Published 19:25 IST, August 6th 2020

'On the Town' cast list includes Gene Kelly, Frank Sinatra, among other legends

The 1949 released film On the town stars Gene Kelly, Frank Sinatra,  Betty Garret, Ann Miller, Jules Munshin and Vera-Ellen among others. See On the town cast.

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movie On Town is a 1949 released technicolour movie directed by Gene Kelly and Stanley Donen in ir directorial debut film. 40s film features Kelly himself, Frank Sinatra, Betty Garrett, Ann Miller, Jules Munshin and Vera-Ellen among ors. musical film is based on Broway st musical of same name from 1944, which was itself an aptation of Jerome Robbins ballet titled Fancy Free, released in 1944 itself. 

music of film was highly popular, which was given by Leonard Bernstein and Roger Edens. famous classic songs included tracks like New York, New York, Lonely Town, I Can Cook, Too and Some Or Time. story of  musical film was based on 3 American sailors who are on a 24-hour leave in New York City and how y connect with lies. 

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'On Town' cast:

Gene Kelly as Gabey

Gene Kelly is best kwn for his performances in movies like On Town (1949), Paris (1951), Anchors Aweigh (1945), Singin' in Rain (1952), For Me and My Gal (1942), Du Barry Was a Ly (1943), Thousands Cheer (1943),  Pirate (1948), It's Always Fair Wear (1955), Inherit Wind (1960) and What a Way to Go! (1964) to name s few. 

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Frank Sinatra as Chip

Francis Albert Sinatra was a popular and influential American singer, actor and producer from  20th century. He is one of best-selling music artists whose songs sold more than 150 million records in worldwide collections during his time. His debut album  Voice of Frank Sinatra received a lot of attention from audience. 

Betty Garrett as Brunhilde Esterhazy

Betty Garrett was a popular American actress, comedian, singer and dancer. Betty is kwn to have appeared in many musical films and Broway appearances as well as few TV series. She was later kwn for her roles in 70s sitcom including All in Family as Irene Lorenzo as well as landly Edna Babish in Laverne & Shirley. She has also given appearances in TV shows like Grey's Anatomy, Boston Public and Becker and many Broway show revivals as well. 

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Ann Miller as Claire Huddesen

Johnnie Lucille Collier who was professionally kwn as Ann Miller was a popular dancer, singer and actress. She is remembered for her work in musicals from 1940s and 50s like Frank Capra's You Can't Take It with You (1938), Marx Bros film Room Service (1938). Vincent Minnelli's Easter Pare (1948), Stanley Donen's On Town (1949), George Sidney's Kiss Me Kate (1953) and David Lynch's Mulholland Drive (2001).

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Jules Munshin as Ozzie

Jules Munshin was a famous Broway actor, comedian and singer who was kwn for his work in Call me Mister,  Gay Life and Barefoot in Park. He appeared in musicals produced by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer like Easter Pare, Take Me Out to Ball Game, On Town and Silk Stockings. He h also served in United States Army during World War II.

Vera-Ellen as Ivy Smith

Vera-Ellen was a popular American dancer and actress kwn for her iconic solo performances. She was also kwn for her st performances with dance partners including Fred Astaire, Gene Kelly, Danny Kaye, and Donald O'Conr. In movies, she was remembered for her roles in On Town with Kelly and White Christmas with Kaye.

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Florence Bates as Mame Dilyovska

Florence Bates was an iconic American film and st character actress. She was kwn for playing grande dame characters in supporting roles for various movies. She played role of Mame Dilyovska in musical On Town

Alice Pearce as Lucy Shmeeler

Alice Pearce was an American actress who was introduced in Hollywood by Gene Kelly himself. She reprised her role from On Town Broway performance in  musical movie. She is kwn for her comedy roles in many movies before she me her mark as neighbour Glys Kravitz in TV sitcom called Bewitched in 1964.

George Meer as Professor

George Meer was seen in role of Professor in 1949 released On Town. He was kwn for his role in DIE TOTE STT by Korngold. He was also seen in major roles in operas by Richard Wagner, like his role as David in MEISTERSINGER. He was also seen as Mime in SIEGFRIED.

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Promo Im courtesy: A still from On town trailer

19:24 IST, August 6th 2020