Jolson Sings Again (1949)
The rest of the Jolson story
In this sequel to The Jolson Story, we pick up the singer's career just as he has returned to the stage after a premature retirement. But his wife has left him and the appeal of the spotlight isn't what it used to be. This time Jolson trades in the stage for life in the fast lane: women, horses, travel. It takes the death of Moma Yoelson and World War II to bring Jolson back to earth - and to the stage. Once again teamed with manager Steve Martin, Jolson travels the world entertaining troops everywhere from Alaska to Africa. When he finally collapses from exhaustion it takes young, pretty nurse Ellen Clark to show him there's more to life than "just rushing around".
Cast
- Larry Parks - Al Jolson / Himself
- Barbara Hale - Ellen Clark
- William Demarest - Steve Martin
- Ludwig Donath - Cantor Yoelson
- Bill Goodwin - Tom Baron
- Myron McCormick - Ralph Bryant
- Tamara Shayne - Moma Yoelson
- Bing Crosby - Himself (voice) (uncredited)
- Al Jolson - Himself (singing voice) (uncredited)
- Nelson Leigh - Theater Manager (uncredited)
Screenplay
- Sidney Buchman (Screenplay)
Themes
Musician Biographies, Historical Figures and Biographies, Behind the Music: Artist Biopics
Keywords
biography, historical figure, sequel
Trailer
Jolson Sings Again TrailerFrequently Asked Questions
- What is Jolson Sings Again about?
- In this sequel to The Jolson Story, we pick up the singer's career just as he has returned to the stage after a premature retirement. But his wife has left him and the appeal of the spotlight isn't what it used to be. This time Jolson trades in the stage for life in the fast lane: women, horses, travel. It takes the death of Moma Yoelson and World War II to bring Jolson back to earth - and to the stage. Once again teamed with manager Steve Martin, Jolson travels the world entertaining troops everywhere from Alaska to Africa. When he finally collapses from exhaustion it takes young, pretty nurse Ellen Clark to show him there's more to life than "just rushing around".
- Who directed Jolson Sings Again?
- Jolson Sings Again was directed by Henry Levin.
- Who stars in Jolson Sings Again?
- Jolson Sings Again stars Larry Parks, Barbara Hale, William Demarest, Ludwig Donath, Bill Goodwin, Myron McCormick.
- How long is Jolson Sings Again?
- Jolson Sings Again has a runtime of 1h 36m (96 minutes).
- What genre is Jolson Sings Again?
- Jolson Sings Again is a Drama, Music film.
- Where was Jolson Sings Again produced?
- Jolson Sings Again was produced in United States of America.
- What are the themes of Jolson Sings Again?
- The themes of Jolson Sings Again include: Musician Biographies, Historical Figures and Biographies, Behind the Music: Artist Biopics.