The Jolson Story

Plot Summary

At the turn of the 20th century, young Asa Yoelson decides to go against the wishes of his cantor father and pursue a career in show business. Gradually working his way up through the vaudeville ranks, Asa — now calling himself Al Jolson — joins a blackface minstrel troupe and soon builds a reputation as a consummate performer. But as his career grows in size, so does his ego, resulting in battles in business as well as in his personal life.

Top Cast

Larry Parks Al Jolson

Evelyn Keyes Julie Benson

William Demarest Steve Martin

Bill Goodwin Tom Baron

Ludwig Donath Cantor Yoelson