Dick Cavett

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Richard Alva Cavett (/ˈkævɪt/; born November 19, 1936) is an American television personality and former talk show host. He appeared regularly on nationally broadcast television in the United States for five decades, from the 1960s through the 2000s. In later years, Cavett has written an online column for The New York Times, promoted DVDs of his former shows as well as a book of his Times columns, and hosted replays of his TV interviews with Bette Davis, Lucille Ball, Salvador Dalí, Lee Marvin, Groucho Marx, Katharine Hepburn, Judy Garland, Marlon Brando, Orson Welles, Woody Allen, Ingmar Bergman, Jean-Luc Godard, Robert Mitchum, John Lennon, George Harrison, Jimi Hendrix, Richard Burton, Sophia Loren, Marcello Mastroianni, Kirk Douglas and others on Turner Classic Movies.

Most Popular Dick Cavett Trailers

Total trailers found: 109

Forrest Gump Trailer (1994)

23 June 1994

A man with a low IQ has accomplished great things in his life and been present during significant historic events—in each case, far exceeding what anyone imagined he could do.

Linda Ronstadt: The Sound of My Voice Trailer (2019)

06 September 2019

With one of the most memorably stunning voices that has ever hit the airwaves, Linda Ronstadt burst onto the 1960s folk rock music scene in her early twenties.

Beetlejuice Trailer (1988)

30 March 1988

A newly dead New England couple seeks help from a deranged demon exorcist to scare an affluent New York family out of their home.

Inside Deep Throat Trailer (2005)

11 February 2005

In 1972, a seemingly typical shoestring budget pornographic film was made in a Florida hotel: "Deep Throat," starring Linda Lovelace.

A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors Trailer (1987)

27 February 1987

During a hallucinatory incident, Kristen Parker has her wrists slashed by dream-stalking monster, Freddy Krueger.

Roman Polanski: Wanted and Desired Trailer (2008)

18 January 2008

Examines the public scandal and private tragedy which led to legendary director Roman Polanski's sudden flight from the United States.

Best of Enemies Trailer (2015)

31 July 2015

A documentary about the legendary series of nationally televised debates in 1968 between two great public intellectuals, the liberal Gore Vidal and the conservative William F.

Lucy and Desi Trailer (2022)

21 January 2022

Explore the unlikely partnership and enduring legacy of one of the most prolific power couples in entertainment history.

Godard by Godard Trailer (2023)

17 May 2023

Godard by Godard is an archival self-portrait of Jean-Luc Godard. It retraces the unique and unheard-of path, made up of sudden detours and dramatic returns, of a filmmaker who never looks back on his past, never makes the same film twice, and tirelessly pursues his research, in a truly inexhaustible diversity of inspiration.

The Lost Weekend: A Love Story Trailer (2023)

13 April 2023

May Pang lovingly recounts her life in rock & roll and the whirlwind 18 months spent as friend, lover, and confidante to one of the towering figures of popular culture, John Lennon, in this funny, touching, and vibrant portrait of first love.

Jimi Hendrix: Hear My Train a Comin' Trailer (2013)

04 November 2013

An account of the short life of genius musician Jimi Hendrix (1942-70), probably the most talented and influential guitarist of the twentieth century: his humble beginnings in Seattle, his time in New York, his rise to fame in swinging London… Live fast, love hard, die young.

The Ghost of Richard Harris Trailer (2022)

31 August 2022

A candid and revealing insight into the private life and public career of Richard Harris. One of the most remarkable actors of his generation, the documentary explores Harris’s complex and, at times, contradictory character.

2022 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony Trailer (2022)

19 November 2022

The 37th Annual Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony take place on Saturday, November 5, 2022 at Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles, California.

Remember Me Trailer (1979)

01 January 1979

Remember Me is a 1979 American short documentary film produced by Dick Young, that was filmed in the US, the Middle East and Asia.

Diana Vreeland: The Eye Has to Travel Trailer (2012)

21 September 2012

This intimate and loving portrait of the legendary arbiter of fashion, art and culture illustrates the many stages of Vreeland's remarkable life.

Nureyev Trailer (2018)

25 September 2018

An insight into the life of the world's most famous male dancer, Rudolf Nureyev.

Moonage Daydream Trailer (2022)

15 September 2022

A cinematic odyssey featuring never-before-seen footage exploring David Bowie's creative and musical journey.

Jimi Hendrix Trailer (1973)

14 June 1973

Made shortly after his death, this documentary explores the brief life and remarkable legacy of guitarist Jimi Hendrix.

Barbarians at the Gate Trailer (1993)

20 March 1993

F. Ross Johnson decides to buyout his own tobacco firm RJR Nabisco after the plans of the launch of his new product, a smokeless cigarette Premier, fail on account of market rumours.

Koyaanisqatsi Trailer (1983)

27 April 1983

Takes us to locations all around the US and shows us the heavy toll that modern technology is having on humans and the earth.

Hollywood: The Dream Factory Trailer (1972)

10 January 1972

A documentary about the glorious history of Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios and its decline leading to the sale of its back lot and props.

The Education of Gore Vidal Trailer (2003)

30 June 2003

A contrarian and wickedly funny man, this PBS American Masters special explores Gore Vidal's extraordinary life and work, joining him at his cliff-side villa in Ravello, Italy.

Louis Armstrong's Black & Blues Trailer (2022)

27 October 2022

An intimate and revealing look at the world-changing musician, presented through a lens of archival footage and never-before-heard home recordings and personal conversations.

From Roger Moore with Love Trailer (2024)

15 December 2024

Friends, family and co-stars take part in this revealing and entertaining look at British icon Roger Moore and his rise to global fame.

Mike Wallace Is Here Trailer (2019)

26 July 2019

For over half a century, 60 Minutes' fearsome newsman Mike Wallace went head-to-head with the world's most influential figures.

All Governments Lie: Truth, Deception, and the Spirit of I.F. Stone Trailer (2016)

04 November 2016

Vancouver-based filmmaker and TV news veteran Fred Peabody explores the life and legacy of the maverick American journalist I.

Annie Hall Trailer (1977)

19 April 1977

New York comedian Alvy Singer falls in love with the ditsy Annie Hall.

HealtH Trailer (1980)

12 September 1980

At a luxury Florida resort, health food lobbyists choose their new president at their annual convention.

Smash His Camera Trailer (2010)

30 July 2010

A film centering on the life and work of Ron Galella that examines the nature and effect of paparazzi.

Cocksucker Blues Trailer (1972)

26 July 1972

This fly-on-the-wall documentary follows the Rolling Stones on their 1972 North American Tour, their first return to the States since the tragedy at Altamont.

Nice Girls Don't Stay for Breakfast Trailer (2019)

27 February 2019

In the late 1990s, iconic photographer Bruce Weber barely managed to convince legendary actor Robert Mitchum (1917-97) to let himself be filmed simply hanging out with friends, telling anecdotes from his life and recording jazz standards.

Excuse Me for Living Trailer (2012)

12 October 2012

A charming, suicidal druggie must obey his rehab-clinic's demand to lead a seniors men's group or face incarceration and lose the love of his psychiatrist's daughter.

Jack Paar: Smart Television Trailer (2003)

29 November 2003

PBS documentary examining the work of Jack Paar.

Duane Hopwood Trailer (2005)

11 November 2005

A down-on-his-luck divorced father struggles to get his life and family back together before it's too late.

This Is Bob Hope... Trailer (2017)

29 December 2017

During his career, Bob Hope was the only performer to achieve top-rated success in every form of mass entertainment.

Alan Pakula: Going for Truth Trailer (2019)

12 October 2019

"Alan Pakula: Going for Truth" encompasses the personal and professional life of Alan J. Pakula, a lauded filmmaker and extremely private man, who was unflinching in his commitment to bringing some of the most memorable movies of the last half of the 20th century to the big screen.

What She Said: The Art of Pauline Kael Trailer (2019)

22 March 2019

Pauline Kael (1919–2001) was undoubtedly one of the greatest names in film criticism. A Californian native, she wrote her first review in 1953 and joined ‘The New Yorker’ in 1968.

Simon Trailer (1980)

01 February 1980

A group of scientists take Simon, a psychology professor, as a test person for a brainwashing experiment and try to convince him that he is a living being from another planet.

Groucho & Cavett Trailer (2022)

27 December 2022

Discover the enduring friendship between television personality Dick Cavett and his mentor iconic comedian Groucho Marx.

Toni Morrison: The Pieces I Am Trailer (2019)

21 June 2019

This artful and intimate meditation on the legendary storyteller examines her life, her works, and the powerful themes she has confronted throughout her literary career.

Driving Me Crazy Trailer (2012)

06 January 2012

Meet Elliot Brown. He is one of Brooklyn's most neurotically sweet and eligible bachelors . . . who also happens to be pushing forty and living with his mother.

Celsius 41.11 Trailer (2004)

22 October 2004

This film attempts to correct the record when it comes to the left's attacks on President Bush, 9/11 and the war in Iraq and Kerry's 20-year tenure in the Senate.

Black White + Gray: A Portrait of Sam Wagstaff and Robert Mapplethorpe Trailer (2007)

01 May 2007

Crump directed the feature-length documentary film Black White + Gray: A Portrait of Sam Wagstaff + Robert Mapplethorpe, which premiered in North America at the 2007 Tribeca Film Festival and in Europe at Art Basel.

David Bowie: Five Years Trailer (2013)

25 May 2013

Featuring a wealth of previously unseen archive, this film looks at how Bowie continually evolved: from Ziggy Stardust to the Soul Star of Young Americans, to the ‘Thin White Duke’.

Sell & Spin: A History of Advertising Trailer (1999)

01 January 1999

From ancient phrases etched in stone, to today's cutting edge multimedia commercials, selling has always meant grabbing attention.

Never Sleep Again: The Elm Street Legacy Trailer (2010)

04 May 2010

For decades, Freddy Krueger has slashed his way through the dreams of countless youngsters, scaring up over half a billion dollars at the box office across eight terrifying, spectacular films.

Night of 100 Stars III Trailer (1990)

21 May 1990

A celebrity benefit for The Actors' Fund of America, featuring music, songs, dance and comedy.

Live at Mister Kelly's Trailer (2021)

17 September 2021

The iconic Mister Kelly’s bedazzled the country by launching superstars like Barbra Streisand, Richard Pryor, Bette Midler, and Steve Martin.

Behind the Seams Trailer (2000)

01 June 2000

Casey McCan, a top supermodel who seemingly has it all - looks, fame, wealth, an intellectual playboy boyfriend.

Ali & Cavett: The Tale of the Tapes Trailer (2018)

02 August 2018

The life and times of Muhammed Ali shown through the lens of his numerous appearances on The Dick Cavett Show.

Funny Trailer (1988)

01 April 1988

People are asked to tell their favorite jokes.

Spy Magazine Presents How to Be Famous Trailer (1990)

01 January 1990

A special examining America's fascination with celebrities. Based on the irreverent, satirical humor of "Spy Magazine.

One to One: John & Yoko Trailer (2025)

09 April 2025

An exploration of the seminal and transformative 18 months that one of music’s most famous couples — John Lennon and Yoko Ono — spent living in Greenwich Village, New York City, in the early 1970s.

Funny Girl to Funny Lady Trailer (1975)

09 March 1975

A benefit concert for the Special Olympics and an opportunity to promote Streisand's upcoming film (Funny Lady), this special was a combination of Streisand interview with Dick Cavett and Streisand concert.

Kyoko Trailer (2017)

11 March 2017

In 1971, John Lennon and Yoko Ono embark on a search for a girl named Kyoko. On April 23rd, they are arrested by the police at a hotel in Palma de Mallorca, Spain.

Elvis Meets Nixon Trailer (1997)

12 August 1997

A "mockumentary" about Elvis's real-life trip to the White House to become a federal marshal under tA

Truman & Tennessee: An Intimate Conversation Trailer (2021)

18 June 2021

The parallel lives of writer Truman Capote (1924-84) and playwright Tennessee Williams (1911-83): two friends, two geniuses who, while creating sublime works, were haunted by the ghosts of the past, the shadow of constant doubt, the demon of addictions and the blinding, deceptive glare of success.

Simon & Garfunkel: Across the Airwaves Trailer (2010)

21 November 2010

A collection compiled from the harmonising duo's televised performances from Saturday Night Live, The Dick Cavett Show and The Grammy Awards.

Yoko Ono: This Is Not Here Trailer (1972)

11 May 1972

"On John's 31st birthday, Yoko held an art exhibit, "This Is Not Here", at the Everson Museum of Art in Syracuse, N.

Robert Redford & Sydney Pollack: The Men and Their Movies Trailer (1990)

09 December 1990

A special highlighting actor/producer/director Robert Redford's 30-year career in motion pictures and his special relationship with director Sidney Pollack.