The Jolson Story
"The Music... The Magic... The Times... of America's Greatest Entertainer."
Originally released in 1946. The Jolson Story is a drama/music film. directed by Alfred E. Green. With a runtime of 2h 8m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Larry Parks, Evelyn Keyes, and William Demarest
Synopsis
At the turn of the 20th century, young Asa Yoelson decides to go against the wishes of his cantor father and pursue a career in show business. Gradually working his way up through the vaudeville ranks, Asa — now calling himself Al Jolson — joins a blackface minstrel troupe and soon builds a reputation as a consummate performer. But as his career grows in size, so does his ego, resulting in battles in business as well as in his personal life.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 10, 1946
79 years ago
Runtime
2h 8m
128 minutes total
User Rating
6.6/10
Good (17 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Larry Parks
as Al Jolson
Evelyn Keyes
as Julie Benson
William Demarest
as Steve Martin
Bill Goodwin
as Tom Baron
Ludwig Donath
as Cantor Yoelson
Scotty Beckett
as Asa Yoelson
Tamara Shayne
as Mrs. Yoelson
Jo-Carroll Dennison
as Ann Murray
John Alexander
as Lew Dockstader
Ernest Cossart
as Father McGee
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Columbia Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Jolson Story about?
At the turn of the 20th century, young Asa Yoelson decides to go against the wishes of his cantor father and pursue a career in show business. Gradually working his way up through the vaudeville ra...
Who directed The Jolson Story?
The Jolson Story was directed by Alfred E. Green.
How long is The Jolson Story?
The Jolson Story has a runtime of 2 hours and 8 minutes (128 minutes total).
When was The Jolson Story released?
The Jolson Story was released on October 10, 1946 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Jolson Story?
The main cast of The Jolson Story includes Larry Parks, Evelyn Keyes, William Demarest, Bill Goodwin, Ludwig Donath.