Ding Dong Williams
Synopsis
Ding Dong Williams, a clarinet player who can neither read nor write music is employed at a motion picture studio. The studio plans to use him and his six-piece band but his musical deficiencies are discovered and the plan scrapped. But the secretary of the head of the music department intercedes on his behalf and he is given a chance in the film.
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Glen Vernon
Ding Dong Williams
Marcy McGuire
Miss Angela Jones
Felix Bressart
Hugo Meyerheld
Anne Jeffreys
Vanessa Page
James Warren
Steve Moore
William B. Davidson
Mr. Saul Dana
Tommy Noonan
Zang
Cliff Nazarro
Zing
Ruth Lee
Laura Cooper
Jason Robards Sr.
Director Kenmore
Bob Nolan
Bob - Sons of the Pioneers Leader
Richard Korbel
Introducing 11-year Old Concert Pianist
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 15, 1946
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- William Berke
- Screenplay & Story
- Brenda Weisberg, M. Coates Webster
- Original Title
- Ding Dong Williams
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 1m
- Production Studios
- RKO Radio Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
William Berke
Brenda Weisberg, M. Coates Webster
Frank Redman
Les Millbrook
Herman Schlom
Department Leadership Roster
Brenda Weisberg
Screenplay
M. Coates Webster
Screenplay
William Berke
Director
Herman Schlom
Producer
Frank Redman
Director of Photography
Les Millbrook
Editor
Renié
Costume Design
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ding Dong Williams
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Ding Dong Williams about?
Ding Dong Williams, a clarinet player who can neither read nor write music is employed at a motion picture studio. The studio plans to use him and his six-piece band but his musical deficiencies are discovered and the plan scrapped. But the secretary of the head of the music department intercedes on his behalf and he is given a chance in the film.
Who directed Ding Dong Williams?
Ding Dong Williams was directed by William Berke.
Who stars in Ding Dong Williams?
The principal cast of Ding Dong Williams includes Glen Vernon, Marcy McGuire, Felix Bressart, Anne Jeffreys, James Warren.
When was Ding Dong Williams released and how long is it?
Ding Dong Williams was released in 1946 with a total runtime of 1h 1m.