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Jun 1

Hooray for Hollywood! This June, join us for Summer Camp as we explore the evolution of camp films, delve into the magic of Hollywood Land, celebrate Star of the Month Katharine Hepburn, spotlight LGBTQ icons and films, and more. 🎶 “Ain’t Killed Me Yet” by

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"I know some people don't love ABBA, I am not one of them." ––

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breaks down one of the most anticipated performances in ABBA: THE MOVIE ('77) with their timeless hit "Dancing Queen." See the film today as we dance into this Saturday's Musical Matinee. 🕺

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Famous for the dazzling leaps it made with three-strip Technicolor, THE GANG'S ALL HERE is a lush extravaganza featuring Carmen Miranda's unforgettable number "The Lady in the Tutti-Frutti Hat." See it tonight at 9:30pm ET as part of our theme, Summer Camp.

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TCM is headed to Summer Camp! Every Friday night, join us for a block of delightful camp classics that are outrageous and over the top, with elements and characters that are flamboyant and fabulous. We kick things off tonight at 8pm ET with SHE DONE HIM WRONG ('33).

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Jun 1

Star of the Month Katharine Hepburn and Cary Grant sparked comedy magic in their four collaborations. Our YouTube series Film 101 takes a closer look at this legendary duo: youtube.com/watch?v=GuiJJM

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BRINGING UP BABY was one of four films Star of the Month Katharine Hepburn and Cary Grant made together. It has inspired several contemporary films about free-spirited women liberating pompous young men including SOMETHING WILD and WHO'S THAT GIRL?

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🎬 Attention film noir fans: this sweepstakes is for you! 🎬 We’re partnering with

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“I was just lucky! How the hell can you call it anything else?” Thursdays this month, join us as we celebrate Star of the Month Katharine Hepburn. It kicks off tonight at 8pm ET with BRINGING UP BABY ('38).

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May 31

Star of the Month William Powell brings his signature elegance and gravitas to the role of aging millionaire J.D. Hanley in HOW TO MARRY A MILLIONAIRE, one of his final onscreen appearances. See it tonight at 9:30pm ET as we conclude our salute to Powell's work.

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Danny Huston and

visited the Warner Brothers Archives and found the real cinematic treasures used to bring THE TREASURE OF SIERRA MADRE to the big screen and so much more. Take a look at their tour here: tinyurl.com/ba9kppne

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May 31

William Powell was a bit of an odd choice to play a bumbling politician in THE SENATOR IS INDISCREET, but with the help of makeup and a wig, his transformation convinced audiences in this box office hit. See it tonight at 8pm ET as we conclude our Star of the Month salute.

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this month discussing THE CELLULOID CLOSET, THE CHILDREN’S HOUR, and ROPE. A total blast. Start nervously gulping like Farley Granger now.

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May 30

TCM x @louisvirtel x @davekarger x THE CELLULOID CLOSET? Yes, please. (6/26) tcm.com/articles/Progr

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May 29

Filmed during WWII and released in January of 1945, OBJECTIVE, BURMA! blends exciting action scenes with an increasing sadness over the human toll of war. It is loosely based on the special operations unit known as Merrill’s Marauders

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Well before THE DIRTY DOZEN ('67), Lee Marvin served in WWII and was wounded in combat, earning The Purple Heart Medal. During the making of the film, he provided technical assistance with uniforms and weapons to create more realistic portrayals of combat.

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May 29

Our Memorial Day marathon continues this morning with OPERATION CROSSBOW ('65) at 6am ET.

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HELL TO ETERNITY ('60) tells the story of Guy Gabaldon, a marine who peacefully captured 1,500 enemy soldiers by negotiating in Japanese during WWII. Gabaldon, seen here next to Jeffrey Hunter who plays him in the film, was so moved by his performance, he named his son after him.

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In honor of the #Succession finale tonight, here's actor Bryan Cox's casting of his character Logan Roy if he could pick any star from the Golden Age of Hollywood. Who would you pick?

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John Hodiak was unable to serve during WWII due to his hypertension, and was called on by his studio MGM to fill in for bigger stars who had gone off to war. BATTLE ZONE ('52) takes place during the Korean War with Hodiak starring as a Marine combat photographer.

Our Memorial Day marathon continues this morning with THE RACK ('56).

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THE STEEL HELMET ('51) emanates the unique toughness and vividness that marks the best work of its director, the actual combat veteran Samuel Fuller. Drawing on his experiences, it shows the grittiness of the Korean War and tackles racial issues through its diverse cast.

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John Garfield was unable to serve in WWII due to a heart condition. Still wanting to support the war effort, he co-founded the Hollywood Canteen with Bette Davis. More than 3 million servicemen and women came through its doors, and they were entertained by film's biggest stars.

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Director John Ford is credited as “John Ford, Captain U.S.N.R." for THEY WERE EXPENDABLE ('45) as he had served in the Field Photographic Branch of the OSS during WWII and directed some famous war documentaries.

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Our Memorial Day marathon continues with DON'T GO NEAR THE WATER ('57).

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Memorial Day Weekend | 23 Films TCM’s 2023 Memorial Day marathon has a type of war movie for everyone. In addition to examples of what “war movie” usually brings to mind—a traditional combat drama...

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Learn more about our programming here:

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MEMORIAL DAY MARATHON

TCM remembers those who lost their lives serving our country with a slate of films covering conflicts ranging from the Civil War to Vietnam. Join us for our annual Memorial Day marathon beginning tonight at 8pm ET with A WALK IN THE SUN ('45).

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On a particularly scorching day, stick your undies in the icebox. 😎 From THE SEVEN YEAR ITCH to A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE, we're looking at films where the sweltering heat is a character all its own as we close out our spotlight Weather in the Movies tonight at 8pm ET.

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Prepare to be swept off your feet as the iconic Marilyn Monroe takes the stage in 'The Seven Year Itch' (1955). Uncork a bottle of your favorite wine and indulge in the timeless classic tonight at 8pm EST on

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May 25

The screwball comedy, LOVE CRAZY, is Star of the Month William Powell and Myrna Loy at their silliest. Well received by critics, it marked the 10th of 14 films the duo made. "I never enjoyed my work more than when I worked with William Powell," Loy said.

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May 24

THE HOODLUM SAINT paired MGM veteran William Powell with up-and-coming stars Esther Williams and Angela Lansbury. This costume drama was reportedly based on Dempster McMurphy, a Chicago businessman in the 1920s and ’30s who started a Saint Dismas charity.

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May 24

LIFE WITH FATHER provided Star of the Month William Powell with a high point of his career, and placed well on Variety's list of all-time high-grossing films. See it tonight at 8pm ET.

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May 23

Actress and singer Ann-Margret recalls her first impressions of working with Elvis Presley in VIVA LAS VEGAS ('64) as she introduces the film tonight with

. See the full conversation as we spend the evening with Ann-Margret, starting at 8pm ET.

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Join us tonight as Ann-Margret introduces the film with

, it all starts at 8pm ET.

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Ann-Margret was one of the few female costars of Elvis Presley who received top billing for one of his films with VIVA LAS VEGAS ('64). Given her star power following BYE BYE BIRDIE ('63), some theaters even billed her above Presley on the marquee.

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The original DIY creator, Charlie Chaplin directed, wrote, edited, composed for and starred in CITY LIGHTS (’31). You can see all your favorite classics and discover new ones now streaming on Max. #TheOnetoWatch

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Tonight the legendary Ann-Margret joins us as our Guest Programmer to introduce a handful of her films and some treasured memories from behind the scenes with

. It all starts with ONCE A THIEF ('65) at 8pm ET.

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THIS WAS WONDERFUL! Airing tomorrow night—May 23—on

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Ann-Margret shares her experience behind the scenes on ONCE A THIEF ('65) from working with Alain Delon, to her unique encounters with Jack Palance. See the full conversation tomorrow night with @EddieMuller as Ann-Margret joins us as Guest Programmer at 8pm ET.

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May 23

In order to not have Paul Newman's eyes wash out photographically in HUD ('63), James Wong Howe lit Newman a bit higher than the other actors to keep the light out of his eyes.

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May 22

Ann-Margret shares her experience behind the scenes on ONCE A THIEF ('65) from working with Alain Delon, to her unique encounters with Jack Palance. See the full conversation tomorrow night with

as Ann-Margret joins us as Guest Programmer at 8pm ET.

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May 22

HUD is considered by many to be the pinnacle of James Wong Howe's career. Howe filtered out the empty skies to help evoke the protagonist's sense of isolation and despair. He won his second Oscar for his work on the film. See it tonight at 10:15pm ET.

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