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The Glenn Miller Story (1954) Characters, Setting & Themes Explained
- Release, runtime and language
- 1954 · 116 mins · English
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- Directed by
- Anthony Mann
- Starring
- Harry Morgan, James Stewart, Irving Bacon, Louis Armstrong, Sig Ruman, Frances Langford
A vibrant tribute to one of America’s legendary bandleaders, charting Glenn Miller’s rise from obscurity and poverty to fame and wealth in the early 1940s. The story showcases his musical career, the development of his celebrated swing ensemble, and the love that fueled his unforgettable sound.
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