The Five Pennies

(1959)Directed by Melville Shavelson117 minDrama, Music

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.

Danny Kayeas Red Nichols
Barbara Bel Geddesas Wila Stutsman
Louis Armstrongas Louis Armstrong
Harry Guardinoas Tony Valani
Bob Crosbyas Wil Paradise
Bobby Troupas Artie Schutt
Susan Gordonas Young Dorothy Nichols
Tuesday Weldas Teenaged Dorothy Nichols
Ray Anthonyas Jimmy Dorsey
Shelly Manneas Dave Tough
Ray Daleyas Glenn Miller
Valerie Allenas Tommye Eden
Cindy Carolas Girl at Birthday Party
Robert Banasas Dancer at College Prom
Toby Michaelsas Girl at Birthday Party
Charles Herbertas Patient
John Bensonas Musician
EBEarl Bartonas Choreographer
HGHerschel Grahamas Hotel Guest (uncredited)
LFLynn Fieldsas Girl at Birthday Party (uncredited)