King of Jazz (Blu-ray)
A vibrant spectacle from the golden age of musical revues, King of Jazz (1930) brings together the dazzling showmanship of bandleader Paul Whiteman with performances from legends like Bing Crosby, John Boles, Laura La Plante, and Slim Summerville. Directed by John Murray Anderson, this Technicolor gem is a celebration of early jazz and big band music, restored and presented by the Criterion Collection with a wealth of special features for classic cinema lovers and jazz enthusiasts alike.
Key Features
- Starring bandleader Paul Whiteman and early performances by Bing Crosby
- Directed by John Murray Anderson
- Restored edition from the Criterion Collection
- Special Features: Interactive Menus, Bonus Footage, Deleted Scenes
- Includes interviews and expert commentary by leading jazz and film critics
- Region B Blu-ray (UK Edition)
- Originally released in 1930
- Runtime: 98 minutes
Product Details
Format |
Blu-ray / Restored |
Studio |
Criterion Collection |
Catalogue No |
CC2866BDUK |
Barcode |
5050629616538 |
Main Language |
English |
Region |
Region B |
Release Date |
9 Jul 2018 |
Originally Issued |
1930 |
Number of Discs |
1 |
Weight |
110g |
Dimensions |
171 x 2 x 176 mm |
Genre |
Big Band |
BBFC Certification |
TBA |
Rental/Retail |
Retail not for Rental |
Run Time |
98 minutes |