The Gene Krupa Story
He hammered out the savage tempo of the jazz era!
The story of legendary jazz drummer, Gene Krupa. Since his youth, all Gene ever wanted to do is play the drums and make music. This is something his parents would not approve of- they want him to be a priest. When Gene's father dies he promises to enter the priesthood. He soon realizes that he doesn't belong there and leaves to join his friend, Eddie's band. Ethel, Eddie's girlfriend, convinces Gene to go to New York and make it big. The 3 of them head to New York. Here Ethel and Gene soon fall in love and Gene makes a name for himself. Gene starts to live in the fast lane, with drugs, alcohol, women and parties. Ethel, unhappy with Gene's lifestyle, leaves him. Gene soon "hits rock bottom" where he has to face reality and choose where to take his life.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: The Gene Krupa Story
- Genres: Drama, Music
- Release Date: 1959-12-01
- Runtime: 101 minutes
- Rating: 7/10 (6 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: Columbia Pictures
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 1.2116
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Sal Mineo
as Gene Krupa
Susan Kohner
as Ethel Maguire
James Darren
as Eddie Sirota
Susan Oliver
as Dorissa Dinell
Yvonne Craig
as Gloria Corregio
Lawrence Dobkin
as Speaker Willis
Celia Lovsky
as Mother
Red Nichols
as Himself
Bobby Troup
as Tommy Dorsey
Anita O'Day
as Herself
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Trailers & Clips
1959 - Gene Krupa Story (Trailer)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Gene Krupa Story?▼
The Gene Krupa Story is a Drama, Music movie directed by . It was released on 1959-12-01.
Who are the main actors in The Gene Krupa Story?▼
The main cast includes Sal Mineo, Susan Kohner, James Darren, Susan Oliver, Yvonne Craig, .
Where can I watch The Gene Krupa Story online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Gene Krupa Story is available.
Is The Gene Krupa Story based on a true story?▼
He hammered out the savage tempo of the jazz era!
What is the IMDb rating of The Gene Krupa Story?▼
The Gene Krupa Story has an IMDb rating of 7/10 based on 6 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Gene Krupa Story?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Gene Krupa Story?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Columbia Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Gene Krupa Story filmed?▼
The Gene Krupa Story was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Gene Krupa Story?▼
The total runtime of The Gene Krupa Story is 101 minutes.
Is The Gene Krupa Story suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Gene Krupa Story?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Gene Krupa Story.
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