Olivia Newton-John: Hollywood Nights (1980)
Olivia Newton-John's music is showcased in a 1-hour television special.
In this variety special, Olivia shares the evening with Andy Gibb, Elton John, Ted Knight, Gene Kelly and Toni Tennille. The special included songs from Grease and the Totally Hot album as well as some other artists' covers : the Eagles, Bob Seger, Elton John and Buddy Holly. Olivia also performed a parody of the jazz/blues classic Makin' Whoopee with Gene Kelly, changing the lyrics to Makin' Movies and dealing with Olivia's dream of producing a musical. The show was aired internationally and did very well in the ratings, as did her two previous US television specials on the same network. It is to be noted that Tina Turner's appearance on Olivia's special helped her sign a contract with then Olivia's manager Roger Davies, who ultimately helped her to go back into the spotlight.
Cast
- Olivia Newton-John - Self
- Gene Kelly - Self
- Andy Gibb - Self
- Elton John - Self
- Tina Turner - Self
- Karen Carpenter - Self
- Dick Clark - Self
- Chantal Contouri - Self
- Ted Knight - Self
- Cliff Richard - Self
Screenplay
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Olivia Newton-John: Hollywood Nights about?
- In this variety special, Olivia shares the evening with Andy Gibb, Elton John, Ted Knight, Gene Kelly and Toni Tennille. The special included songs from Grease and the Totally Hot album as well as some other artists' covers : the Eagles, Bob Seger, Elton John and Buddy Holly. Olivia also performed a parody of the jazz/blues classic Makin' Whoopee with Gene Kelly, changing the lyrics to Makin' Movies and dealing with Olivia's dream of producing a musical. The show was aired internationally and did very well in the ratings, as did her two previous US television specials on the same network. It is to be noted that Tina Turner's appearance on Olivia's special helped her sign a contract with then Olivia's manager Roger Davies, who ultimately helped her to go back into the spotlight.
- Who directed Olivia Newton-John: Hollywood Nights?
- Olivia Newton-John: Hollywood Nights was directed by Jeff Margolis.
- Who stars in Olivia Newton-John: Hollywood Nights?
- Olivia Newton-John: Hollywood Nights stars Olivia Newton-John, Gene Kelly, Andy Gibb, Elton John, Tina Turner, Karen Carpenter.
- How long is Olivia Newton-John: Hollywood Nights?
- Olivia Newton-John: Hollywood Nights has a runtime of 48m (48 minutes).
- What genre is Olivia Newton-John: Hollywood Nights?
- Olivia Newton-John: Hollywood Nights is a Music, TV Movie film.
- Where was Olivia Newton-John: Hollywood Nights produced?
- Olivia Newton-John: Hollywood Nights was produced in United States of America.