Swing It
Originally released in 1936. Swing It is a music film. directed by Leslie Goodwins. At just 16 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Louis Prima, Lucille Ball, and Pee Wee Russell
Synopsis
Louis Prima, between song numbers, tells how he happened to get a job in a Hollywood cafe playing music while a couple, unrelated to anything else, play a slot machine in the background. This short was reissued in 1944 and again in 1952. Lucille Ball has a bit part. Song numbers include; "Way Down Yonder in New Orleans", "Up a Lazy River", "Dinah","Basin Street Blues" and "Johnny Get Your Gun."
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 30, 1936
89 years ago
Runtime
0h 16m
16 minutes total
User Rating
4.2/10
Mixed (5 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- RKO Radio Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Swing It about?
Louis Prima, between song numbers, tells how he happened to get a job in a Hollywood cafe playing music while a couple, unrelated to anything else, play a slot machine in the background. This short...
Who directed Swing It?
Swing It was directed by Leslie Goodwins.
How long is Swing It?
Swing It has a runtime of 0 hours and 16 minutes (16 minutes total).
When was Swing It released?
Swing It was released on June 30, 1936 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Swing It?
The main cast of Swing It includes Louis Prima, Lucille Ball, Pee Wee Russell.