Beale Street Mama
"Wives, lock up your husbands! Husbands, run for your lives!"
Originally released in 1946. Beale Street Mama is a comedy film. directed by Spencer Williams. At just 60 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring July Jones, Spencer Williams, and Rosalie Larrimore
Synopsis
The film is set in Memphis, Tennessee and focuses on a street sweeper who comes upon a large parcel of money. He uses the newly acquired wealth to go on a spending spree, with the hope of getting back at an old girlfriend who dumped him for another man. However, complications arise when it is discovered the money is counterfeit.
Quick Facts
Director
Top Cast
July Jones
as July Jones
Spencer Williams
as Bad News Johnson
Rosalie Larrimore
as Mathilda Mae Grimes
Howard Galloway
as Pretty Boy Brown
J.W. (John) Hemmings
as Chief of Police
Montgne McCormy
as Hazel Smith
Mary Louise Stevens
as Rosie Scott
George T. Sutton
as Detective
Allen and Allen
as Entertainers
Joyce McElrath
as Entertainer
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Hollywood Pictures Corporation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beale Street Mama about?
The film is set in Memphis, Tennessee and focuses on a street sweeper who comes upon a large parcel of money. He uses the newly acquired wealth to go on a spending spree, with the hope of getting b...
Who directed Beale Street Mama?
Beale Street Mama was directed by Spencer Williams.
How long is Beale Street Mama?
Beale Street Mama has a runtime of 1 hours and 0 minutes (60 minutes total).
When was Beale Street Mama released?
Beale Street Mama was released on January 1, 1946 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Beale Street Mama?
The main cast of Beale Street Mama includes July Jones, Spencer Williams, Rosalie Larrimore, Howard Galloway, J.W. (John) Hemmings.