
Song and Dance Man
Seen it?1936 | 67 min | Drama, Music
Why it’s a Monday Morning Maybe
With almost no lasting buzz and soft box office, this one could be a tough watch. Keep your phone handy.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Right up the alley of music lovers and anyone who loves a strong drama. The music is woven into the story, not just laid on top. If you loved Fame or Yankee Doodle Dandy, start here.
- The mood
- Thoughtful and character-driven.
- The pace
- Character-first and patient, at 1 hr 7 min. An easy one to fit in on a school night.
- What might put you off
- Made in 1936: an older pace and style.
- Not the one if you want explosions or easy laughs.
Julia and Hap are a dance team. He drinks and gambles, she succeeds for a while with the help of producer Alan.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsNot counted
Not enough reviews on record yet
- AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
- AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
- Reach & staying powerBelow par
Streaming release that reached a small audience so far; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactWeak
About 876 people sought it out in the past year
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Yankee Doodle DandyFriday Night FlickAnother critically acclaimed musical drama that fewer people know today.
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Cast & crew
Directed by Allan Dwan
- Claire TrevorJulia Carroll
- Paul KellyHap Farrell
- Michael WhalenAlan Davis
- Ruth DonnellyPatsy O'Madigan
- James BurkeLt. Mike Boyle
- Helen TroySally
- Lester MatthewsC. B. Nelson
- Margaret DumontMrs. Whitney
- Ralf HaroldeCrosby
- Gloria RoyDolores