Showbiz Movies

Showbiz movies on 123movies throw you behind the curtain — where fame’s glitter hides backstabbing, breakdowns, and a whole lot of ego. Best Showbiz Movies capture the highs of the spotlight and the lows no one claps for, from red carpet glam to backstage chaos. Whether it’s Hollywood dreams or fame-gone-wrong, this section brings the heat. Hit play and step into the drama behind the drama — only on 123movies.

The Greatest Showman The Greatest Showman 7.5 1h 45min
The Greatest Showman
IMDb: 7.5
1h 45min

This vibrant musical drama follows the ambitious P.T. Barnum, played by Hugh Jackman, as he rises from humble beginnings to create a mesmerizing spectacle that becomes a worldwide sensation. The…

The Interview The Interview 6.5 1h 52min
The Interview
IMDb: 6.5
1h 52min

In this 2014 comedy directed by Evan Goldberg, the plot centers around a popular talk show host and his producer, played by James Franco and Seth Rogen, who land an…

Nightcrawler Nightcrawler 7.8 1h 57min
Nightcrawler
IMDb: 7.8
1h 57min

In this gripping thriller, Jake Gyllenhaal delivers a haunting performance as Lou Bloom, a driven and morally ambiguous freelance videographer who prowls the streets of Los Angeles in search of…

Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance 7.7 1h 59min
Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance
IMDb: 7.7
1h 59min

In this critically acclaimed film, Michael Keaton stars as a washed-up actor, once famous for his role as a superhero, who struggles to mount a Broadway play in a bid…

Saving Mr. Banks Saving Mr. Banks 7.5 2h 5min
Saving Mr. Banks
IMDb: 7.5
2h 5min

In this 2013 film directed by John Lee Hancock, the story delves into the behind-the-scenes journey of bringing the beloved character Mary Poppins to the big screen. The narrative focuses…

The Artist The Artist 7.8 1h 40min
The Artist
IMDb: 7.8
1h 40min

Set in Hollywood between the late 1920s and early 1930s, this film follows the story of a silent film star, George Valentin, whose career is threatened by the advent of…

Black Swan Black Swan 8.0 1h 48min
Black Swan
IMDb: 8
1h 48min

Directed by Darren Aronofsky, this psychological thriller delves into the intense world of professional ballet, following a dedicated dancer’s journey as she strives for perfection in a coveted role. Natalie…

Tropic Thunder Tropic Thunder 7.1 1h 47min
Tropic Thunder
IMDb: 7.1
1h 47min

In this satirical action-comedy, a group of self-absorbed actors, including Ben Stiller, Robert Downey Jr., and Jack Black, find themselves in over their heads while filming a war movie in…

The Aviator The Aviator 7.5 2h 50min
The Aviator
IMDb: 7.5
2h 50min

Directed by Martin Scorsese, this biographical drama chronicles the life of Howard Hughes, a pioneering aviator and film director, as he navigates the challenges of his ambitious career and personal…

Chicago Chicago 7.2 1h 53min
Chicago
IMDb: 7.2
1h 53min

Set in the roaring 1920s, this film follows the intertwined lives of two women, Roxie Hart and Velma Kelly, who find themselves on trial for murder in Chicago. With a…

Man On The Moon Man On The Moon 7.4 1h 58min
Man On The Moon
IMDb: 7.4
1h 58min

This biographical film, directed by Miloš Forman, chronicles the eccentric life and career of comedian Andy Kaufman, portrayed by Jim Carrey. The narrative delves into Kaufman’s unconventional comedic style and…

Shakespeare in Love Shakespeare in Love 7.1 2h 3min
Shakespeare in Love
IMDb: 7.1
2h 3min

Set in the late 16th century, this romantic period drama follows the young playwright William Shakespeare as he struggles with writer’s block while working on his latest play. His fortunes…

The Truman Show The Truman Show 8.2 1h 43min
The Truman Show
IMDb: 8.2
1h 43min

In this thought-provoking film directed by Peter Weir, Jim Carrey stars as Truman Burbank, an ordinary man who gradually discovers that his entire life is part of a meticulously crafted…

Perfect Blue Perfect Blue 8.0 1h 21min
Perfect Blue
IMDb: 8
1h 21min

A psychological thriller directed by Satoshi Kon, this film follows Mima Kirigoe, a pop idol who decides to leave her music career to pursue acting. As she navigates the challenges…

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Bullets over Broadway Bullets over Broadway 7.4 1h 38min
Bullets over Broadway
IMDb: 7.4
1h 38min

Set in the vibrant world of 1920s New York, this film follows the story of a struggling playwright, David Shayne, who finally gets his big break when a wealthy gangster…

Ed Wood Ed Wood 7.8 2h 7min
Ed Wood
IMDb: 7.8
2h 7min

Directed by Tim Burton, this 1994 film offers a quirky and heartfelt portrayal of the life of Edward D. Wood Jr., often considered one of the worst filmmakers in history….

Barton Fink Barton Fink 7.6 1h 56min
Barton Fink
IMDb: 7.6
1h 56min

Set in 1941, this film follows a New York playwright who relocates to Los Angeles to write for a Hollywood studio, only to find himself grappling with writer’s block and…

Good Morning Vietnam Good Morning Vietnam 7.3 2h 1min
Good Morning Vietnam
IMDb: 7.3
2h 1min

Set against the backdrop of the Vietnam War, this film follows the story of Adrian Cronauer, a charismatic and unorthodox radio DJ played by Robin Williams, who is brought to…

This is Spinal Tap This is Spinal Tap 7.9 1h 22min
This is Spinal Tap
IMDb: 7.9
1h 22min

This 1984 mockumentary, directed by Rob Reiner, follows the fictional British heavy metal band Spinal Tap as they embark on a disastrous American tour. The film humorously explores the band’s…

The King of Comedy The King of Comedy 7.8 1h 49min
The King of Comedy
IMDb: 7.8
1h 49min

In this darkly comedic film directed by Martin Scorsese, Robert De Niro stars as Rupert Pupkin, an aspiring stand-up comedian with delusions of grandeur. Desperate for fame, Pupkin concocts a…

All That Jazz All That Jazz 7.8 2h 3min
All That Jazz
IMDb: 7.8
2h 3min

Joe Gideon is at the top of the heap, one of the most successful directors and choreographers in musical theater. But he can feel his world slowly collapsing around him – his obsession with work has almost destroyed his personal life, and only his bottles of pills keep him going.

The Producers The Producers 7.5 1h 28min
The Producers
IMDb: 7.5
1h 28min

In this classic comedy directed by Mel Brooks, a down-on-his-luck Broadway producer, played by Zero Mostel, teams up with a timid accountant, portrayed by Gene Wilder, to execute a get-rich-quick…

Limelight Limelight 8.0 2h 17min
Limelight
IMDb: 8
2h 17min

In this poignant drama, Charles Chaplin stars as Calvero, a once-famous music hall comedian who has fallen on hard times. The story unfolds as he saves a young dancer, played…

Singin’ in the Rain Singin’ in the Rain 8.3 1h 43min
Singin’ in the Rain
IMDb: 8.3
1h 43min

Set in the late 1920s, this classic musical comedy follows the transition from silent films to “talkies” in Hollywood, focusing on a popular film star and his struggles with the…

All About Eve All About Eve 8.2 2h 18min
All About Eve
IMDb: 8.2
2h 18min

From the moment she glimpses her idol at the stage door, Eve Harrington is determined to take the reins of power away from the great actress Margo Channing. Eve maneuvers…

Sunset Boulevard Sunset Boulevard 8.4 1h 50min
Sunset Boulevard
IMDb: 8.4
1h 50min

A hack screenwriter writes a screenplay for a former silent-film star who has faded into Hollywood obscurity.

In a Lonely Place In a Lonely Place 7.9 1h 34min
In a Lonely Place
IMDb: 7.9
1h 34min

In this 1950 film noir directed by Nicholas Ray, Humphrey Bogart stars as a troubled screenwriter who becomes a suspect in a murder investigation. The plot thickens as his neighbor,…

To Be or Not to Be To Be or Not to Be 8.1 1h 39min
To Be or Not to Be
IMDb: 8.1
1h 39min

Set against the backdrop of Nazi-occupied Warsaw, this 1942 film is a dark comedy that follows a troupe of Polish actors who become embroiled in a daring plot to outwit…

Sullivan’s Travels Sullivan’s Travels 7.9 1h 30min
Sullivan’s Travels
IMDb: 7.9
1h 30min

In this 1941 classic, a successful Hollywood director, played by Joel McCrea, embarks on a journey to experience hardship firsthand, hoping to gain inspiration for his next socially conscious film….

A Night at the Opera A Night at the Opera 7.8 1h 36min
A Night at the Opera
IMDb: 7.8
1h 36min

In this film, the Marx Brothers infiltrate the elite circles of high society and the opera scene to unite a pair of lovers. With the assistance of a cunning manager…