Birth of Jazz (1932): cast, story & where to watch
1932 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 1932, Birth of Jazz is an animation film directed by Manny Gould, running about 6 minutes.
What it’s about. Impressive early music synchronization with fevered visuals, 1930s-cartoony to the point of being camp. Classical themes: "Moonlight Sonata", "Poet and Peasant Overture". Popular themes: "Down Home Rag", "St. Louis Blues".
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, Birth of Jazz sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Birth of Jazz page.
If you liked it. Fans of Birth of Jazz tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Birth of Jazz (1932)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Birth of Jazz change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Birth of Jazz worth watching?
- Birth of Jazz holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was Birth of Jazz released?
- Birth of Jazz was released in 1932, with a runtime of about 6 minutes.