Spreadin' the Jam
Synopsis
A young woman who is unable to pay her rent gets some unexpected help when the other tenants throw a last-minute rent party in her apartment. In the process, they all charm the landlady out of a year's rent. The entire story is told in song (swing music) and dance (Jitterbug, Lindy Hop etc.).
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Release History & Theatrical Window
October 27, 1945
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Charles Walters
- Screenplay & Story
- Sid Kuller
- Original Title
- Spreadin' the Jam
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 10m
- Production Studios
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Charles Walters
Sid Kuller
Jackson Rose
George Hively
Sam Baerwitz
Department Leadership Roster
Charles Walters
Director
Sam Baerwitz
Producer
George Hively
Editor
Sid Kuller
Screenplay
Jackson Rose
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About Spreadin' the Jam
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What is Spreadin' the Jam about?
A young woman who is unable to pay her rent gets some unexpected help when the other tenants throw a last-minute rent party in her apartment. In the process, they all charm the landlady out of a year's rent. The entire story is told in song (swing music) and dance (Jitterbug, Lindy Hop etc.).
Who directed Spreadin' the Jam?
Spreadin' the Jam was directed by Charles Walters.
Who stars in Spreadin' the Jam?
The principal cast of Spreadin' the Jam includes Jan Clayton, Ben Lessy, Helen Boyce, Les Brown.
When was Spreadin' the Jam released and how long is it?
Spreadin' the Jam was released in 1945 with a total runtime of 10m.