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      The Five Pennies

      1959, Musical, 1h 57m

      3 Reviews 500+ Ratings

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      Movie Info

      In this film based on a true story, Red Nichols (Danny Kaye) moves from his small town to New York City to become a jazz musician. Although he experiences culture shock, he soon becomes well respected in the clubs, even forming a friendship with Louis Armstrong (Louis Armstrong). After marrying Willa (Barbara Bel Geddes) and having a daughter, Dorothy (Susan Gordon), Red still tours constantly. But, when he learns that Dorothy has polio, he realizes he must rethink his priorities.

      • Genre: Musical

      • Original Language: English

      • Director: Melville Shavelson

      • Producer: Jack Rose

      • Release Date (Theaters):  wide

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      • Distributor: Paramount Pictures

      • Production Co: Paramount Pictures, Dena Productions

      • Sound Mix: Stereo

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      • May 21, 2008

        Nice Jazz drama. Kaye gives a good performance and nice cameos by Jazz greats.

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      • Sep 12, 2007

        Not a typical Danny Kaye character, but a beautiful story of a family's struggles. And yes, Kaye still gets in a few laughs.

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