Arnaz, Desi 1917-1986
Overview
Works: | 829 works in 1,278 publications in 2 languages and 20,450 library holdings |
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Genres: | Drama Television comedies Slapstick comedy television programs Situation comedies (Television programs) Television series Television programs Criticism, interpretation, etc Nonfiction television programs Documentary television programs Concert films |
Roles: | Actor, Performer, Author, Producer, Conductor, Singer, Narrator, Composer, Speaker |
Classifications: | PN1992.77, 791.4575 |
Publication Timeline
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Most widely held works about
Desi Arnaz
- Lucy & Desi : the legendary love story of television's most famous couple by Warren G Harris( Book )
- Desilu : the story of Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz by Coyne Steven Sanders( Book )
- A book by Desi Arnaz( Book )
- "I love Lucy" : a celebration of all things Lucy : inside the world of television's first great sitcom by Elisabeth Edwards( Book )
- Music of Michael Daugherty by Michael Daugherty( )
- Great romances of the 20th century( Visual )
- Lucy & Desi : a real-life scrapbook of America's favorite TV couple( Book )
- The funny world of Lucy( Visual )
- The funny world of Lucy( Visual )
- I loved Lucy = Yo amaba a Lucy : for flute and classical guitar by Michael Daugherty( )
- O cobrador by Rubem Fonseca( Book )
- Desi : for symphonic wind ensemble by Michael Daugherty( )
- The funny world of Lucy. The funny world of Lucy( Visual )
- Lucy & Desi : a home movie( Visual )
- I love Lucy : discovering America's best-loved sitcom( Book )
- Lucy & Desi : before the laughter( Visual )
- Roots of rhythm by Eugene Rosow( Visual )
- Desi Arnaz by United States( )
- Contemporary musicians( )
- Desi Arnaz : 168 success facts : everything you need to know by Christine Williamson( )
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Most widely held works by
Desi Arnaz
I love Lucy by I love Lucy (Television program)(
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24 editions published between 1951 and 2012 in English and held by 906 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The pilot & first season that introduced America to the redheaded housewife with show business aspirations, her long-suffering bandleader husband, and their friends the Mertzes (the prototypical sitcom wacky neighbors). Produced by Ball & Arnaz' company Desilu, the duo (along with co-creator Jess Oppenheimer) decided to shoot the show in Hollywood, on 35 mm film in front of a live studio audience, with three cameras to capture the action
24 editions published between 1951 and 2012 in English and held by 906 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The pilot & first season that introduced America to the redheaded housewife with show business aspirations, her long-suffering bandleader husband, and their friends the Mertzes (the prototypical sitcom wacky neighbors). Produced by Ball & Arnaz' company Desilu, the duo (along with co-creator Jess Oppenheimer) decided to shoot the show in Hollywood, on 35 mm film in front of a live studio audience, with three cameras to capture the action
The long, long trailer(
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15 editions published between 1954 and 2011 in English and held by 881 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Lucy and Desi play newlyweds who hit the honeymoon road with a 40-foot trailer in tow
15 editions published between 1954 and 2011 in English and held by 881 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Lucy and Desi play newlyweds who hit the honeymoon road with a 40-foot trailer in tow
I love Lucy(
Visual
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18 editions published between 1952 and 2012 in English and held by 859 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Contains gems such as "Job switching" in which Lucy and Ethel do unforgettable battle with a chocolate factory conveyor belt; and "The operetta" in which Lucy's money problems bring down the curtain on her role as "Queen of the gypsies". This collection also includes the groundbreaking "pregnancy shows", including the touching moment at the Tropicana when Lucy breaks the news to Ricky that they are going to have a baby, and "Lucy goes to the hospital" the record-setting episode that garnered the highest ratings in 1953
18 editions published between 1952 and 2012 in English and held by 859 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Contains gems such as "Job switching" in which Lucy and Ethel do unforgettable battle with a chocolate factory conveyor belt; and "The operetta" in which Lucy's money problems bring down the curtain on her role as "Queen of the gypsies". This collection also includes the groundbreaking "pregnancy shows", including the touching moment at the Tropicana when Lucy breaks the news to Ricky that they are going to have a baby, and "Lucy goes to the hospital" the record-setting episode that garnered the highest ratings in 1953
I love Lucy(
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)
14 editions published between 1953 and 2012 in English and held by 700 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
All 31 episodes from the third season of Lucy's hilarious adventures; the Ricardos adjust to being parents, but will Lucy's motherhood affect her show biz ambitions?
14 editions published between 1953 and 2012 in English and held by 700 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
All 31 episodes from the third season of Lucy's hilarious adventures; the Ricardos adjust to being parents, but will Lucy's motherhood affect her show biz ambitions?
I love Lucy(
Visual
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14 editions published between 1954 and 2012 in English and held by 608 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Lucy & Ricky are still happy in New York, but when Ricky is offered a part in a Hollywood film, the Ricardos and the Mertzes head off to California via a cross-country automobile trip. The changes of locale offers new opportunities for Lucy to get in trouble, and a chance for movie stars to guest on the show once the Ricardos make it to Hollywood
14 editions published between 1954 and 2012 in English and held by 608 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Lucy & Ricky are still happy in New York, but when Ricky is offered a part in a Hollywood film, the Ricardos and the Mertzes head off to California via a cross-country automobile trip. The changes of locale offers new opportunities for Lucy to get in trouble, and a chance for movie stars to guest on the show once the Ricardos make it to Hollywood
Broadway's lost treasures III : the best of the Tony Awards(
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2 editions published in 2005 in English and held by 395 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A compilation of Broadway song & dance numbers from The Tony Awards, as performed by the original cast members between 1968 and 2002
2 editions published in 2005 in English and held by 395 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A compilation of Broadway song & dance numbers from The Tony Awards, as performed by the original cast members between 1968 and 2002
I love Lucy(
Visual
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5 editions published between 2005 and 2012 in English and held by 391 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
When the Ricardos and Mertzs return from Hollywood, Ricky's band gets booked on a European tour and Fred goes along as the band's manager. Determined not to be left behind, Lucy and Ethel raise the money they need to travel with a charity scam. Europe isn't ready for the new American invasion. Includes all 26 episodes
5 editions published between 2005 and 2012 in English and held by 391 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
When the Ricardos and Mertzs return from Hollywood, Ricky's band gets booked on a European tour and Fred goes along as the band's manager. Determined not to be left behind, Lucy and Ethel raise the money they need to travel with a charity scam. Europe isn't ready for the new American invasion. Includes all 26 episodes
Roots of rhythm by
Eugene Rosow(
Visual
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2 editions published in 2001 in English and held by 356 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"Remonta los orígenes de la música latina de España y África al Nuevo Mundo (Programa 1). Se centra en la música pop desarrollada en Cuba y examina como los Norteamericanos comenzaron a descubrir los tesoros musicales de esta isla (Programa 2). Muestra cómo la música española africana se ha hecho parte básica de la cultura musical popular de los Estados Unidos (Programa 3)."
2 editions published in 2001 in English and held by 356 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"Remonta los orígenes de la música latina de España y África al Nuevo Mundo (Programa 1). Se centra en la música pop desarrollada en Cuba y examina como los Norteamericanos comenzaron a descubrir los tesoros musicales de esta isla (Programa 2). Muestra cómo la música española africana se ha hecho parte básica de la cultura musical popular de los Estados Unidos (Programa 3)."
I love Lucy(
Visual
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8 editions published between 1957 and 2012 in English and Undetermined and held by 349 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Features the complete seventh, eighth, and ninth seasons of the popular TV series 'I Love Lucy.' Lucille Ball stars as housewife Lucy Ricardo, whose well-meaning actions tend to get her into comedically chaotic situations
8 editions published between 1957 and 2012 in English and Undetermined and held by 349 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Features the complete seventh, eighth, and ninth seasons of the popular TV series 'I Love Lucy.' Lucille Ball stars as housewife Lucy Ricardo, whose well-meaning actions tend to get her into comedically chaotic situations
Bataan by
Tay Garnett(
Visual
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3 editions published between 2000 and 2016 in English and held by 189 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Bataan realistically shows the tensions, the ugly hardships and the ultimate heroism of a small patrol of American and Filipino fighting men in 1942. Their task is to destroy a strategic bridge in a last-ditch battle against Japan's capture of the Philippines. No run-of-the-millitary war movie, Bataan is a stirring tribute to all who believe, in the words of one of the heroes, that "it doesn't matter where a man dies so long as he dies for freedom."
3 editions published between 2000 and 2016 in English and held by 189 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Bataan realistically shows the tensions, the ugly hardships and the ultimate heroism of a small patrol of American and Filipino fighting men in 1942. Their task is to destroy a strategic bridge in a last-ditch battle against Japan's capture of the Philippines. No run-of-the-millitary war movie, Bataan is a stirring tribute to all who believe, in the words of one of the heroes, that "it doesn't matter where a man dies so long as he dies for freedom."
I love Lucy(
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5 editions published between 2002 and 2005 in English and held by 174 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Four episodes of I love Lucy, in which Lucy Ricardo gets into all manner of comical mischief
5 editions published between 2002 and 2005 in English and held by 174 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Four episodes of I love Lucy, in which Lucy Ricardo gets into all manner of comical mischief
I love Lucy(
Visual
)
4 editions published between 1955 and 2012 in English and held by 166 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
When the Ricardos and Mertzs return from Hollywood, Ricky's band gets booked on an European tour and Fred goes along as the band's manager. Determined not to be left behind, Lucy and Ethel raise the money they need to travel with a charity scam. Europe isn't ready for the new American invasion. Includes all 26 episodes
4 editions published between 1955 and 2012 in English and held by 166 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
When the Ricardos and Mertzs return from Hollywood, Ricky's band gets booked on an European tour and Fred goes along as the band's manager. Determined not to be left behind, Lucy and Ethel raise the money they need to travel with a charity scam. Europe isn't ready for the new American invasion. Includes all 26 episodes
I love Lucy(
Visual
)
5 editions published in 2002 in English and held by 158 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Lucy thinks Ricky is trying to murder her: A misunderstood conversation overheard by Lucy makes her suspicious of her husband. The Quiz show: To win $1, 000 Lucy pretends to have been married to someone else. The audition: Lucy clowns it up as Buffo the Clown. The seance: Lucy and Ethel become interested in the supernatural
5 editions published in 2002 in English and held by 158 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Lucy thinks Ricky is trying to murder her: A misunderstood conversation overheard by Lucy makes her suspicious of her husband. The Quiz show: To win $1, 000 Lucy pretends to have been married to someone else. The audition: Lucy clowns it up as Buffo the Clown. The seance: Lucy and Ethel become interested in the supernatural
Bataan ; Back to Bataan(
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4 editions published between 2005 and 2006 in English and held by 156 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Bataan: A small band of American soldiers attempts to destroy a strategic bridge during the Japanese invasion of the Philippines in 1942
4 editions published between 2005 and 2006 in English and held by 156 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Bataan: A small band of American soldiers attempts to destroy a strategic bridge during the Japanese invasion of the Philippines in 1942
I love Lucy(
Visual
)
6 editions published between 2002 and 2003 in English and held by 156 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Contains all 35 episodes of the very first season on TV, includes the lost pilot episode
6 editions published between 2002 and 2003 in English and held by 156 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Contains all 35 episodes of the very first season on TV, includes the lost pilot episode
Lucy & Desi : a home movie(
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2 editions published in 2009 in English and held by 107 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Desi and Lucy's daughter, Lucie Arnaz, hosts this emotional and honest glimpse at the extraordinary lives of her world-famous parents, highlighted by never-before-seen color family movies along with insightful interviews from family and friends
2 editions published in 2009 in English and held by 107 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Desi and Lucy's daughter, Lucie Arnaz, hosts this emotional and honest glimpse at the extraordinary lives of her world-famous parents, highlighted by never-before-seen color family movies along with insightful interviews from family and friends
I love Lucy(
Visual
)
3 editions published between 2005 and 2006 in English and held by 7 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The wacky adventures of the zany redheaded Lucy, her beleaguered husband Ricky, and their next-door neighbors Fred and Ethel Mertz
3 editions published between 2005 and 2006 in English and held by 7 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The wacky adventures of the zany redheaded Lucy, her beleaguered husband Ricky, and their next-door neighbors Fred and Ethel Mertz
A book by
Desi Arnaz(
Book
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4 editions published in 1976 in English and Undetermined and held by 4 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Autobiography of the Cuban entertainer
4 editions published in 1976 in English and Undetermined and held by 4 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Autobiography of the Cuban entertainer
The funny world of Lucy(
Visual
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1 edition published in 2000 in English and held by 2 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
More zany moments with that lovable redhead, tracing her career from "I love Lucy" to "The Lucy show", "Here's Lucy", and beyond, while her successful Desilu Productions creates hit shows like "The Untouchables. Buying her former workplace, the RKO Studios, she and Desi launched the ambitious Desilu Playhouse, but business and personal pressures led to divorce, and the end of the Arnazes meanat the end of the Ricardos
1 edition published in 2000 in English and held by 2 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
More zany moments with that lovable redhead, tracing her career from "I love Lucy" to "The Lucy show", "Here's Lucy", and beyond, while her successful Desilu Productions creates hit shows like "The Untouchables. Buying her former workplace, the RKO Studios, she and Desi launched the ambitious Desilu Playhouse, but business and personal pressures led to divorce, and the end of the Arnazes meanat the end of the Ricardos
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- Ball, Lucille 1911-1989 Performer Author Actor
- Frawley, William 1887-1966 Performer Actor
- Vance, Vivian Performer Actor
- Desilu Productions Producer
- Oppenheimer, Jess Author of screenplay Producer Director
- Asher, William 1921-2012 Director
- CBS DVD (Firm) Distributor
- Carroll, Bob Jr 1918-2007 Author of screenplay
- Davis, Madelyn Pugh Author of screenplay
- Daniels, Marc Producer Director
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Alternative Names
Acha, Desiderio Alberto Arnaz y de 1917-1986
Arnaz, Desi 1917-
Arnaz, Desi Jr
Arnaz y de Acha, Desiderio Alberto 1917-1986
Desi Arnaz acteur américain
Desi Arnaz Amerikaans acteur (1917-1986)
Desi Arnaz attore, attore teatrale e musicista statunitense
Desi Arnaz Cuban-born American musician, actor and television producer
Desi Arnaz kubanischer Musiker, Schauspieler, Komiker und Fernsehproduzent
Desi Arnaz kubański aktor, piosenkarz i producent telewizyjny, działający w USA
Ντέζι Αρνάζ Αμερικανός μουσικός, ηθοποιός και τηλεοπτικός παραγωγός Κουβανικής καταγωγής
Дези Арназ американский актёр, музыкант и телепродюсер кубинского происхождения
Деси Арнас
דסי ארנאס שחקן אמריקאי
ديسي أرناز
ദേശി അർനാസ്
데지 아너즈
デジ・アーナズ
德西·阿南茲
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