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Old movies are timeless. (re)Discover classic movies and hidden gems from the early days of cinema through the golden age of Hollywood.

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Doris Day's white dress and all her outfits in 'Pillow Talk' (1959)

Doris Day's fashion and glamour were showcased in 1959's hit romantic comedy movie "Pillow Talk" with Rock Hudson. From the white evening dress with low-cut back to the red coat and leopard print hat, from the emerald green cape and dress to the perfect buttery yellow morning robe -- Doris Day wore all her Technicolor outfits in "Pillow Talk" with confidence and charisma! Here's a video with every…

10 silent films to watch, 100 years later (1926 edition)

If you need inspiration of what to watch next or just want to check out some timeless screen gems (or both), the year 1926 was a good one for movies. A century of time doesn't diminish the entertainment! Take a look at a few 1926 silent movies across the action-adventure, romance, comedy and drama genres from 100 years ago: See historical content sensitivity warning below | Watch more classic…

10 silent films to watch, 100 years later (1925 edition)

If you need inspiration of what to watch next or just want to check out some timeless screen gems (or both), the year 1925 was a good one for movies. A century of time doesn't diminish the entertainment! Take a look at a few 1925 silent movies across different genres from 100 years ago: See historical content sensitivity warning below | Watch more classic movies on YouTube ‘The Big Parade’…

6 Amazon Prime Day deals for classic movie fans -- 2025

Calling all classic movie fans! Check out these books this week during Amazon's Prime Day sale in July 2025 or if you need to top off your cart. From Old Hollywood trivia to a beginner's guide for newbies, and from Harold Lloyd to "It's a Wonderful Life," Reel Old Movies has a range of books for classic film fans. Here's a quick round-up of books from Reel Old Movies: Beginner's Guide to Classic…

Silent film rescue: Help preserve 2 movies for the public

👋 Hello, classic movie fans! Help me save some silent movies!

Best, first, most: Academy Award classic movie trivia

The 2025 Academy Awards are Sunday, March 2, but the first decades of Oscar honors were fertile ground for history-making movies. Take a look at a few of the best, some of the firsts and a couple of the mosts when it comes to the Academy Awards' golden statuette and the Golden Age of Hollywood. The first best picture nominees The first Academy Awards took place in 1929, honoring movies made from…

17 gift ideas for classic movie fans

Whether it’s Christmas stocking stuffers, hostess gifts or holiday presents for family and friends, below are a few holiday gift ideas for the classic film fans in your life. And perhaps for yourself as well. Here are ideas for books, puzzles, decor/home and movie streaming and experiences:

Book now available: Comedy star Marie Dressler's autobiography

Now available — "Marie Dressler — The Life Story of an Ugly Duckling: A reissue of the comedian's 1924 autobiography" — order your paperback copy at Amazon Written at a turning point in her career, Marie Dressler’s autobiography offers an inside look at a woman navigating life and work that resonates today. Her life is one of constant evolution, reinvention, acceptance, hard work – and, of course,…

5 silent films to watch, 100 years later (2024)

Good art can be appreciate long after its creation, and movies are no exception. The year 1924 was a banner year for movie-making, and a century of time doesn't diminish some of the entertainment on screen. Take a look at a few 1924 silent movies across different genres from 100 years ago:

Book now available: Silent comedy icon Harold Lloyd's autobiography

New book available: "An American Comedy — Harold Lloyd's Autobiography: A reissue of the original 1928 edition" — order your paperback copy at Amazon Perhaps no other comedian has ever been so of his time as Harold Lloyd. The silent comedy star of such hits as “Safety Last!” “Why Worry?” “Grandma’s Boy” and “The Freshman” both reflected the 1920s youthful and optimistic spirit of the era as well…