Top 10 Movies About Shows

Description: Set in 1931 Berlin, this film explores the lives of the performers at the Kit Kat Klub as the Nazis rise to power. It's a dark, yet dazzling, portrayal of the decadence and political turmoil of the era.

Fact: Liza Minnelli won an Oscar for Best Actress for her role as Sally Bowles.

Description: This film adaptation of the Broadway musical captures the auditions for a Broadway show, focusing on the personal stories of the dancers. It's an intimate look at the lives of those who live for the stage.

Fact: The film was shot in a single location, the Shubert Theatre in New York, to maintain the authenticity of a Broadway audition.

Description: Based on the Andrew Lloyd Webber musical, this film tells the story of a disfigured musical genius living beneath the Paris Opera House, who becomes obsessed with a young soprano.

Fact: The film was shot at Pinewood Studios, where a full-scale replica of the Paris Opera House was built.

Description: Set in the 1920s, "Chicago" follows two women who find themselves in jail for murder and their quest to become stars through their trials. It's a dazzling portrayal of the jazz age and the vaudeville scene.

Fact: The film won the Academy Award for Best Picture, and its choreography was inspired by Bob Fosse's original Broadway production.

Description: This film adaptation of Mel Brooks' Broadway musical follows two producers who scheme to produce a surefire flop to pocket the investment money. It's a comedic look at the absurdity of show business.

Fact: Nathan Lane and Matthew Broderick reprised their roles from the Broadway production.

Description: This film brings back the beloved Muppet characters in a story about saving their old theater from a greedy oil tycoon. It's a heartwarming tribute to the power of friendship and the magic of live performance.

Fact: The film features cameos from numerous celebrities, including Jack Black, Selena Gomez, and Neil Patrick Harris.

Description: This film tells the story of P.T. Barnum, the founder of the Barnum & Bailey Circus, and his journey to create a spectacle that would captivate audiences. It's a celebration of showmanship, ambition, and the power of dreams.

Fact: Hugh Jackman, who plays Barnum, performed many of his own stunts and songs. The film's soundtrack became a global hit, with songs like "This Is Me" winning a Golden Globe.

Description: A modern musical about an aspiring actress and a jazz pianist who fall in love while pursuing their dreams in Los Angeles. It's a love letter to the city of stars and the dreams that drive its inhabitants.

Fact: The film was nominated for 14 Academy Awards, tying the record for the most nominations.

Description: A semi-autobiographical film about Bob Fosse, a director-choreographer, and his life in the world of show business. It's a visually stunning exploration of the art and the toll it takes on its creators.

Fact: Roy Scheider, who plays Fosse, was nominated for an Oscar for his performance. The film's opening sequence is a famous montage of Fosse's daily routine.

Description: A modern take on the classic love story, set in the bohemian underworld of Paris at the turn of the 20th century. It's a vibrant, over-the-top celebration of love, art, and the spectacle of the Moulin Rouge.

Fact: The film was nominated for eight Academy Awards, including Best Picture, and won two for Art Direction and Costume Design.