James Stewart plays Glenn Miller, June Allyson plays Helen Miller, and Harry Morgan plays Chummy MacGregor in the 1954 biographical film The Glenn Miller Story.
Main cast
- Glenn MillerJames StewartMain
- Helen MillerJune AllysonMain
- Chummy MacGregorHarry MorganMain
Supporting cast
- Si SchribmanCharles DrakeSupp
- Don HaynesGeorge TobiasSupp
- Mr. Miller (Glenn’s father)Louis CalhernSupp
- Mrs. Miller (Glenn’s mother)Mary WickesSupp
- General ArnoldBarton MacLaneSupp
- Katherine (Helen’s mother)Frances LangfordSupp
- Benny GoodmanBenny GoodmanSupp
- Gene KrupaGene KrupaSupp
- Louis ArmstrongLouis ArmstrongSupp
Guest & voice
- Colonel SpauldingIrving BaconGuest
- Mr. SchwartzSig RumanGuest
- Pee Wee (band member)James BellGuest
- Narrator (voice)Art GilmoreVoice
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About this cast
The Glenn Miller Story is a 1954 biographical film directed by Anthony Mann, starring James Stewart as the legendary bandleader Glenn Miller. The film chronicles Miller’s rise to fame, his marriage to Helen, and his mysterious disappearance during World War II, featuring performances of his iconic music.
FAQs
Who plays Glenn Miller in The Glenn Miller Story?
James Stewart plays Glenn Miller in the 1954 film The Glenn Miller Story.
Is The Glenn Miller Story historically accurate?
The film takes dramatic liberties, particularly with the timeline and some events, but it captures the essence of Miller’s career and his music. Many real-life musicians appear as themselves, such as Louis Armstrong and Gene Krupa.
Who played Helen Miller in The Glenn Miller Story?
June Allyson played Helen Miller, Glenn Miller’s wife, in the film.
Did any real musicians appear in The Glenn Miller Story?
Yes, several jazz legends appear as themselves, including Benny Goodman, Gene Krupa, and Louis Armstrong.
What is the Glenn Miller Story about?
The film is a biographical drama about the life of bandleader Glenn Miller, from his early struggles to his rise to fame and his mysterious disappearance in 1944 during World War II.
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