King of the Roaring 20's – The Story of Arnold Rothstein
“The hell-bent, jazz-crazed era and the man who ruled it all!”
Synopsis
Gambler Arnold Rothstein marries an actress, avenges his buddy and meets an underworld fate.
Top Cast
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David Janssen
Arnold Rothstein
Dianne Foster
Carolyn Green Rothstein
Jack Carson
Timothy W. 'Big Tim' O'Brien
Diana Dors
Madge
Dan O'Herlihy
Detective Phil Butler
Mickey Shaughnessy
Jim Kelly
Keenan Wynn
Tom Fowler
William Demarest
Henry Hecht
Regis Toomey
Bill Baird
Robert Ellenstein
Lenny
Tim Rooney
Johnny Burke as Young Boy
Murvyn Vye
Williams
Jimmy Baird
Arnold Rothstein as Young Boy
Joseph Schildkraut
Abraham Rothstein
Mickey Rooney
Johnny Burke
Fred Aldrich
O'Brien Hood (uncredited)
James Bacon
Investment Man (uncredited)
Brandon Beach
Gambler (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
June 11, 1961
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Joseph M. Newman
- Screenplay & Story
- Jo Swerling, Leo Katcher
- Original Score
- Franz Waxman
- Original Title
- King of the Roaring 20's – The Story of Arnold Rothstein
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 46m
- Production Studios
- Bischoff-Diamond Corporation, Allied Artists
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Joseph M. Newman
Jo Swerling, Leo Katcher
Franz Waxman
Carl E. Guthrie
George White
Samuel Bischoff, David Diamond
Department Leadership Roster
Joseph M. Newman
Director
Jo Swerling
Writer
Samuel Bischoff
Producer
Carl E. Guthrie
Director of Photography
Franz Waxman
Original Music Composer
Roger J. Weinberg
Costume Design
David Diamond
Producer
George White
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About King of the Roaring 20's – The Story of Arnold Rothstein
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is King of the Roaring 20's – The Story of Arnold Rothstein about?
Gambler Arnold Rothstein marries an actress, avenges his buddy and meets an underworld fate.
Who directed King of the Roaring 20's – The Story of Arnold Rothstein?
King of the Roaring 20's – The Story of Arnold Rothstein was directed by Joseph M. Newman.
Who stars in King of the Roaring 20's – The Story of Arnold Rothstein?
The principal cast of King of the Roaring 20's – The Story of Arnold Rothstein includes David Janssen, Dianne Foster, Jack Carson, Diana Dors, Dan O'Herlihy.
When was King of the Roaring 20's – The Story of Arnold Rothstein released and how long is it?
King of the Roaring 20's – The Story of Arnold Rothstein was released in 1961 with a total runtime of 1h 46m.
Who composed the musical score for King of the Roaring 20's – The Story of Arnold Rothstein?
The original motion picture soundtrack for King of the Roaring 20's – The Story of Arnold Rothstein was composed by Franz Waxman.
Is King of the Roaring 20's – The Story of Arnold Rothstein based on a book or true story?
King of the Roaring 20's – The Story of Arnold Rothstein is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Leo Katcher".