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The Five Pennies

The Five Pennies

Dixieland cornetist Red Nichols runs into opposition to his sound, but breaks through to success. He marries a warm, patient woman and even finds time to raise a family. Then tragedy strikes when their daughter contracts polio.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Five Pennies
  • Genres: Drama, Music
  • Release Date: 1959-06-18
  • Runtime: 117 minutes
  • Rating: 6.712/10 (26 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Dena Productions
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 2.8639
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Danny Kaye

Danny Kaye

as Red Nichols

Barbara Bel Geddes

Barbara Bel Geddes

as Wila Stutsman

Louis Armstrong

Louis Armstrong

as Louis Armstrong

Harry Guardino

Harry Guardino

as Tony Valani

Bob Crosby

Bob Crosby

as Wil Paradise

Bobby Troup

Bobby Troup

as Artie Schutt

Susan Gordon

Susan Gordon

as Young Dorothy Nichols

Tuesday Weld

Tuesday Weld

as Teenaged Dorothy Nichols

Ray Anthony

Ray Anthony

as Jimmy Dorsey

Shelly Manne

Shelly Manne

as Dave Tough

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Five Pennies?

The Five Pennies is a Drama, Music movie directed by . It was released on 1959-06-18.

Who are the main actors in The Five Pennies?

The main cast includes Danny Kaye, Barbara Bel Geddes, Louis Armstrong, Harry Guardino, Bob Crosby, .

Where can I watch The Five Pennies online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Five Pennies is available.

Is The Five Pennies based on a true story?

No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.

What is the IMDb rating of The Five Pennies?

The Five Pennies has an IMDb rating of 6.712/10 based on 26 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Five Pennies?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Five Pennies?

The soundtrack was composed by Dena Productions. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Five Pennies filmed?

The Five Pennies was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Five Pennies?

The total runtime of The Five Pennies is 117 minutes.

Is The Five Pennies suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to The Five Pennies?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Five Pennies.

Does The Five Pennies have a post-credit scene?

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