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1958105 minDrama, History

St. Louis Blues

Is St. Louis Blues a Hit or Flop?

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Is St. Louis Blues worth watching? With a rating of 7.6/10, this Drama, History film is a must-watch hit for fans of the genre. Read on for our detailed analysis and user reviews.

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St. Louis Blues 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.

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Top Cast

Nat King Cole
Nat King ColeW.C. Handy
Eartha Kitt
Eartha KittGogo Germaine
Cab Calloway
Cab CallowayBlade
Ella Fitzgerald
Ella FitzgeraldSinger
Mahalia Jackson
Mahalia JacksonBessie May
Ruby Dee
Ruby DeeElizabeth
Juano Hernández
Juano HernándezRev. Charles Handy
Teddy Buckner
Teddy BucknerMusician
Barney Bigard
Barney BigardMusician
George 'Red' Callender
George 'Red' CallenderMusician

Frequently Asked Questions

Is St. Louis Blues worth watching?

Yes, St. Louis Blues is definitely worth watching! With a rating of 7.6/10, it's highly recommended for fans of Drama, History movies.

Is St. Louis Blues hit or flop?

Based on audience ratings (7.6/10), St. Louis Blues is considered a hit among viewers.

What genre is St. Louis Blues?

St. Louis Blues is a Drama, History movie that 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...

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