Priorities on Parade
"THE FIRST BIG SWING SHOW OF THE SWING SHIFT!"
Originally released in 1942. Priorities on Parade is a music/comedy film. directed by Albert S. Rogell. At just 79 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Ann Miller, Johnny Johnston, and Jerry Colonna
Synopsis
Band leader Johnny Draper auditions his band, the Dixie Pixies, at the Eagle Aircraft Co., hoping to be hired to play for the workers in the plant. However, personnel manager E. V. Hartley can only offer them regular jobs, and when Johnny inspires the Dixie Pixies to work in the plant, lead singer and dancer Donna D'Arcy leaves the band for a singing job at the Club Martel in downtown Los Angeles.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 23, 1942
83 years ago
Runtime
1h 19m
79 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Ann Miller
as Donna D'Arcy
Johnny Johnston
as Johnny Draper
Jerry Colonna
as Jeep Jackson
Betty Jane Rhodes
as Lee Davis
Barbara Jo Allen
as Mariposa Ginsbotham
Harry Barris
as Harvey Erkimer
Eddie Quillan
as Sticks O'Hara
Dave Willock
as Push Gasper
Nick Cockrane
as Frank - Cornetist
Rod Cameron
as Stage Manager
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Paramount Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Priorities on Parade about?
Band leader Johnny Draper auditions his band, the Dixie Pixies, at the Eagle Aircraft Co., hoping to be hired to play for the workers in the plant. However, personnel manager E. V. Hartley can only...
Who directed Priorities on Parade?
Priorities on Parade was directed by Albert S. Rogell.
How long is Priorities on Parade?
Priorities on Parade has a runtime of 1 hours and 19 minutes (79 minutes total).
When was Priorities on Parade released?
Priorities on Parade was released on July 23, 1942 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Priorities on Parade?
The main cast of Priorities on Parade includes Ann Miller, Johnny Johnston, Jerry Colonna, Betty Jane Rhodes, Barbara Jo Allen.