Toots
Synopsis
The '40s and '50s were a classic period in New York City nightlife, when the saloonkeeper was king and regular folks could drink with celebrities like Frank Sinatra and Jackie Gleason. In this documentary, Kristi Jacobson profiles her grandfather, the king of kings: Toots Shor of the eponymous restaurant and saloon, which was once the place to be seen in Manhattan. Edward R. Murrow called Toots Shor the owner of America’s greatest saloon. He became the unlikely den-mother to the heroes of America's golden age. Politicians and gangsters, sports heroes and movie stars - Sinatra, Gleason, DiMaggio, Ruth, Costello, Eisenhower, Nixon, Warren - for 30 years, they all found their way to Toots' eponymous saloon on New York's West 51st Street.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
September 14, 2007
Wide Cinema Exhibition
October 21, 2008
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Kristi Jacobson
- Original Score
- Mark Suozzo
- Original Title
- Toots
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 24m
- Production Studios
- Catalyst Films International
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Kristi Jacobson
Mark Suozzo
Lewis Erskine, Penelope Falk
Kristi Jacobson
Department Leadership Roster
Kristi Jacobson
Director
Kristi Jacobson
Producer
Lewis Erskine
Editor
Penelope Falk
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About Toots
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Toots about?
The '40s and '50s were a classic period in New York City nightlife, when the saloonkeeper was king and regular folks could drink with celebrities like Frank Sinatra and Jackie Gleason. In this documentary, Kristi Jacobson profiles her grandfather, the king of kings: Toots Shor of the eponymous restaurant and saloon, which was once the place to be seen in Manhattan. Edward R. Murrow called Toots Shor the owner of America’s greatest saloon. He became the unlikely den-mother to the heroes of America's golden age. Politicians and gangsters, sports heroes and movie stars - Sinatra, Gleason, DiMaggio, Ruth, Costello, Eisenhower, Nixon, Warren - for 30 years, they all found their way to Toots' eponymous saloon on New York's West 51st Street.
Who directed Toots?
Toots was directed by Kristi Jacobson.
Who stars in Toots?
The principal cast of Toots includes Maury Allen, David Lawrence Brown, Dave Anderson.
When was Toots released and how long is it?
Toots was released in 2007 with a total runtime of 1h 24m.
Who composed the musical score for Toots?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Toots was composed by Mark Suozzo.