Tag: 40s
Once Upon A Wintertime (1948)
Step into the nostalgic glow of Once Upon a Wintertime (1948), a whimsical Disney short that blends romance, snowy mischief, and timeless hand-painted animation. Follow a young couple and their woodland friends as they skate, swoon, and survive a winter’s...
Beyond Tomorrow (1940)
The ghosts of three elderly industrialists killed in an airplane crash return to Earth to help reunite a young couple they initially brought together.
So Much for So Little (1949)
An illustration of the role public health agencies play in citizens' lives.
The Mystery of the 13th Guest (1943)
A woman of twenty-one opens her grandfather's will left to her thirteen years earlier, per his instructions. Murder soon follows.
Spooks Run Wild (1941)
The boys are stranded in a small rural town, they hear about a "monster killer" roaming the countryside. At night, they sneak out. Peewee is shot by a grave-digger, and they are forced to seek aid at an old mansion.
Let's Give Gossamer a Hairdo (1946)
When in doubt, give someone a nice hair do, especially when you have to get out of trouble!
The Best of Angela Lansbury (Compilation)
In celebration of her remarkable life, TCM has put together some iconic moments from the illustrious career of Dame Angela Lansbury.
Eleanor Powell Tap Dances With Buttons the Dog in LADY BE GOOD
In preparation for Eleanor Powell's dance routine to the title song in LADY BE GOOD (’41), MGM auditioned several dogs, but none could do the tricks required.
1940s Corn Pudding
Grandma's corn pudding is comfort food at its best! This creamy corn casserole is easy to make with both whole kernel and cream-style corn, resulting in a custardy pudding that will be a welcome addition to your holiday table.
20 Forgotten One-Pot Recipes That Are Too Good to Forget
These 20 forgotten one-pot recipes were once staples in American kitchens — from cozy casseroles and hearty soups to skillet meals that came together fast and fed the whole family.
Spanish Bar Spice Cake
Spanish Bar Cake was a very simple bar shaped raisin spice cake with an unfussy vanilla frosting. The A&P Spanish Bar cake, originally produced by Jane Parker for A&P grocery stores, was introduced in the 1930s. It gained popularity, especially du...
Fred Astaire Introduces the Ladies of the Ziegfeld Follies (1946)
In the opening musical number of the film, Fred Astaire introduces the ladies of the Ziegfeld Follies. These amazing women, such as Lucille Ball, go on to perform a snippet of their incredible performances.
The Life of Teen Idol Bobby Darin
Singer, songwriter and actor Bobby Darin (1936-1973) was a Grammy Award-winner renowned for such pop hits as "Splish Splash," "Mack the Knife," "Dream Lover" and "Beyond the Sea."
The Little Prince
The Little Prince is a novella written and illustrated by French writer and military pilot Antoine de Saint-Exupéry. Published in 1943. The story follows a young prince who visits various planets, including Earth, and addresses themes of loneliness, fri...
Marcel Marceau: The Master of Silence
Marcel Marceau (1923–2007) was a legendary French mime artist, widely regarded as the greatest in the history of pantomime. Born Marcel Mangel in Strasbourg, France, on March 22, 1923, he grew up in a Jewish family during a time of growing turmoil in Euro...