
Beat the Band
1947-02-19 · 67 min · ★ 5.5
Singer Ann wants back her money that the manager of a big-band has embezzled.
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- Directors
- John H. Auer
- Production companies
- RKO Radio Pictures
- Countries
- United States of America
- Status
- Released
Top Cast
Frances LangfordAnn Rogers
Ralph EdwardsEddie Martin
Phillip TerryDamon Dillingham
June ClayworthWillow Martin
Mabel PaigeMrs. Peters
Andrew Tombes'Prof' Enrico Blanchetti / Mr. Dillingham
Donald MacBrideP. Aloysius Duff
Mira McKinneyMrs. Elvira Rogers
Grady SuttonHarold
Gene KrupaHimself
Ellen CorbyGertrude's MotherTitle information and images are supplied by TMDb. Explore our discovery guide for advice on comparing metadata and legal viewing options.
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