Smoky Mountain Melody (1948)

Cast

• Roy Acuff - Roy Acuff
• Guinn 'Big Boy' Williams - Saddle Grease Williams
• Russell Arms - Bruce 'Kid' Corby
• Sybil Merritt - Mary Files
• Tommy Ivo - Tommy Durkin
• Jason Robards Sr. - Josh Corby
• Harry Cheshire - Doc Moffitt
• Fred F. Sears - Mr. Crump

Screenplay

• Barry Shipman

Themes

Musical Spectacle

Keywords

musical, fiddle

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Smoky Mountain Melody about?

Country-western favorite Roy Acuff and his Smoky Mountain Boys star in the Columbia musical western Smoky Mountain Melody. Not much happens plotwise: Acuff, playing "himself," is a tenderfoot who somehow manages to come out on top when he heads westward. The villains (who aren't all that villainous) try to promote a phony stock deal, but Roy and his pals foils their plans. The comedy honors go to Guinn "Big Boy" Williams as a blowhard sheriff. Smoky Mountain Melody was scripted by Barry Shipman, the son of pioneering female filmmaker Nell Shipman.

Who directed Smoky Mountain Melody?

Smoky Mountain Melody was directed by Ray Nazarro.

Who stars in Smoky Mountain Melody?

Smoky Mountain Melody stars Roy Acuff, Guinn 'Big Boy' Williams, Russell Arms, Sybil Merritt, Tommy Ivo, Jason Robards Sr..

How long is Smoky Mountain Melody?

Smoky Mountain Melody has a runtime of 1h 1m (61 minutes).

What genre is Smoky Mountain Melody?

Smoky Mountain Melody is a Music, Western film.

Where was Smoky Mountain Melody produced?

Smoky Mountain Melody was produced in United States of America.

What are the themes of Smoky Mountain Melody?

The themes of Smoky Mountain Melody include: Musical Spectacle.