The Fighting Drummer (1953)
Original title: Tambour battant
The rivalry between Albert Gambier, head of the municipal brass band, and the jazz band, led by Jacques Hélian, provokes many comic adventures in this small provincial town. Everything will end in songs, thanks to the love uniting Jimmy, the band's composer, and Nicole, Gambier's daughter.
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Sophie LeclairJimmy Gaillard
Roland ArmontelAlbert Gambier
Paul DemangeAlbert DuvaleixMarescot
Charles BouillaudArthur
Alfred AdamFavrol
Alice TissotHortense Gambier, the aunt
André GabrielloBourdelasRita CastelAndré CornilleLou DarleyMovie DNA
PacingShortDirector preference749770Actor preference308454 · 264123 · 470938Country preferenceFrDecade preference1950Runtime preferenceShort
Frequently asked questions about The Fighting Drummer
What is The Fighting Drummer about?
The rivalry between Albert Gambier, head of the municipal brass band, and the jazz band, led by Jacques Hélian, provokes many comic adventures in this small provincial town. Everything will end in songs, thanks to the love uniting Jimmy, the band's composer, and Nicole, Gambier's daughter.
How long is The Fighting Drummer?
The Fighting Drummer has a runtime of 90 minutes.