St. Louis Blues
"Queen of the Blues"
Originally released in 1929. St. Louis Blues is a music/drama film. directed by Dudley Murphy. At just 16 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Bessie Smith, James P. Johnson, and Alec Lovejoy
Synopsis
In this all-black cast short, legendary blues singer Bessie Smith finds her gambler lover Jimmy messin' with a pretty, younger woman; he leaves and she sings the blues, with chorus and dancers.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 8, 1929
96 years ago
Runtime
0h 16m
16 minutes total
User Rating
5.3/10
Mixed (22 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- RKO Radio Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Louis Blues about?
In this all-black cast short, legendary blues singer Bessie Smith finds her gambler lover Jimmy messin' with a pretty, younger woman; he leaves and she sings the blues, with chorus and dancers.
Who directed St. Louis Blues?
St. Louis Blues was directed by Dudley Murphy.
How long is St. Louis Blues?
St. Louis Blues has a runtime of 0 hours and 16 minutes (16 minutes total).
When was St. Louis Blues released?
St. Louis Blues was released on September 8, 1929 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in St. Louis Blues?
The main cast of St. Louis Blues includes Bessie Smith, James P. Johnson, Alec Lovejoy, Jimmy Mordecai, Isabel Washington.