Jolson Sings Again
“The rest of the Jolson story”
Synopsis
In this sequel to The Jolson Story, we pick up the singer's career just as he has returned to the stage after a premature retirement. But his wife has left him and the appeal of the spotlight isn't what it used to be. This time Jolson trades in the stage for life in the fast lane: women, horses, travel. It takes the death of Moma Yoelson and World War II to bring Jolson back to earth - and to the stage. Once again teamed with manager Steve Martin, Jolson travels the world entertaining troops everywhere from Alaska to Africa. When he finally collapses from exhaustion it takes young, pretty nurse Ellen Clark to show him there's more to life than "just rushing around".
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Jolson Sings Again - Trailer (1949)
Type: Trailer • Published 2007-02-17
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Larry Parks
Al Jolson / Self
Barbara Hale
Ellen Clark
William Demarest
Steve Martin
Ludwig Donath
Cantor Yoelson
Bill Goodwin
Tom Baron
Myron McCormick
Ralph Bryant
Tamara Shayne
Moma Yoelson
Bing Crosby
Himself (voice) (uncredited)
Al Jolson
Himself (singing voice) (uncredited)
Nelson Leigh
Theater Manager (uncredited)
Wanda Perry
Lady (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
August 17, 1949
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Henry Levin
- Screenplay & Story
- Sidney Buchman
- Original Score
- George Duning, Morris Stoloff
- Original Title
- Jolson Sings Again
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Production Studios
- Sidney Buchman Enterprises, Columbia Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Henry Levin
Sidney Buchman
George Duning, Morris Stoloff
William E. Snyder
Department Leadership Roster
Henry Levin
Director
Sidney Buchman
Screenplay
William E. Snyder
Director of Photography
George Duning
Original Music Composer
Morris Stoloff
Original Music Composer
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Jolson Sings Again
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What is Jolson Sings Again about?
In this sequel to The Jolson Story, we pick up the singer's career just as he has returned to the stage after a premature retirement. But his wife has left him and the appeal of the spotlight isn't what it used to be. This time Jolson trades in the stage for life in the fast lane: women, horses, travel. It takes the death of Moma Yoelson and World War II to bring Jolson back to earth - and to the stage. Once again teamed with manager Steve Martin, Jolson travels the world entertaining troops everywhere from Alaska to Africa. When he finally collapses from exhaustion it takes young, pretty nurse Ellen Clark to show him there's more to life than "just rushing around".
Who directed Jolson Sings Again?
Jolson Sings Again was directed by Henry Levin.
Who stars in Jolson Sings Again?
The principal cast of Jolson Sings Again includes Larry Parks, Barbara Hale, William Demarest, Ludwig Donath, Bill Goodwin.
When was Jolson Sings Again released and how long is it?
Jolson Sings Again was released in 1949 with a total runtime of 1h 36m.
Who composed the musical score for Jolson Sings Again?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Jolson Sings Again was composed by George Duning, Morris Stoloff.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Jolson Sings Again?
Jolson Sings Again holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).