St. Louis Blues
“The glitter and glory story of the man whose rhythm and blues beat became all America's heartbeat!”
Overview
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.
Top-billed cast
- NNat King Cole
- EEartha Kitt
- CCab Calloway
- EElla Fitzgerald
- MMahalia Jackson
- RRuby Dee
- JJuano Hernández
- TTeddy Buckner
- BBarney Bigard
- GGeorge 'Red' Callender
Crew
- Director
- Allen Reisner
- Writers
- Spencer Williams, Mack David, Martha Koenig, Mercedes Gilbert, Ted Sherdeman
- Producer
- Robert Smith
- Production
- Paramount Pictures
Frequently asked questions
What is St. Louis Blues rated?
St. Louis Blues has an audience rating of 7.7 out of 10 from 7 votes.
Who directed St. Louis Blues?
St. Louis Blues was directed by Allen Reisner.
When was St. Louis Blues released?
St. Louis Blues was released in 1958.
