King of Jazz (1930)

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Audience Score
62
King of Jazz
DirectorJohn Murray Anderson
WriterHarry Ruskin
NR 1 hr 40 minApr 20th, 1930Animation, Music
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Plot
Made during the early years of the movie musical, this exuberant revue was one of the most extravagant, eclectic, and technically ambitious Hollywood productions of its day. Starring the bandleader Paul Whiteman, then widely celebrated as the King of Jazz, the film drew from Broadway variety shows to present a spectacular array of sketches, performances by such acts as the Rhythm Boys (featuring a young Bing Crosby), and orchestral numbers—all lavishly staged by veteran theater director John Murray Anderson.

Movie Details

Theatrical Release:April 20th, 1930
Movie Budget:$2,000,000
Original Language:English
Production Companies:Universal Pictures