
The Five Pennies
The Five Pennies
Release: 1959-06-18·Runtime: 117m·★ 6.9
DramaMusic
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.
Production Countries
United States of America
Production Companies
Dena Productions
Trailers & Videos
Cast
Bob Crosbyas Wil Paradise
Susan Gordonas Young Dorothy Nichols
Ray Anthonyas Jimmy Dorsey
Shelly Manneas Dave Tough
Toby Michaelsas Girl at Birthday Party
Barbara Bel Geddesas Wila Stutsman
Louis Armstrongas Louis Armstrong
Danny Kayeas Red Nichols
Harry Guardinoas Tony Valani
Tuesday Weldas Teenaged Dorothy Nichols
Valerie Allenas Tommye Eden
Cindy Carolas Girl at Birthday Party
Robert Banasas Dancer at College Prom
Charles Herbertas Patient
Bobby Troupas Artie SchuttCrew
" />Sam ComerSet Decoration
" />Melville ShavelsonDirector, Screenplay
" />Sylvia FineSongs
" />Daniel L. FappDirector of Photography
" />Leith StevensConductor, Original Music Composer
" />Jack RoseProducer, Screenplay
" />Red NicholsMusician
" />Edith HeadCostume Design
" />Wally WestmoreMakeup Supervisor