Legendary Casting Director Discusses Grease, Jason Bateman, and Cheers
Eyewitness History · Eyewitness History
August 15, 202349m 37s
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Show Notes
Joel Thurm was one of the most admired, powerful, and accomplished casting directors in Hollywood. It was during his years as Vice President of Talent and Casting for both Paramount Television and NBC that he discovered the remarkable Phoenix family from which River and Joaquin became A-list movie stars. Here, Thurm tells the stories of his key involvement in such iconic movies and shows as Grease, Airplane!, Cheers, Silver Spoons, and more.
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