The Glenn Miller Story
Their Love Made Such Wonderful Music!
1954 • 116 min • Drama · Music · Romance
Synopsis
A vibrant tribute to one of America's legendary bandleaders, charting Glenn Miller's rise from obscurity and poverty to fame and wealth in the early 1940s.
Our family guide
Best from age 7- 100 Reviewers · 1 · 51%
- 70 Audience · 166 · 49%
This biographical musical celebrates the life and music of Glenn Miller, charting his journey from an aspiring musician to a celebrated bandleader. It offers a nostalgic look at the big band era, focusing on his dedication to music and his relationship with his wife.
- Violence & peril
- 1/10
- Language
- 1/10
- Drinking, drugs & smoking
- 2/10
- Romance & sensuality
- 1/10
- Scary moments
- 1/10
Heads up
- Mention of a character's death in wartime
- Period-appropriate smoking and drinking
What it models well
- Perseverance and dedication
- The power of music
- Love and partnership
Talk about it after
- The history of big band music
- The sacrifices of war
- Pursuing your passions
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Top billed cast
Director: Anthony Mann • Crew: Oscar Brodney, Valentine Davies
Trailers & clips
The Glenn Miller Story
Reviewer notes
RecommendedTrusted family reviewersJames Stewart is on engaging form in this biopic of acclaimed American composer and band leader Glenn Miller. A talented trombonist, when he hasn’t got it pawned, he makes his money working in bars and clubs whilst trying to set up a band with his friends.…
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Details
- TMDB audience
- 7.0/10 (166)
- Age rating
- G
- Status
- Released
- IMDb
- tt0047030