Nutcracker Sweeties (1997): cast, story & where to watch
1997 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1997, Nutcracker Sweeties is a music film directed by Peter Mumford, running about 35 minutes.
What it’s about. Nutcracker Sweeties is Billy Strayhorn and Duke Ellington’s big band take on the Tchaikovsky classic—The Nutcracker as you've never seen or heard it before! It portrays Broadway and America in the 1940s: full of humor, irony, commentary, swing, and blues. The cast, dressed in an array of glamorous Jasper Conran costumes, includes pom-pom girls, drum majorettes, sailors, GIs and Candy Kane. David Bintley’s choreography is a catwalk of jazz styles. With its eye-catching clothes and flashing neon sets, Nutcracker Sweeties is imaginative, funny and visually irresistible.
Who’s in it. Nutcracker Sweeties stars David Bintley as G.I Bintley, Monica Zamora as Sugar Rum Cherry, Silvia Jimenez as Rock Candy Kane and Reiko Miura as Rock Candy Kane, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Nutcracker Sweeties has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Nutcracker Sweeties page.
If you liked it. Fans of Nutcracker Sweeties tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Nutcracker Sweeties (1997)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Nutcracker Sweeties change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Nutcracker Sweeties worth watching?
- Nutcracker Sweeties holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy music. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Nutcracker Sweeties?
- Nutcracker Sweeties stars David Bintley, Monica Zamora, Silvia Jimenez, Reiko Miura and Nao Sakuma.
- When was Nutcracker Sweeties released?
- Nutcracker Sweeties was released in 1997, with a runtime of about 35 minutes.