Prima Donna (1956)
A famous singer discovers a newsboy with vocal talent, but he would rather play baseball than develop his singing skills. She'd like to persuade his parents of his potential, but confusion arises when they arrive to discuss the matter.
Director: David Butler
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 25 min
Release Date: February 1, 1956
Cast
- Jeanette MacDonald - Martha Blessing
- Laraine Day - Laraine Day
- Leo Durocher - Leo Durocher
- Jerome Cowan - Lewis
- Jacqueline deWit - Emmy
- Jane Darwell - Lena
- Alfred Caiazza - Johnny Durocher
- Jack Lomas - Tad - Accompanist
- David Butler - Self - Introduction
Screenplay
- Gene Raymond
- Peter Milne
- Gene Raymond (Story)
- James J. Geller (Story Editor)
Music: Leon Klatzkin
Editing: Bert Jordan
Language: English
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Prima Donna about?
- A famous singer discovers a newsboy with vocal talent, but he would rather play baseball than develop his singing skills. She'd like to persuade his parents of his potential, but confusion arises when they arrive to discuss the matter.
- Who directed Prima Donna?
- Prima Donna was directed by David Butler.
- Who stars in Prima Donna?
- Prima Donna stars Jeanette MacDonald, Laraine Day, Leo Durocher, Jerome Cowan, Jacqueline deWit, Jane Darwell.
- How long is Prima Donna?
- Prima Donna has a runtime of 25m (25 minutes).
- What genre is Prima Donna?
- Prima Donna is a Drama film.