Oscar Levant
Biography
Oscar Levant (December 27, 1906 – August 14, 1972) was an American pianist, composer, author, comedian, and actor.
He was more famous for his mordant character and witticisms, on the radio and in movies and television, than for his music.
Acting (22 movies)
An American in Paris
1951
O. Henry's Full House
1952
Humoresque
1947
The Band Wagon
1953
The Barkleys of Broadway
1949
Romance on the High Seas
1948
Rhapsody in Blue
1945
The Cobweb
1955
Rhythm on the River
1940
You Were Meant for Me
1948
Kiss the Boys Goodbye
1941
The I Don't Care Girl
1953
Night Parade
1929
The Men Who Made the Movies: Vincente Minnelli
1973
Get Aboard! 'The Band Wagon'
2005
The Dance of Life
1929
Public Speaking
2011
That's Entertainment! III
1994
That's Entertainment, Part II
1976
Information Please: Series 1, No. 1
1939
Jack Paar: Smart Television
2003
The Fred Astaire Songbook
1991
| Title | Year | Job |
|---|---|---|
| Let's Try Again | 1934 | Original Music Composer |
| Nothing Sacred | 1937 | Original Music Composer |