The Jazz Singer
"His story will make you cry. His music will make you sing. His triumph will make you cheer."
Originally released in 1980. The Jazz Singer is a drama/music film. directed by Richard Fleischer.
Starring Neil Diamond, Laurence Olivier, and Lucie Arnaz
Synopsis
A young Jewish man is torn between tradition and individuality when his old-fashioned family objects to his career as a jazz singer.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 17, 1980
45 years ago
Runtime
1h 55m
115 minutes total
User Rating
5.9/10
Mixed (70 votes)
Budget
$13M
Production budget
Box Office
$27.1M
2.1x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
+ 1 more
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $13,000,000
- Revenue
- $27,118,000
Production Companies
- EMI Films
- The Jerry Leider Company
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Jazz Singer about?
A young Jewish man is torn between tradition and individuality when his old-fashioned family objects to his career as a jazz singer.
Who directed The Jazz Singer?
The Jazz Singer was directed by Richard Fleischer.
How long is The Jazz Singer?
The Jazz Singer has a runtime of 1 hours and 55 minutes (115 minutes total).
When was The Jazz Singer released?
The Jazz Singer was released on December 17, 1980 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Jazz Singer?
The main cast of The Jazz Singer includes Neil Diamond, Laurence Olivier, Lucie Arnaz, Catlin Adams, Franklyn Ajaye.