Highest rated as cast or director
Bob Hope's 5 titles from the 1940s have a median Balasaur Score of 74, led by Road to Utopia (77) and The Ghost Breakers (74), against 66 for those from the 1950s.
Biography
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. Hope was born in the Eltham district of southeast London. He arrived in the United States with his family at the age of four, and grew up near Cleveland, Ohio. After a brief stint in the late 1910s as a boxer, Hope began his career in show business in the early 1920s, initially as a comedian and dancer on the vaudeville circuit, before acting on Broadway. Hope began appearing on radio and in films starting in 1934. He was praised for his comedic timing, specializing in one-liners and rapid-fire delivery of jokes that were often self-deprecating. He helped establish modern American stand-up comedy. Between 1941 and 1991, Hope made 57 tours for the United Service Organizations (USO), entertaining active duty U.S. military personnel around the world. In 1997, the United States Congress passed a bill that made Hope an honorary veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces. Hope appeared in numerous television specials for NBC during his career and was one of the first users of cue cards. Hope retired from public life in 1998 and died on July 27, 2003, at the age of 100.
Acted in 97
2020s
- 2025
2010s
- 2018
- 2017
Mansfield 66/67
Movie
2000s
- 2006
The Best of Carson, Volume 1
Movie
- 2005
Pioneers of Primetime
Movie
1990s
- 1999
Hidden Hollywood II: More Treasures from the 20th Century Fox Vaults
(archive footage)
- 1994
That's Entertainment! III
(archive footage) (uncredited)
Shanks for the Memory
Movie
That Little Monster
Bob Hope / Bob (uncredited)
- 1990
Dors: The Other Diana
Movie
1980s
- 1989
- 1985
- 1984
1970s
- 1979
- 1976
Bob Hope's Comedy Christmas Special
Movie
- 1972
Cancel My Reservation
Dan Bartlett
1960s
- 1969
How to Commit Marriage
Frank Benson
- 1968
The Private Navy of Sgt. O'Farrell
Sgt. Dan O'Farrell
- 1967
The Danny Thomas Hour
Makeup Man · 1 episode
Eight on the Lam
Henry Dimsdale
- 1966
The Pruitts of Southampton
Library Patron · 1 episode
- 1965
The Jack Benny Hour
Bob Hope / Marcello
- 1964
The Lucille Ball Comedy Hour
Bill Blakely
A Global Affair
Frank Larrimore
- 1963
The Sound of Laughter
Bing Fawcett - Plumber
Call Me Bwana
Matt
Critic's Choice
Parker Ballantine
- 1962
The Road to Hong Kong
Chester Babcock
- 1961
Bachelor in Paradise
Adam J. Niles
- 1960
1950s
- 1959
Some of Manie's Friends
Movie
- 1958
Paris Holiday
Robert Leslie Hunter
- 1957
Beau James
Mayor James J. 'Jimmy' Walker
- 1956
The Iron Petticoat
Captain Chuck Lockwood
That Certain Feeling
Francis X. Dignan
The Awful Truth
Jerry Warner
Showdown at Ulcer Gulch
Influential Man
- 1955
The Seven Little Foys
Eddie Foy
- 1954
Casanova's Big Night
Pippo Popolino
- 1953
Here Come the Girls
Stanley Snodgrass
Scared Stiff
Skeleton (uncredited)
- 1952
Off Limits
Wally Hogan
- 1951
My Favorite Spy
Peanuts White / Eric Augustine
The Lemon Drop Kid
Sidney Melbourne (The Lemon Drop Kid)
- 1950
1940s
- 1949
The Great Lover
Freddie Hunter
Sorrowful Jones
Humphrey "Sorrowful" Jones
- 1948
- 1947
Road to Rio
Hot Lips Barton
Where There's Life
Michael Joseph Valentine
Variety Girl
Bob Hope
- 1946
Monsieur Beaucaire
Monsieur Beaucaire
- 1945
Hollywood Victory Caravan
Bob Hope
- 1944
- 1943
Let's Face It
Jerry Walker
- 1942
Road to Morocco
Orville Jackson
Bob's Busy Day
Bob
My Favorite Blonde
Larry Haines
Star Spangled Rhythm
Bob Hope
- 1941
Louisiana Purchase
Jim Taylor
Nothing but the Truth
Steve Bennett
Caught in the Draft
Don Bolton
Road to Zanzibar
Fearless
- 1940
Road to Singapore
Ace Lannigan
1930s
- 1939
Some Like It Hot
Nicky Nelson
Never Say Die
John Kidley
- 1938
Thanks for the Memory
Steve Merrick
Give Me a Sailor
Jim Brewster
College Swing
Bud Brady
The Big Broadcast of 1938
Buzz Fielding
- 1936
Calling All Tars
Bobby
- 1935
Double Exposure
Photographer / Robert
The Old Grey Mayor
Bob
- 1934
Soup for Nuts
Master of Ceremonies
Going Spanish
Bob
Produced 9
1990s
- 1992
Bob Hope's Four-Star Christmas Fiesta from San Antonio
Executive Producer
- 1991
Bob Hope's Christmas Cheer from Saudi Arabia
Executive Producer
1980s
- 1988
Bob Hope's Jolly Christmas Show
Executive Producer
1970s
- 1976
- 1972
Cancel My Reservation
Executive Producer
1960s
- 1965
Bob Hope Christmas Show
Associate Producer
1950s
- 1959
- 1958
Paris Holiday
Producer
1940s
- 1947
Wrote 2
1950s
- 1958
Paris Holiday
Story
1940s
- 1947
Appearances151
2020s
- 2025
Miles, Morale and Memories: Bob Hope and WWII
Self - Host (archive footage)
- 2022
Rat Pack
Self (archive footage)
- 2021
2010s
- 2017
This Is Bob Hope...
Self (archive footage)
- 2016
Bob Hope: Entertaining the Troops
Self
- 2015
Jayne Mansfield: The Tragedy of a Blonde
Self (archive footage)
- 2014
- 2010
Bing Crosby: The Television Specials Volume 2 – The Christmas Specials
Self
Dalí & Disney: A Date with Destino
Self (archive footage)
The Best of Johnny Carson
Self (archive footage)
2000s
- 2009
1939: Hollywood's Greatest Year
Self (archive footage)
- 2008
Johnny Carson Celebrates Christmas
Self
- 2006
Frankie Laine: An American Dreamer
Self (archive footage)
- 2004
Elf: Christmas in Tinseltown
Self (archive)
Judy Garland: By Myself
Self (archive footage)
- 2003
Christmas from Hollywood
Self (archive footage)
Biography: Bob Hope: America's Entertainer
Self
- 2002
Edith Head: The Paramount Years
Self (archive footage)
Bob Hope and the Road to Success
Self (archive footage)
- 2001
The Best of Bob Hope: 50 Years of Laughter — Volume 1
Self (archive footage)
The Best of Bob Hope: 50 Years of Laughter — Volume 2
Self (archive footage)
- 2000
Hollywood Musicals of the 40's
Self (archive footage)
Buñuel in Hollywood
Self (archive footage)
1990s
- 1998
The Best of the Dean Martin Celebrity Roasts
Self - Roastee (archive footage)
- 1997
The Silver Screen: Color Me Lavender
Self (archive footage)
- 1995
The First 100 Years: A Celebration of American Movies
Self (archive footage)
- 1994
A Century of Cinema
Self
- 1993
- 1992
Bob Hope's Four-Star Christmas Fiesta from San Antonio
Self
- 1991
Bob Hope's Christmas Cheer from Saudi Arabia
Self
- 1990
You're the Top: The Cole Porter Story
Self
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz: 50 Years of Magic
Self (archive footage)
Sammy Davis, Jr. 60th Anniversary Celebration
Self
1980s
- 1989
Miss Piggy's Hollywood
Self
Bob Hope's Super Bowl Party!
Self
- 1988
Bob Hope's Jolly Christmas Show
Self
The Making of a Legend: Gone with the Wind
Self (archive footage)
Irving Berlin's 100th Birthday Celebration
Self
Happy Birthday, Bob: 50 Stars Salute Your 50 Years with NBC
Self
- 1987
Happy 100th Birthday, Hollywood
Self
- 1986
Kraft Salutes the George Burns 90th Birthday Special
Self
Classic Comedy Teams
Self (archive footage)
- 1985
- 1984
The Stars Salute the U.S. Olympic Team
Self
- 1983
George Burns Celebrates 80 Years in Show Business
Self
James Bond: The First 21 Years
Self
Happy Birthday, Bob!
Self
Hollywood Out-takes and Rare Footage
Self (archive footage) (uncredited)
- 1982
Showbiz Goes to War
Self (archive footage)
Let Poland Be Poland
Self
- 1981
The George Burns (Early) Early, Early Christmas Special
Himself
A Love Letter to Jack Benny
Himself
- 1980
Barbara Mandrell and the Mandrell Sisters
Self · 1 episode
A Tribute to Dr. Shock
Self (archive footage)
Lucy Moves to NBC
Self
1970s
- 1979
The Hollywood Clowns
Self (archive footage)
- 1978
Steve Martin: A Wild and Crazy Guy
Self
Mickey's 50
Self
Pat Boone and Family: A Thanksgiving Special
Self
NBC Salutes the 25th Anniversary of the Wonderful World of Disney
Self
- 1977
The George Burns One-Man Show
Self
Ann-Margret: Rhinestone Cowgirl
Self
The Shirley MacLaine Special: Where Do We Go from Here?
Self
- 1976
CBS Salutes Lucy: The First 25 Years
Self
NBC: The First Fifty Years
Self
Bob Hope's Bicentennial Star-Spangled Spectacular
Self
- 1975
Brother, Can You Spare a Dime?
Self (archive footage)
Mitzi & 100 Guys
Self
- 1974
The 1974 Annual Las Vegas Entertainment Awards
Self - Host
- 1973
Ann-Margret: When You're Smiling
Self
The Bob Hope Mardi Gras Special
Self - Host
- 1972
Hollywood: The Dream Factory
Self (archive footage)
- 1971
The Grand Opening of Walt Disney World
Self
The Bob Hope Christmas Special
Self
- 1970
Honor America Day
Self
Swing Out, Sweet Land
Self
1960s
- 1969
The Barbara McNair Show
Self · 1 episode
- 1968
The Dean Martin Christmas Show
Self
Carnival Nights
Self
The Bob Hope Christmas Special: Around the World with the USO
Self
Rowan & Martin at the Movies
Self
- 1967
- 1966
Not With My Wife, You Don't!
Self - USO Christmas Show (archive footage) (uncredited)
- 1965
Bob Hope Christmas Show
Self
- 1964
- 1963
A Bob Hope Comedy Special
Self
- 1962
- 1961
The Bing Crosby Show
Self
The DuPont Show of the Week
Self · 1 episode
Project XX: The Story of Will Rogers
Self - Narrator
- 1960
Hedda Hopper's Hollywood
Self
1950s
- 1958
The All-Star Christmas Show
Self
- 1957
Frank Sinatra Show
Self · 1 episode
- 1956
The Bob Hope Chevy Show
Himself/Ricky Ricardo
Lucy's Really Lost Moments
Self
- 1955
The Chevy Show
Self · 1 episode
Playing Fields Association: Cricket
Self
- 1954
Project XX
Narrator · 1 episode
- 1953
- 1950
You Can Change The World
Self
1940s
- 1948
- 1945
The All-Star Bond Rally
Self - Host
- 1944
Memo for Joe
Self
- 1943
Show-Business at War
Self
Strictly G.I.
Self - Master of Ceremonies
A Welcome to Britain
Self (uncredited)
- 1942
Hedda Hopper's Hollywood No. 4
Self
- 1940
Cavalcade of the Academy Awards
Self - Master of Ceremonies
