King Creole
"A STORY PULSING WITH THE HEARTBEAT OF TODAY'S YOUTH!"
Originally released in 1958. King Creole is a drama/music film. directed by Michael Curtiz.
Starring Elvis Presley, Carolyn Jones, and Walter Matthau
Synopsis
Danny Fisher, young delinquent, flunks out of high school. He quits his job as a busboy in a nightclub, and one night he gets the chance to perform. Success is imminent and the local crime boss Maxie Fields wants to hire him to perform at his night club The Blue Shade. Danny refuses, but Fields won't take no for an answer.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 2, 1958
67 years ago
Runtime
1h 56m
116 minutes total
User Rating
6.3/10
Good (109 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Paramount Pictures
- Hal Wallis Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is King Creole about?
Danny Fisher, young delinquent, flunks out of high school. He quits his job as a busboy in a nightclub, and one night he gets the chance to perform. Success is imminent and the local crime boss Max...
Who directed King Creole?
King Creole was directed by Michael Curtiz.
How long is King Creole?
King Creole has a runtime of 1 hours and 56 minutes (116 minutes total).
When was King Creole released?
King Creole was released on July 2, 1958 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in King Creole?
The main cast of King Creole includes Elvis Presley, Carolyn Jones, Walter Matthau, Dolores Hart, Dean Jagger.
Is King Creole worth watching?
King Creole has a user rating of 6.3/10 based on 109 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.