St. Louis Blues
"The glitter and glory story of the man whose rhythm and blues beat became all America's heartbeat!"
Originally released in 1958. St. Louis Blues is a drama/history film. directed by Allen Reisner.
Starring Nat King Cole, Eartha Kitt, and Cab Calloway
Synopsis
Will Handy grows up in Memphis with his preacher father and his Aunt Hagar. His father intends for him to use his musical gifts only in church, but he can't stay away from the music of the streets and workers. After he writes a theme song for a local politician, Gogo, a speakeasy singer, convinces Will to be her accompanist. Will is estranged from his father for many years while he writes and publishes many blues songs. At last the family is reunited when Gogo brings them to New York to see Will's music played by a symphony orchestra.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 7, 1958
67 years ago
Runtime
1h 45m
105 minutes total
User Rating
7.6/10
Great (5 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Paramount Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Louis Blues about?
Will Handy grows up in Memphis with his preacher father and his Aunt Hagar. His father intends for him to use his musical gifts only in church, but he can't stay away from the music of the streets ...
Who directed St. Louis Blues?
St. Louis Blues was directed by Allen Reisner.
How long is St. Louis Blues?
St. Louis Blues has a runtime of 1 hours and 45 minutes (105 minutes total).
When was St. Louis Blues released?
St. Louis Blues was released on April 7, 1958 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in St. Louis Blues?
The main cast of St. Louis Blues includes Nat King Cole, Eartha Kitt, Cab Calloway, Ella Fitzgerald, Mahalia Jackson.