About this release
The rise to fame of Tommy and Jimmy Dorsey, brothers who achieved stardom as big-band leaders during the swing era, is depicted in this biographical drama. Despite early encouragement from their father, the Dorsey brothers must learn to overcome their sibling rivalry in order to achieve real success.
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Disc 1
DVD
The Fabulous Dorseys (1947)
88 min
MusicRomance
The story of Tommy and Jimmy Dorsey from their boyhood in Pennsylvania through their rise, their breakup, and their personal reunion.
Credits
Director
Alfred E. Green
Writer
Richard English
Art Arthur
Curtis Kenyon
Cast
Tommy Dorseyas Tommy Dorsey
Jimmy Dorseyas Jimmy Dorsey
Janet Blairas Jane Howard
Paul Whitemanas Paul Whiteman
William Lundiganas Bob Burton
Sara Allgoodas Mrs. Dorsey
Dave Willockas Foggy
Arthur Shieldsas Thomas Dorsey Sr.
William Bakewellas Eddie
Art Tatumas Art Tatum
Cinematographer
James Van Trees
Producer
Charles R. Rogers
Release Details
- Packaging
- Keep Case
Images
Catalogue Info
- Added by
- Matthew Simpson
- Date added
- August 17, 2026