Funny Girl (1968) — DVD
Barbra Streisand lights up the screen in her Academy Award-winning film debut as Fanny Brice, the spirited entertainer who rises from humble beginnings to become a star of the Ziegfeld Follies. As Fanny's career takes off, her romance with charming gambler Nick Arnstein (Omar Sharif) brings both joy and heartbreak. Filled with unforgettable music, dazzling performances, and an emotionally rich story, Funny Girl is a classic Hollywood musical about talent, ambition, love, and resilience.
Cast & Filmmakers
Starring: Barbra Streisand (Fanny Brice), Omar Sharif (Nick Arnstein), Kay Medford (Rose Brice), Anne Francis (Georgia James), and Walter Pidgeon (Florenz Ziegfeld).
Director: William Wyler.
Based on: The Broadway musical with a book by Isobel Lennart, music by Jule Styne, and lyrics by Bob Merrill.
Release year: 1968.
Genre: Musical / Biography / Romantic Drama.
Rating: G.
Memorable Songs
The musical features signature performances of “People,” “Don't Rain on My Parade,” “I'm the Greatest Star,” and “My Man.”
Hollywood Connections & Trivia
- Oscar-winning debut: Barbra Streisand won the Academy Award for Best Actress for her first feature-film role, sharing the honor with Katharine Hepburn for The Lion in Winter.
- Broadway roots: Streisand originated the role of Fanny Brice in the 1964 Broadway production of Funny Girl.
- Real-life inspiration: The story is inspired by entertainer Fanny Brice, a celebrated star of the Ziegfeld Follies.
- Veteran director: William Wyler also directed acclaimed films including Roman Holiday and Ben-Hur.
- Multiple Oscar nominations: Funny Girl received eight Academy Award nominations, including Best Picture.
DVD Details
Title: Funny Girl.
Original film year: 1968.
Format: DVD.
UPC: 043396030893.
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