Hollywood Wives (1985– )

A three-part, six-hour adoptation of Jackie Collins' book about a group of very wealthy, attractive, snobbish women who are caught up in the low life and high society of Hollywood.

Stars:

Candice Bergen, Joanna Cassidy, Frances Bergen

Nominated for 1 Primetime Emmy.

Cast

Series cast summary:
Candice Bergen	...	Elaine Conti (2 episodes, 1985)
Joanna Cassidy	...	Marilee Gray (2 episodes, 1985)

Storyline

A three-part, six-hour adoptation of Jackie Collins' book about a group of very wealthy, attractive, snobbish women who are caught up in the low life and high society of Hollywood.

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Plot Keywords:

hollywood | philanderer | behind the scenes | struggling actor | movie producer | 

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Genres:

Drama | Romance

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Details

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

17 February 1985 (USA)

Also Known As:

Esposas de Hollywood

Filming Locations:

Pasadena, California, USA

Company Credits

Production Co:

Aaron Spelling Productions

Technical Specs

Runtime:

270 min 270 min

Sound Mix:

Mono

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.33 : 1

Did You Know?

Trivia

The part of Neil Grey was originally intended to be played by Richard Burton. But because of his death Anthony Hopkins was cast in the role. Also, the role of Montana, Neil's wife which was played by Stefanie Powers was supposed to be played by Jane Seymour.

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Soundtracks

"Hollywood Wives"
Performed by Laura Branigan

User Reviews

Like watching a train wreck...you can't stop yourself!

I can only imagine that in the mid-80s actors like Anthony Hopkins, Angie Dickinson, Candace Bergen and Robert Stack must have all needed sudden cash infusions. For what other reason would they agree to star in a miniseries so ridden with bad dialogue that it makes "Saved by the Bell" look like Masterpiece Theater.

This little "gem" pops up on WE (Women's Entertainment channel) quite often and should be savored for the guilty pleasure it is. How often do you get to see (now Sir) Anthony Hopkins trade cheezy cliches with former "Three's Company" gal Suzanne Sommers? Or watch Angie Dickinson spit out venomous double entendres? For these reasons alone, this Jackie Collins novel turned movie must be watched.

Oh, and get a load of the late Rod Steiger's ATROCIOUS toupee! Where is Sy Spurling when you need him???