Jailhouse Rock
Elvis in Action as Never Before!
1957 · 1h 36m · Not Rated
Drama, Music
Directed by
Richard Thorpe
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Jailhouse Rock
Overview
Young convict Vince Everett, serving time for manslaughter, discovers his musical talent in prison and becomes a rock and roll star after his release, navigating fame and relationships.
Director and cast
- Richard Thorpe Director
- 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)
- Tracey Morgan as Girl in Booth (uncredited)
- Scotty Moore as Guitar Player (uncredited)
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