Dear Mr. Gable (1968)

Dear Mr. Gable

1968

Documentary

Synopsis

Burgess Meredith narrates this insightful MGM-produced documentary about the life and career of Hollywood legend Clark Gable, from his childhood in Ohio, to his star status in Hollywood, and to his romantic life off-screen, including his marriage to Carole Lombard. The film incorporates classic film footage of Gable with interviews of people from his past, including an old classmate from his school days, a former sweetheart, and his press agent. Another treat is the rare home movie footage of Gable and Lombard on a camping trip.

Credits

Cast

Burgess Meredith as Narrator

Carole Lombard as (archive footage)

Clark Gable as (archive footage)

Frank Capra as Self

Crew

Irwin Rosten (Executive Producer)

Nicolas Noxon (Producer)

Nicolas Noxon (Writer)