Rock Around the Clock (1956)
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A frustrated big-band promoter runs in to rock-and-rollers Bill Haley and the Comets at a small-town dance. He quickly becomes their manager and, with the help of Alan Freed, hopes to bring the new sound to the entire country. But will a conniving booking agent, with a personal ax to grind with the manager, conspire to keep the band from making the big time?
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Johnny JohnstonSteve Hollis
Alix TaltonCorinne Talbot
Lisa GayeLisa Johns
John ArcherMike Dodd
Henry SlateCorny LaSalleEarl BartonJimmy JohnsBill HaleyHimself
Alan FreedHimselfFreddie BellHimself
Tony MartinezHimself
Harry TylerMotel Manager
Lynette BernayGirl at Strawberry Springs Dance (uncredited)Keywords
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What is Rock Around the Clock about?
A frustrated big-band promoter runs in to rock-and-rollers Bill Haley and the Comets at a small-town dance. He quickly becomes their manager and, with the help of Alan Freed, hopes to bring the new sound to the entire country. But will a conniving booking agent, with a personal ax to grind with the manager, conspire to keep the band from making the big time?
How long is Rock Around the Clock?
Rock Around the Clock has a runtime of 77 minutes.
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