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When eviction threatens their nightclub, musicians twist into trouble with unexpected art thieves.

TWIST ALL NIGHT

1961 · 1h 16m · NR · Comedy / Musical · IMDB TMDB

A number of musicians including Louis Evans become concerned when it appears they will be evicted from their nightclub. He and girlfriend Jenny Watson accidentally encounter a group of art thieves in the process.

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What is Twist All Night about?

Twist All Night is a 1961 American comedy-musical film directed by William J. Hole Jr. and Allan David about nightclub musicians who, while facing eviction, accidentally encounter a group of art thieves.

Programmer's Pick

If your idea of culture is shaking it to the twist while dodging art thieves, Twist All Night delivers. Louis Prima brings his signature energy, and the film never misses a chance to wedge in another musical number. The plot is light, but the party is relentless.

— SassyFlix Programmer

Overview

Twist All Night brings together the world of struggling nightclub musicians and the wilder side of 1960s pop culture. Louis Evans and his fellow bandmates face the looming threat of eviction from their beloved club, a crisis that puts their future—and their music—at risk. Alongside his girlfriend Jenny Watson, Louis’s problems quickly multiply after an accidental run-in with a group of art thieves. Set against the backdrop of the twist dance craze, the film mixes musical performances, comedic moments, and a dash of criminal misadventure, promising a playful, music-fueled romp for fans of early '60s kitsch.

Details & Specs

Directors
William J. Hole Jr., Allan David
Writer
Berni Gould
Release
1961
Runtime
1h 16m
Genres
Comedy, Musical
Also Known As
The Young and the Cool, The Continental Twist (original title)

Cast & Crew

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Directors: William J. Hole Jr. +1 more Writer: Berni Gould
Louis Prima Louis Prima June Wilkinson June Wilkinson Sam Butera Sam Butera Gertrude Michael Gertrude Michael DW David Whorf HT Hal Torey TP Ty Perry FS Fred Sherman Dick Winslow Dick Winslow

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Why Cult

Twist Craze Musical Numbers

The film is unabashedly built around the twist dance phenomenon, serving up musical performances at every turn.

Louis Prima In Action

Jazz legend Louis Prima stars as Louis Evans, bringing his lively persona and musical chops directly to the screen.

Nightclub Eviction Comedy

The musicians’ desperate bid to save their nightclub sets the stage for slapstick mishaps and comedic hijinks.

Art Thieves Misadventure

A run-in with art thieves adds a quirky, crime-caper twist to the otherwise music-filled plot.

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Questions from the Vault

When was Twist All Night released? +

Twist All Night was released in 1961.

Who directed Twist All Night? +

Twist All Night was directed by William J. Hole Jr. and Allan David.

How long is Twist All Night? +

Twist All Night has a runtime of 76 minutes.

What genre is Twist All Night? +

Twist All Night is a comedy-musical.

Where can I watch Twist All Night? +

Twist All Night is available to watch on SassyFlix.

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