Alexander's Ragtime Band
"An American Cavalcade!"
Originally released in 1938. Alexander's Ragtime Band is a music/drama film. directed by Henry King.
Starring Tyrone Power, Alice Faye, and Don Ameche
Synopsis
Classical violinist Roger Grant disappoints his family and teacher when he organizes a jazz band, but he and the band become successful. Roger falls in love with the band's singer, Stella, but his reluctance to lose her leads him to thwart her efforts to become a solo star. When the World War separates them in 1917, Stella marries Roger's best friend and, when Roger returns home after the war, an important concert at Carnegie Hall brings the corners of the romantic triangle together.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 24, 1938
87 years ago
Runtime
1h 46m
106 minutes total
User Rating
6.7/10
Good (29 votes)
Budget
$2M
Production budget
Box Office
$4M
2.0x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Tyrone Power
as Alexander - Roger Grant
Alice Faye
as Stella Kirby
Don Ameche
as Charlie Dwyer
Ethel Merman
as Jerry Allen
Jack Haley
as Davey Lane
Jean Hersholt
as Prof. Heinrich
Helen Westley
as Aunt Sophie
John Carradine
as Speakeasy Doorman
Paul Hurst
as Bill Mulligan
Wally Vernon
as Wally Vernon
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $2,000,000
- Revenue
- $4,000,000
Production Companies
- 20th Century Fox
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alexander's Ragtime Band about?
Classical violinist Roger Grant disappoints his family and teacher when he organizes a jazz band, but he and the band become successful. Roger falls in love with the band's singer, Stella, but his ...
Who directed Alexander's Ragtime Band?
Alexander's Ragtime Band was directed by Henry King.
How long is Alexander's Ragtime Band?
Alexander's Ragtime Band has a runtime of 1 hours and 46 minutes (106 minutes total).
When was Alexander's Ragtime Band released?
Alexander's Ragtime Band was released on May 24, 1938 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Alexander's Ragtime Band?
The main cast of Alexander's Ragtime Band includes Tyrone Power, Alice Faye, Don Ameche, Ethel Merman, Jack Haley.