loneliest of stars. And yet, in spite of the breakdowns, the failed marriages, the sordid rumors surrounding her life and her death, Marilyn Monroe was never just a "victim." She was unique, a phenomenon that is as vital today as it ever was. She was all that is blazingly magical in a star. Here is the "real" Marilyn, drawn from some of her greatest moments on film - Gentlemen Prefer Blondes, How To Marry A Millionaire,The Seven Year Itch, Some Like It Hot, Bus Stop, The Misfits - and more. Here too are the earliest films, the home movies, archival footage, and the memories of those who knew her best, like Robert Mitchum, Shelley Winters, Sheree North, Susan Strasberg, Don Murray, Celeste Holm and Josh Logan. Narrated by Richard Widmark.  (less)

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(1954, 117 min.) - A glamorous tale about the trials and tribulations of a veteran vaudeville family. Co-starring Ethel Merman and Donald O'Connor. "How to Marry a Millionaire" (1953, 95 min.) - Discover Marilyn's phenomenal comic talent as she leads an outrageous man-hunting scheme in this classic comedy. Co-starring Betty Grable and Lauren Bacall. "Gentlemen Prefer Blondes" (1953, 91 min.) - Marilyn is sensational, performing the timeless hit "Diamonds are a Girl's Best Friend." Co-starring Jane Russell. Also includes the acclaimed documentary "Marilyn Monroe: The Final Days," available only in this box set, plus forty minutes of exclusive, never-before-seen footage from Marilyn's never-completed final film, "Something's Got to Give."  (less)

Menus: English • Spanish • Chinese Subtitles: Spanish • Chinese B&W/Color/91 min.  (less)

MARILYN: THE FINAL DAYS.THE SEVEN YEAR ITCH: Marilyn Monroe proves that no man can resist her - especially a married man - in this sexy romp directed by Billy Wilder and heralded as one of the quintessential comedies of all time! When a seductive starlet (Monroe) moves in upstairs, a married man (Tom Ewell) has his fidelity put to the test. Keeping his marriage vows in the face of her flirtations proves hilariously tough when challenged by the notorious Seven Year Itch.GENTLEMEN PREFER BLONDES: Gentlemen may prefer blondes, but this blonde bombshell prefers diamonds, and lots of them! Glamorous showgirl Marilyn sets sail for France, intent on marrying a rich, yet boring, beau. But anything can - and does - happen with the beautiful and fun-loving Jane Russell acting as chaperone. From celebrated director Howard Hawks, this musical comedy classic features Marilyn's signature rendition of the hit show tune Diamonds Are A Girl's Best Friend.NIAGARA: A vacationing couple, George and Rose Loomis (Joseph Cotton and Marilyn Monroe), rent a quaint bungalow at romantic Niagara Falls. But Rose and her lover plan to murder the unsuspecting George - in the falls! A dramatic departure from her more upbeat roles, Monroe's fascinating performance as the scheming murderess paints a powerfully dark portrait of human sexuality.RIVER OF NO RETURN: After his wife dies, Matt Calder (Robert Mitchum) and his young son begin a new life in the breathtaking, rugged Northwest wilderness, where Matt is robbed and beaten by ruthless gambler Harry Weston (Rory Calhoun). When Weston's beautiful fiance (Marilyn Monroe) then decides to nurse Calder back to health, the insanely jealous Weston risks their lives by taking them all on a ride down a treacherous river.LET'S MAKE LOVE: When billionaire Jean Marc Clement (Yves Montand) learns he is to be parodied in an upcoming theatre production, he lands a part in the show - playing himself! Immediately smitten with his co-star Amanda (Marilyn Monroe), who does not return his affection, Clement tries desperately to improve his stage presence in hopes of winning her over. Directed by Georges Cukor, Let's Make Love features Marilyn singing My Heart Belongs To Daddy.MARILYN: THE FINAL DAYS: Using state-of-the-art digital technology, footage was painstakingly restored to its original CinemaScope splendor. Arranged as it would have appeared on the big screen, the film reveals the sweet and always stunning screen performance of Monroe playing the part of a wife and mother. Combined with never-before-seen make-up and hair tests, photographs from famed photographer George Barris and interviews with those closest to her during her final days, this two-hour special reveals  (less)

'Subtitle' button on your remote control. Essential 10 DVD box set containing nine of the Hollywood icon's finest films plus a biopic on her life. Marilyn Monroe was born to be in pictures and grace the pages of magazines. Her beauty, her charm and her charisma are the stuff of legend and she continues to be an inspiration nearly 50 years after her death. The films featured in this set include Monkey Business, Don't Bother to Knock, Niagara, Gentlemen Prefer Blondes, How To Marry A Millionaire, There's No Business Like Show Business, River of No Return, The Seven Year Itch and Bus Stop plus the biopic Norma Jean And Marilyn starring Ashley Judd and Mira Sorvino.  (less)