The Five Pennies
Originally released in 1959. The Five Pennies is a drama/music film. directed by Melville Shavelson.
Starring Danny Kaye, Barbara Bel Geddes, and Louis Armstrong
Synopsis
Dixieland cornetist Red Nichols runs into opposition to his sound, but breaks through to success. He marries a warm, patient woman and even finds time to raise a family. Then tragedy strikes when their daughter contracts polio.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 18, 1959
66 years ago
Runtime
1h 57m
117 minutes total
User Rating
6.8/10
Good (28 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Danny Kaye
as Red Nichols
Barbara Bel Geddes
as Wila Stutsman
Louis Armstrong
as Louis Armstrong
Harry Guardino
as Tony Valani
Bob Crosby
as Wil Paradise
Bobby Troup
as Artie Schutt
Susan Gordon
as Young Dorothy Nichols
Tuesday Weld
as Teenaged Dorothy Nichols
Ray Anthony
as Jimmy Dorsey
Shelly Manne
as Dave Tough
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Dena Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Five Pennies about?
Dixieland cornetist Red Nichols runs into opposition to his sound, but breaks through to success. He marries a warm, patient woman and even finds time to raise a family. Then tragedy strikes when t...
Who directed The Five Pennies?
The Five Pennies was directed by Melville Shavelson.
How long is The Five Pennies?
The Five Pennies has a runtime of 1 hours and 57 minutes (117 minutes total).
When was The Five Pennies released?
The Five Pennies was released on June 18, 1959 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Five Pennies?
The main cast of The Five Pennies includes Danny Kaye, Barbara Bel Geddes, Louis Armstrong, Harry Guardino, Bob Crosby.