Strike Up the Band
"The merriest pair on the screen!"
Originally released in 1940. Strike Up the Band is a comedy/music film. directed by Busby Berkeley. With a runtime of 2h 0m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Mickey Rooney, Judy Garland, and June Preisser
Synopsis
Jimmy and Mary get a group of kids together to play in a school orchestra. A huge contest between schools is coming up and they have a hard time raising money to go to Chicago for the contest.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 27, 1940
85 years ago
Runtime
2h 0m
120 minutes total
User Rating
6.4/10
Good (25 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Mickey Rooney
as Jimmy Connors
Judy Garland
as Mary Holden
June Preisser
as Barbara Frances Morgan
William Tracy
as Phillip Turner
Larry Nunn
as Willie Brewster
Paul Whiteman
as Paul Whiteman
Margaret Early
as Annie
Ann Shoemaker
as Mrs. Connors
Francis Pierlot
as Mr. Judd
Virginia Brissac
as Mrs. May Holden
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Strike Up the Band about?
Jimmy and Mary get a group of kids together to play in a school orchestra. A huge contest between schools is coming up and they have a hard time raising money to go to Chicago for the contest.
Who directed Strike Up the Band?
Strike Up the Band was directed by Busby Berkeley.
How long is Strike Up the Band?
Strike Up the Band has a runtime of 2 hours and 0 minutes (120 minutes total).
When was Strike Up the Band released?
Strike Up the Band was released on September 27, 1940 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Strike Up the Band?
The main cast of Strike Up the Band includes Mickey Rooney, Judy Garland, June Preisser, William Tracy, Larry Nunn.