harry Bannerman, Studio Head
Jack Cassidy
John Barrymore
Bernadette Peters
Melody
Featured Crew
Arthur Hiller
Director
Bob Merrill
Screenplay
Bill Jobe
Costume Design
Edith Head
Costume Design
Henry Mancini
Original Music Composer
Connie Nichols
Hairstylist
Albert Whitlock
Special Effects Technician
Carlotta Monti
Book
Jay Weston
Producer
Earl C. Williman
Lighting Technician
Wayne Fitzgerald
Title Designer
Cy Rice
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