The Benny Goodman Story (1956): cast, story & where to watch
1956 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 1956, The Benny Goodman Story is a drama and music film directed by Valentine Davies, running about 102 minutes.
What it’s about. Young Benny Goodman is taught clarinet by a music professor. He is advised to play whichever kind of music he likes best, but to make a living, Benny begins by joining the Ben Pollack traveling band.
Who’s in it. The Benny Goodman Story stars Steve Allen as Benny Goodman, Donna Reed as Alice Hammond, Berta Gersten as Mama Goodman and Barry Truex as Benny Goodman (age 16), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, The Benny Goodman Story has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Benny Goodman Story page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Benny Goodman Story tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Benny Goodman Story (1956)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Benny Goodman Story change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Benny Goodman Story worth watching?
- The Benny Goodman Story holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Benny Goodman Story?
- The Benny Goodman Story stars Steve Allen, Donna Reed, Berta Gersten, Barry Truex and Herbert Anderson.
- When was The Benny Goodman Story released?
- The Benny Goodman Story was released in 1956, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.