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The Five Pennies

67% | Jun 18, 1959 | Drama, Music

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.

Featured Crew

Melville Shavelson
Director
John P. Fulton
Special Effects

Cast

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Danny Kaye
Red Nichols
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Barbara Bel Geddes
Wila Stutsman
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Louis Armstrong
Louis Armstrong
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Harry Guardino
Tony Valani
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Bob Crosby
Wil Paradise

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