What is The Joker is Wild?
The Joker is Wild is a film first released in 1957. Catalogued under Drama.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1957
- Release date
- Sep 26, 1957
- Genres
- Drama
- Updated
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- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 8.1/10
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The Joker is Wild is a film first released in 1957. Catalogued under Drama.
Should you watch it?
“A 1950s drama about a crooner whose career ends after a mob boss slashes his throat.”
- Compelling biographical drama
- Strong period atmosphere
- Notable lead performance
- Length may feel extended
- Violent injury scene may unsettle
Watch it if you enjoy biographical dramas about entertainers confronting mob violence.
The film includes violent injury and mature themes, making it appropriate for adult viewers.
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When was The Joker is Wild released?
It was released in the United States on September 26, 1957.
What is the runtime of the film?
The film runs for approximately 2 hours and 6 minutes.
What genre does the movie belong to?
It is classified as a drama.
Who is the film about?
The story centers on Joe E. Lewis, a popular singer and comedian of the 1920s‑1950s.
What era does the story take place in?
It is set during the Prohibition era, focusing on nightclub life.
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