Plot — What is Satchmo the Great about?
In this 1957 biography film of the jazz-great Louis "Satchmo" Armstrong, he and his band tour the world as American good-will ambassadors bring jazz at its best to the people of the world. Within the film, the life of Louis Armstrong is portrayed through the music. One of the outstanding scenes in this "biography/docudrama" shows blind songwriter W. C. Handy, with tears streaming down his face, as Armstrong, backed by Leonard Bernstein leading the New York Philharmonic Orchestra, play Handy's immortal "St. Louis Blues."
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 1957 |
| Genre | Music, Documentary |
| Language | English |
| Runtime | 63 min |
| Audience Score | 65% (6.5/10, 2 votes) |
Satchmo the Great — FAQ
Is Satchmo the Great worth watching? Satchmo the Great holds a 6.5/10 rating from 2 viewers. In this 1957 biography film of the jazz-great Louis "Satchmo" Armstrong, he and his band tour the world as American good-will ambassadors bring jazz at its best to the people of the world. Within the film, the life of Lo
Who is in the cast of Satchmo the Great? It stars Louis Armstrong, Leonard Bernstein, Edward R. Murrow.
Where can I stream Satchmo the Great? You can stream Satchmo the Great on Stingray Djazz Amazon Channel. Availability may vary by region.
When did Satchmo the Great release? It released in 1957.
