

Blue Rhythm
Synopsis
Mickey plays a bluesy tune on a piano on a stage. Minnie sings. Then an unseen band plays while both sing and dance. Mickey then leads the 9-piece band in an uptempo number, with Pluto on trombone, Horace on percussion, and Clarabelle on bass, among others. Mickey steps out for a clarinet solo.
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August 17, 1931
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Burt Gillett
- Original Score
- W. C. Handy
- Original Title
- Blue Rhythm
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 7m
- Production Studios
- Walt Disney Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Burt Gillett
W. C. Handy
Department Leadership Roster
Burt Gillett
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Blue Rhythm
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Blue Rhythm about?
Mickey plays a bluesy tune on a piano on a stage. Minnie sings. Then an unseen band plays while both sing and dance. Mickey then leads the 9-piece band in an uptempo number, with Pluto on trombone, Horace on percussion, and Clarabelle on bass, among others. Mickey steps out for a clarinet solo.
Who directed Blue Rhythm?
Blue Rhythm was directed by Burt Gillett.
Who stars in Blue Rhythm?
The principal cast of Blue Rhythm includes Walt Disney, Marcellite Garner.
When was Blue Rhythm released and how long is it?
Blue Rhythm was released in 1931 with a total runtime of 7m.
Who composed the musical score for Blue Rhythm?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Blue Rhythm was composed by W. C. Handy.















