Jailhouse Rock
1957 · Movie · NR · 96 min · ★ 6.3 · 74% critics
After serving time for manslaughter, a hot-tempered young man discovers a talent for performing and sets his sights on the music business. With help from people he meets along the way, he breaks through as a rock star, but fame and ambition quickly test his judgment and relationships.
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Details
- Years
- 1957
- Release date
- 1957-01-17
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
- Runtime
- 96 min
- Critic score
- 74/100
- TMDB rating
- 6.3/10 (196 votes)
About
You’ll likely enjoy this if you want classic rock-and-roll energy, memorable musical numbers, and a darker edge than many star vehicles; Not for you if you need a tight story, fast pacing, or a likable lead.
Pros: iconic title-song sequence; great songs throughout; charismatic lead presence | Cons: slow, repetitive story; weak plot development; uneven acting and romance
Themes
- musical
- jail
- rock music
- black and white
- rock musical
Cast & crew
Elvis Presley
as Vince Everett
Judy Tyler
as Peggy Van Alden
Mickey Shaughnessy
as Hunk Houghton
Vaughn Taylor
as Mr. Shores (narrator)
Jennifer Holden
as Sherry Wilson
Dean Jones
as Teddy Talbot
Anne Neyland
as Laury Jackson
Percy Helton
as Sam Brewster (uncredited)
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Tracey Morgan
as Girl in Booth (uncredited)
Scotty Moore
as Guitar Player (uncredited)
Directed by Richard Thorpe