The Benny Goodman Story (1956) | Streaming Guide & Showtimes
The Benny Goodman Story (1956) — Young Benny Goodman is taught clarinet by a music professor. He is advised to play
The Benny Goodman Story (1956) Storyline
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.
Full Cast & Crew
- Steve Allen as Benny Goodman
- Donna Reed as Alice Hammond
- Berta Gersten as Mama Goodman
- Barry Truex as Benny Goodman (age 16)
- Herbert Anderson as John Hammond Jr.
- Robert F. Simon as Papa Dave Goodman
- Hy Averback as Willard Alexander - Benny's manager
- Sammy Davis Sr. as Fletcher Henderson
- Dick Winslow as Gil Rodin
- Shepard Menken as Harry Goodman
- Jack Kruschen as 'Murph' Podolsky - riverboat band Mgr.
- Wilton Graff as John Hammond Sr.
- Fred Essler as Prof Schoepp
- David Kasday as Benny Goodman (age 10 )
- John Erman as Harry Goodman (age 16 )
Why Watch The Benny Goodman Story?
The Vibe: The Benny Goodman Story is a emotionally complex and thought-provoking drama movie that firmly establishes itself as a must-watch from 1956. The pacing and atmosphere are perfectly calibrated to keep you engaged from start to finish.
Fan Reception: While holding a polarized score of 6.3/10, it retains a dedicated audience who appreciate its specific stylistic choices and unique premise.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for viewers who appreciate deep character studies and powerful performances. If you enjoy character-driven arcs layered with drama-specific tropes, this deserves a spot on your watchlist.
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