Karras, Alex

Overview

Works:	103 works in 238 publications in 1 language and 8,801 library holdings
Genres:	Drama Comedy films Western films Parody films History Biographies Television series Juvenile works Musical films Children's television programs
Roles:	Actor, Author, Narrator, Performer, Other
Classifications:	PN1995.9.C55, 791.4372

Publication Timeline

Most widely held works about Alex Karras

Even big guys cry by Alex Karras( Book )
Alex Karras : my life in football, television, and movies by Alex Karras( Book )
Mad ducks and bears : Football revisited by George Plimpton( Book )
Mad ducks and bears by George Plimpton( Book )
Mad ducks and bears : football revisited by George Plimpton( )

Alex Karras by David L Smith( )
Indiana Authors [Do-Dq] by Irene Walters( Book )

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Most widely held works by Alex Karras

Blazing saddles by Mel Brooks( Visual )

25 editions published between 1974 and 2014 in English and held by 1,936 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Never give a saga an even break! Blazing Saddles is an iconoclastic, not-politically-correct parody; one of the 1970s most successful and popular films. Every clichéd element from every Western ever made is turned upside down and inside out, while retaining all the familiar caricatures--eh, characters--of the genre: a dance-hall girl, a gunslinger, a sheriff, and a town full of pure folk. Mel Brooks redefined film comedy and proved that even sophomoric, scatological humor could be used to ridicule prejudice, injustice, and apathy

Victor Victoria by Henry Mancini( Visual )

8 editions published between 2002 and 2013 in English and held by 773 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

A woman singer working on the cabaret circuit pretends to be a man pretending to be a woman. Things get even more complicated when she meets the man of her dreams. Set in Paris, France, in 1934

James A. Michener's Centennial( Visual )

1 edition published in 2008 in English and held by 763 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Relives the grand hopes, dreams, loves, and adventures of generations of residents in Centennial, Colorado-- from their risky attempts to establish a settlement in 1795 through the politics and power plays of the 20th century. Begins with French and Scottish trappers interacting with Native Americans and follows the increasing conflicts as more permanent settlers arrive. Shows how the town of Centennial is founded by the young Mennonite Levi Zendt and his bride-to-be. Looks at the effects of the American Civil War on the settlement and the disputes between cattle ranchers and farmers. Shows the plight of Mexican residents who find their rights threatened by a real estate tycoon from back East. Examines more recent dirty politics as two contestants face off over the future of the town and its dwindling natural resources

Against all odds by Taylor Hackford( Visual )

26 editions published between 1984 and 2012 in English and held by 734 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Terry Brogan, a cynical ex-football star, is hired to find Jessie Wyler, the runaway mistress of a ruthless L.A. nightclub owner, Jake Wise. According to Jake, Jessie had stabbed him and vanished with $50,000. But Terry's mission is soon forgotten when he tracks down the beautiful Jessie on a Mexican island and falls in love with her

Mad ducks and bears by George Plimpton( Book )

5 editions published between 1973 and 1974 in English and held by 527 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Based on the contributions of the author, J. Gordy, and A. Karras

Faerie tale theatre( Visual )

4 editions published between 1982 and 2008 in English and held by 407 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

This award-winning series brings to life 26 of the most magical classic fairy tales of all time, now digitally remastered

Blake Edwards' Victor Victoria( Visual )

4 editions published between 1982 and 2016 in English and held by 346 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

A man impersonating a woman on stage? Piece of cake. But a woman whose livelihood depends on pretending to be a man who pretends to be a woman? Now you've got problems! An out-of-work singer conspires to pose as a female impersonator in order to get work on the Paris cabaret circuit

Porky's by Bob Clark( Visual )

5 editions published between 1997 and 2006 in English and held by 331 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

A group of teenage boys--the terrors of Angel Beach High School--sets out for a notorious honky-tonk strip joint in search of some action

Tuesday night football : a novel by Alex Karras( Book )

3 editions published in 1991 in English and Undetermined and held by 291 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

What you don't see off camera before, during, and after the televising of a professional football game

Goldilocks and the three bears by James Marshall( Visual )

7 editions published between 1983 and 2004 in English and held by 286 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

A mischievous child invades the lives of three bears

Mel Brooks' Blazing saddles( Visual )

7 editions published between 1974 and 2007 in English and held by 224 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

A corrupt political boss tries to sabotage a small Western town by appointing an African-American as the sheriff, who promptly becomes his most formidable adversary

Shelley Duvall's Faerie tale theatre( Visual )

1 edition published in 2009 in English and held by 209 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

"Talking bears, sleeping giants, handsome princes, evil fairies and more fill this 4-episode collection from the award-winning series. Some of the most treasured bedtime stories are brought to life with glorious productions and magnificent costumes that will leave you dreaming ... happily ever after."--Container

When time ran out--( Visual )

3 editions published between 1980 and 2017 in English and held by 112 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

A South Pacific island's dormant volcano unexpectedly erupts in fury placing tourists in jeopardy

Shelley Duvall's faerie tale theatre( Visual )

1 edition published in 2004 in English and held by 92 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

26 episodes of the award-winning television series originally televised from 1982-87

Greek Americans by Andrew. ; Fabian, Rhonda. ; Baber, Jerry Schlessinger( Visual )

1 edition published in 2004 in English and held by 80 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Includes two programs: The Greek Americans, which features first-generation immigrants, and The Greek Americans II: Passing the torch, which focuses on the experiences of the next generation. Plus 50 minutes of bonus footage not seen on PBS

FM by Steely Dan (gruppo musicale)( Visual )

8 editions published between 1991 and 2019 in English and held by 75 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

L.A.'s top rock D.J. and program director (Brandon) presides over an eclectic family of co-workers that has blasted the stations popularity with listeners

Webster( Visual )

2 editions published between 1983 and 2011 in English and held by 73 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

The post-retirement season is suddenly disrupted for football player George Papadapolis and his wife Katherine when Webster, the orphaned son of a former teammate, moves in. Laughter and life lessons in every episode

Even big guys cry by Alex Karras( Book )

1 edition published in 1978 in English and held by 64 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

The former defensive tackle for the Detroit Lions tells his story; how, through strength, tenacity, and wit, he emerged from a sooty steel town to enjoy successful careers in football and in acting

Webster( Visual )

3 editions published between 1984 and 2011 in English and held by 51 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Join the precocious Webster Long and his new parents, George Papadapolis and Katherine Calder-Young Papdapolis, for their second season of family fun. In this season, the family makes the move from their high-rise into an old Victorian house owned by elderly couple Bill and Cassie Parker. - Container

James A. Michener's Centennial( Visual )

1 edition published in 2008 in English and held by 39 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Relive the grand hopes, dreams, loves and adventures of generations of residents in Centennial, Colorado-- from their risky attempts to establish a settlement in 1795 through the politics and power plays of the 20th century

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