The Jolson Story (1946)

Name: The Jolson Story
Genre: Drama, Music
Released: 1946
Duration: 128 min
Rating: 6.6
Cast: Larry Parks, Evelyn Keyes, William Demarest, Bill Goodwin, Ludwig Donath

2h 8m United States of America

Drama Music

Plot

Asa Yoelson, defying his father's dreams of him becoming a cantor, embarks on a journey into the world of entertainment at the dawn of the 20th century. Rebranding himself as Al Jolson, he climbs the vaudeville ladder and becomes part of a blackface minstrel troupe, earning acclaim for his dynamic performances. However, with rising fame comes an inflated sense of self, leading to conflicts in both his professional endeavors and personal relationships. Jolson's story unfolds as a complex tale of ambition, identity, and the costs of success.

Cast

Larry Parks Evelyn Keyes William Demarest Bill Goodwin Ludwig Donath Scotty Beckett Tamara Shayne Jo-Carroll Dennison John Alexander Ernest Cossart Lilian Bond Frank Baker Franklyn Farnum Bess Flowers Sam Harris