Casablanca Movie Poster

Q: My father-in-law had a “Casablanca” movie poster that was displayed in the theater when the movie was showing, and a “Casablanca” photo book written by Rudy Behlmer. The poster is 28 inches by 20 inches. The book includes photographs from the move as well as a picture of the poster that we have. Printed on the photo book is “For Promotional Use Only. Not Intended For Individual Resale.” What is their value?

A: “Casablanca” was a 1942 movie about wartime and romance starring Humphrey Bogart and Ingrid Bergman. It won the Academy Award for Best Picture. Movie posters, lobby cards, press books and other memorabilia are collectible. The photo book might sell for as little as $5, but your original poster could be worth much more. Price depends on size, design, condition and rarity. The standard one sheet movie poster is 27 by 41 inches. If you want to sell your poster and photo book, contact an auction house that specializes in movie memorabilia. Posters of popular movies have been copied, so be sure to include any information you have that proves your poster is an original displayed in a movie theater.