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1956116 minDrama, Music

The Benny Goodman Story

Is The Benny Goodman Story a Hit or Flop?

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Is The Benny Goodman Story worth watching? With a rating of 6.3/10, this Drama, Music film is a mixed-bag for fans of the genre. Read on for our detailed analysis and user reviews.

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The Benny Goodman Story Synopsis

Young Benny Goodman is taught clarinet by a music professor. He is advised to play whichever kind of music he likes best, but to make a living, Benny begins by joining the Ben Pollack traveling band.

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Top Cast

Steve Allen
Steve AllenBenny Goodman
Donna Reed
Donna ReedAlice Hammond
Berta Gersten
Berta GerstenMama Goodman
Barry Truex
Barry TruexBenny Goodman (age 16)
Herbert Anderson
Herbert AndersonJohn Hammond Jr.
Robert F. Simon
Robert F. SimonPapa Dave Goodman
Hy Averback
Hy AverbackWillard Alexander - Benny's manager
Sammy Davis Sr.
Sammy Davis Sr.Fletcher Henderson
Dick Winslow
Dick WinslowGil Rodin
Shepard Menken
Shepard MenkenHarry Goodman

Frequently Asked Questions

Is The Benny Goodman Story worth watching?

The Benny Goodman Story has received mixed reviews with a 6.3/10 rating. It might be worth watching if you're a fan of Drama, Music movies.

Is The Benny Goodman Story hit or flop?

The Benny Goodman Story has received average ratings (6.3/10), performing moderately with audiences.

What genre is The Benny Goodman Story?

The Benny Goodman Story is a Drama, Music movie that Young Benny Goodman is taught clarinet by a music professor. He is advised to play whichever kind of music he likes best, but to make a living, Benny ...

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