The Singing Kid (1936)

Cast

• Al Jolson - Al Jackson
• Sybil Jason - Sybil Haines
• Beverly Roberts - Ruth Haines
• Edward Everett Horton - Davenport Rogers
• Lyle Talbot - Bob Carey
• Allen Jenkins - Joe Eddy
• Claire Dodd - Dana Lawrence
• Jack Durant - Babe
• Frank Mitchell - Dope
• Wini Shaw - Blackface Singer

Screenplay

• Pat C. Flick (Screenplay)
• Harold Arlen (Lyricist)
• Warren Duff (Screenplay)
• E.Y. Harburg (Lyricist)
• Robert Lord (Story)

Themes

Opera Stage and Dramatic Arias, Soul Music and Diva Power, Musician Biographies

Keywords

singer, nervous breakdown, blackface, broadway star

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Singing Kid about?

Neurotic Broadway star Al Jackson faces professional ruin when he loses his voice. While recuperating in the country, he falls in love with farm girl Ruth Haines, the pretty aunt of precocious little Sybil Haines.

Who directed The Singing Kid?

The Singing Kid was directed by William Keighley.

Who stars in The Singing Kid?

The Singing Kid stars Al Jolson, Sybil Jason, Beverly Roberts, Edward Everett Horton, Lyle Talbot, Allen Jenkins.

How long is The Singing Kid?

The Singing Kid has a runtime of 1h 25m (85 minutes).

What genre is The Singing Kid?

The Singing Kid is a Drama, Music film.

Where was The Singing Kid produced?

The Singing Kid was produced in United States of America.

What are the themes of The Singing Kid?

The themes of The Singing Kid include: Opera Stage and Dramatic Arias, Soul Music and Diva Power, Musician Biographies.