Steve Landesberg
Biography: Steve Landesberg was born on November 23, 1936 in New York City, New York, USA. He was an actor and writer, known for Barney Miller (1974), Forgetting Sarah Marshall (2008) and Head Case (2007). He was married to Nancy Ross. He died on December 20, 2010 in Los Angeles, California, USA.
Place of Birth: Not available
Birthday: November 23, 1936
Deathday: December 20, 2010
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The Crazysitter
1994-12-31
The Crazysitter
Overview: When a petty criminal escapes from jail, she lays low by posing as a babysitter for two semmingly precious children. But when she decides to sell them for a quick profit, she gets more than she bargained for. A wildy clever family comedy in the tradition of "Home Alone" and "Mrs. Doubtfire".
Genres: Comedy Family
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1994-12-31
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How to Survive the '70s and Maybe Even Bump Into Happiness
1978-02-22
How to Survive the '70s and Maybe Even Bump Into Happiness
Overview: A 1978 special starring Mary Tyler Moore, Harvey Korman, and John Ritter. Dick Van Dyke guest stars.
Genres: Music
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1978-02-22
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Forgetting Sarah Marshall
2008-04-17
Forgetting Sarah Marshall
Overview: When actress Sarah Marshall dumps aspiring musician Peter Bretter for rock star Aldous Snow, Peter's world comes crashing down. His best friend Brian suggests that Peter should get away from everything and to fly off to Hawaii to escape all his problems. After arriving in Hawaii and meeting the beautiful receptionist Rachel Jansen, Peter is shocked to see not only Aldous in Hawaii, but also Sarah.
Genres: Comedy Romance Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2008-04-17
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Mission of the Shark: The Saga of the U.S.S. Indianapolis
1991-09-29
Mission of the Shark: The Saga of the U.S.S. Indianapolis
Overview: True story of the sinking of the U.S.S. Indianapolis, its crew's struggle to survive the sharks and exposure, and the captain's scape-goat court-martial.
Genres: TV Movie War Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1991-09-29
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Black Bart
1975-01-01
Black Bart
Overview: A television series titled Black Bart was produced for CBS based on Andrew Bergman's original story for Blazing Saddles (Black Bart was the movie's original title). It featured Lou Gossett, Jr. as Bart and Steve Landesberg as his drunkard sidekick, a former Confederate officer named "Reb Jordan". The Humour was much more toned down than it's feature film predecessor Other cast members included Millie Slavin and Noble Willingham. Bergman is listed as the sole creator. CBS aired the pilot once on April 4, 1975 as a CBS Special Presentation. The pilot featured guest appearances by Gerrit Graham and Brooke Adams and was written by Michael Elias and Rich Eustis. Elias and Eutis later created and executive produced the ABC sitcom Head of the Class (1986-1991).
Genres: Western Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1975-01-01
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You Don't Know Jack: The Jack Soo Story
2009-03-15
You Don't Know Jack: The Jack Soo Story
Overview: The film tells actor Jack Soo's story through a montage of film and television clips, rare footage, interviews with family members, friends, co-workers, and others who knew him best. From his early appearances on programs such as The Jack Benny Show and Valentines' Day, Soo's life is examined both in the historical context of the times, and the grandeur of an earlier Hollywood where stars like Soo succeeded in a multitude of artistic mediums, reminiscent of vaudevillian times. From Soo's early training as an announcer and stand-up comic, to his singing, acting and dancing career on Broadway, culminating with his signature role as Detective Nick Yemana, Soo's unique talent and dedication to his craft are fully explored and captured through a dazzling kaleidoscope of images, music, montages, interviews and stories.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2009-03-15
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Little Miss Millions
1993-11-27
Little Miss Millions
Overview: Private detective Nick is hired to bring back Heather, who ran away from her stepmother to find her real mother.
Genres: Family Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1993-11-27
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Gas
2004-01-01
Gas
Overview: Upon returning to Los Angeles to attend his father's funeral, Damon (Alexander) soon learns that in order to claim his share of the family inheritance he must work alongside his brother, Mookie (Kain) — a former drug-dealer who had previously cost Damon a college scholarship — in keeping the family's long-running gas station in business for at least one year. As the siblings repeatedly butt heads over matters both great and small, they soon come to realize that it takes more than money to hold a family together.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2004-01-01
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Sodbusters
1994-01-01
Sodbusters
Overview: A group of homesteaders in 1875 are harassed by an evil, land-grabbing, gunslinging cattleman until a stranger with a mysterious past comes to their aid.
Genres: Comedy Western
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1994-01-01
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Leader of the Band
1987-08-07
Leader of the Band
Overview: Eddie is a down-on-his-luck bar pianist who has just been fired from another job. Desperate for work, he finds a school looking for a leader for its hopelessly incompetent marching band. Somehow, Eddie has to whip these kids into shape in time for the big band competition. Can he get them to march without tripping over their own feet, let alone win the contest?
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1987-08-07
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Wild Hogs
2007-03-02
Wild Hogs
Overview: Restless and ready for an adventure, four suburban bikers leave the safety of their subdivision and head out on the open road. But complications ensue when they cross paths with an intimidating band of New Mexico bikers known as the Del Fuegos.
Genres: Action Adventure Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2007-03-02
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Puppet
1999-12-31
Puppet
Overview: Lori Myers has no idea of the terrifying danger she attracts after accepting a gift from her husband Rick to celebrate their marriage. For the beautifully hand-crafted Russian puppet he buys in suburban New York contains a fortune in smuggled jewels from the fabled collection of the last Czar. Unknown to Rick, the Brighton Beach antique store is really a front for the deadly activities of the Russian Mafia. And Uilanov, their sadistic mob leader, wants the priceless treasure back in his possession at all costs. As sinister henchmen track down all recent newlyweds in the area and embark on a bloody killing spree, the couple enter their own private hell when dark secrets erupt from the forgotten mists of Lori's childhood. But fighting her personal demons is just one of the many menacing hazards Lori faces on a perilous journey packed with seat-edged suspense and shocking surprise.
Genres: Action Crime Thriller
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1999-12-31
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