Cary Grant and Barbara Hutton's wedded bliss begins with an adventure upon a lake, and a very starstruck pastor, but it isn't long before the shadows of doubt begin to cast across their happiness, made all the worse by the threat of war, and the spiralling effects of Barbara's vices... If you’ve enjoyed this episode, and would like to aid in its creation, then please consider becoming a patron of the shows! You’ll earn hundreds more hours of bonus content, including ALL complete series’ of The Secret History of Hollywood, as well as bonus documentaries, extra listening, movie commentaries, and ..read more

In 1939, 20th Century Fox teamed Basil Rathbone with Nigel Bruce in their lavish production of The Hound Of The Baskervilles, and Hollywood introduced one of the most enduring detectives to the world of film.  Over the decades interest in Sherlock Holmes wavered and he appeared antiquated to a modern world on the brink on a second world war, until a new plan was instigated - to bring Sherlock Holmes out of the Victorian age, and into the modern world. In Part 3 of The Game Is Afoot, hear the continuing story of Rathbone and Bruce’s tenure in the roles of literature’s most beloved detectiv ..read more

While many may remember Fay Wray most vividly as the girl in the palm of Kong, her story bears testament to the fact that there can sometimes be far more to a lifetime than a single iconic moment… Give your life some extra magic by signing up at Patreon now! You'll get access to the complete Secret History of Hollywood catalogue, including THIN: The Thin Man Story, The Adventures Of Alfred Hitchcock, The Game Is Afoot, Bullets And Blood, and much more... An ALL-NEW Classic Movie Library, designed from scratch - a whole new experience created to allow you to get the best out of Old Hollywood, i ..read more

"In art there is compassion, in compassion there is humanity, with humanity there is generosity and love. Gregory Peck gave us these attributes in full measure. To this day the children of 'Mockingbird' ... call him Atticus." Give your life some extra magic by signing up at Patreon now! You'll get access to the complete Secret History of Hollywood catalogue, including THIN: The Thin Man Story, The Adventures Of Alfred Hitchcock, The Game Is Afoot, Bullets And Blood, and much more... An ALL-NEW Classic Movie Library, designed from scratch - a whole new experience created to allow you to get th ..read more

“Part of being a good reporter” wrote Theo Wilson in 1996 “is to be anonymous, to stay out of the story so that you can better watch and study and listen to the principals. She couldn't do that...” Wilson was writing about his former friend, and one of the most remarkable journalists of the twentieth century, Dorothy Kilgallen. Give your life some extra magic by signing up at Patreon now! You'll get access to the complete Secret History of Hollywood catalogue, including THIN: The Thin Man Story, The Adventures Of Alfred Hitchcock, The Game Is Afoot, Bullets And Blood, and much more... An ALL ..read more

Are you ready to embark on a voyage through Hollywood's fabulous history? If so, then rush on over now to Patreon.com/attaboysecret  Join the exclusive community and gain access to a treasure trove of untold stories, vintage glamour, and behind-the-scenes secrets. Immerse yourself in the magic of Old Hollywood's vault of nostalgia, bringing you closer to the stars and the fascinating tales that shaped an era.  By becoming a valued member, you'll not only support the preservation of cinematic history but also unlock a world of exclusive perks, including early access to new shows, revi ..read more

Are you ready to embark on a captivating journey through the golden age of Hollywood? Look no further than Patreon.com/attaboysecret  Join the exclusive community and gain access to a treasure trove of untold stories, vintage glamour, and behind-the-scenes secrets. Immerse yourself in the magic of Old Hollywood's vault of nostalgia, bringing you closer to the stars and the fascinating tales that shaped an era.  By becoming a valued member, you'll not only support the preservation of cinematic history but also unlock a world of exclusive perks, including early access to new shows (the ..read more

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The Secret History of Hollywood is far larger than you may realise. Experience every moment of drama now! TWELVE series are waiting for you right now, including the all-new experience... THIN: The Thin Man Story Hitchcock, Audrey, The Warner Brothers, Universal Horror, a murder mystery, Holmes & Watson, Cary Grant, Val Lewton, and so much more... A weekly Film Club invitation, movie commentaries, eBooks, appendix documentaries that run alongside the larger episodes, a private podcast feed, SMALL TALES (a monthly anthology of yesteryear's weird fiction), review shows, and access to a Classi ..read more

James Cagney is in exile. The lives of Harry Warner's children have been threatened. Jack Warner's megalomania is spiralling dangerously out of control. Life in general is about to change forever, as Adolf Hitler begins his horrifying assault on humanity. But the greatest threat to the Warner family's empire will come from within... The final instalment in the 'Bullets And Blood' series. To become a Co-Producer of this show, and earn access to hundreds more hours of Hollywood storytelling, sign up now at https://www.patreon.com/attaboysecret Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm ..read more