Great Web sites devoted to favorite male movie stars of the classic movies era, from R-S.
The Sublime Claude Rains
Here's Meredy's tribute to the classy actor who seemed always to be so perfectly cast in films like Casablanca, Now, Voyager, and Here Comes Mr. Jordan, though he never won an Oscar.
Basil Rathone, Master of Stage and Screen
Basil Rathbone was best known for playing Sherlock Holmes in films of the 30s and 40s, but in addition to many other films, he also appeared on stage, on the radio, and in recordings. This site by Marcia Jessen covers it all and then some.
A Tribute to Jason Robards
He was an actor's actor, known for his strong supporting performances on film, TV, and the stage. He was taken by cancer on Dec. 26, 2000.
A Tribute to Edward G. Robinson
He was a Romanian Jew with an English-sounding name who gained fame by creating the prototypical Italian gangster. He was also the best actor who never won an Oscar.
A Tribute to Roy Rogers
A salute to "The King of the Cowboys," who rode into the sunset for the last time in 1998.
The Official Roy Rogers/Dale Evans Web Site
Start with these Quick Time videos of some RR Productions, then look around the Roy Rogers Museum, take a trip down Memory Lane, and take a look at some nifty publicity photos.
The Will Rogers Home Page
This attractive site, sponsored by Southwestern Bell, has everything you ever wanted to know about Will Rogers... except his filmography. For that, you'll need to visit the Internet Movie Database page.
The Cesar Romero Tribute Page
Perhaps best known to today's audience as The Joker on the Batman TV show of the 60s, or as the mobster who foiled the heist on the original Ocean's Eleven, Romero had a long and distinguished film career lasting for 60 years, and was also known as a great dancer.
A Tribute to Mickey Rooney
A Classic Movies tribute to Mickey Rooney, the classic star who began entertaining at the age of 18 months and is still active well into his 80s.
The Robert Ryan Homepage
Ginger has collected lots of good information, with the encouragement of Robert's daughter Lisa.
Robert Ryan Tribute
Ulrike Hillebrand's site features a biography, filmography, and screen shots, as well as an interesting linear "Journey Into Ryan" tour through his career in words and pictures.
A Tribute to George C. Scott
A salute to the star of Patton, who died in 1999 at the age of 71.
A Tribute to Peter Sellers
On what would have been his 80th birthday, we remembered the troubled comedian who left us too soon but gave us so many great characters into which he had the ability to completely immerse himself.
Inspector Clouseau
A tribute to Peter Sellers' portrayals in the Pink Panther films. Special features include screeen captures, real video clips, and a guide to how to talk like the Inspector.
A Tribute to Frank Sinatra
Not only was he one of the greatest popular singers ever, but Frank Sinatra, the Chairman of the Board, was also an underrated actor, who had an ability to get it right on the first take, and to convince audiences that he was that guy on the screen, even though they knew him as a singer first.
Red Skelton's Official Web Site
Red Skelton was known mostly for his radio and TV performances, but he also appeared in over 50 motion pictures, and received a Life Achievement Award from the Screen Actors Guild. His official site includes an extensive history and a link to Red Skelton Clowns, Videos, and Collectibles.
A Tribute to Rod Steiger
Rod Steiger has left us at the age of 77. The tough-minded Method actor had been working recently, appearing in 4 films released in 2001, adding to his total of over 120. With all those movies, he was never accused of sleep-walking through a role.
A Tribute to Jimmy Stewart
The reason is complicated, but darn it, Mary, this site has not had a full-length tribute to Jimmy Stewart... until now. Here's a salute to everybody's favorite Everyman.
So Long, Jimmy
Another wonderful interview by our Special Correspondent, A.J. Flick -- this time with some good friends of Jimmy Stewart's, who talk about his life and work.
Official Dean Stockwell Appreciation Society
Did you know that members of the Stockwell Appreciation Society call themselves Sassies? I didn't until I visited this information-filled site by a very enthusiastic fan of the former child actor whose career just keeps going on and on.
The Dean Stockwell Photo Album
An extensive photographic tribute (plus a biography which is being completed) to the actor who began as a child star in the 40s, won awards for his adult roles in Compulsion (1959) and Long Day's Journey Into Night (1962), and has most recently found a home on TV.
