King of Jazz
King of Jazz

King of Jazz

(1930)
6.2/10
36 votes
1h 38m
April 20, 1930
"A NEW ERA in sound and color entertainment!"

Overview

Made during the early years of the movie musical, this exuberant revue was one of the most extravagant, eclectic, and technically ambitious Hollywood productions of its day. Starring the bandleader Paul Whiteman, then widely celebrated as the King of Jazz, the film drew from Broadway variety shows to present a spectacular array of sketches, performances by such acts as the Rhythm Boys (featuring a young Bing Crosby), and orchestral numbers—all lavishly staged by veteran theater director John Murray Anderson.

Budget

$2,000,000