When You're Smiling
Originally released in 1950. When You're Smiling is a music film. directed by Joseph Santley. At just 75 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Jerome Courtland, Frankie Laine, and Lola Albright
Synopsis
When You're Smiling is distinguished by the presence of several top recording artists of 1950. The wafer-thin plotline concerns the misadventures of Texan Gerald Durham (Jerome Courtland), who arrives in the Big City to learn the ropes of the music business. Durham not only ends up with a recording contract, but also wins heroine Peggy Martin (Lola Albright) in the bargain. So much for the story. The principal selling card of When You're Smiling consists of the guest-star turns by Frankie Laine, Bob Crosby, The Modernaires, The Mills Brothers, Kay Starr and Billy Daniels.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 30, 1950
75 years ago
Runtime
1h 15m
75 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Columbia Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is When You're Smiling about?
When You're Smiling is distinguished by the presence of several top recording artists of 1950. The wafer-thin plotline concerns the misadventures of Texan Gerald Durham (Jerome Courtland), who arri...
Who directed When You're Smiling?
When You're Smiling was directed by Joseph Santley.
How long is When You're Smiling?
When You're Smiling has a runtime of 1 hours and 15 minutes (75 minutes total).
When was When You're Smiling released?
When You're Smiling was released on August 30, 1950 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in When You're Smiling?
The main cast of When You're Smiling includes Jerome Courtland, Frankie Laine, Lola Albright, Jerome Cowan, Margo Woode.