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The Jazz Singer (1980)

English romance film directed by Richard Fleischer, Sidney J. Furie

Film facts

Runtime
1h 55m 115 min
Released
19 December 1980
Language
English

Runtime from public film data. Ratings are added as boards issue them.

The Jazz Singer has a runtime of 1 hour 55 minutes (115 min). The English film released on 19 December 1980. It is directed by Richard Fleischer and Sidney J. Furie and stars Neil Diamond, Laurence Olivier and Lucie Arnaz.

Cast and crew

Cinematography
Isidore Mankofsky
Produced by
Jerry Leider
Production
EMI Films
Distribution
ITC Entertainment

Box office, awards and more

Awards
Golden Raspberry Award for Worst Actor; Golden Raspberry Award for Worst Supporting Actor - Razzie Award
Based on
The Jazz Singer
Set in
New York City, Los Angeles

Release and where to watch

In theatres
19 December 1980
First shown
17 December 1980 festival or first country
On OTT
Not announced yet. We add the platform and date once the makers confirm them.

Questions people ask

What is the runtime of The Jazz Singer?

The Jazz Singer has a runtime of 1 hour 55 minutes, or 115 min.

When did The Jazz Singer release?

The Jazz Singer released on 19 December 1980.

Who directed The Jazz Singer?

The Jazz Singer is directed by Richard Fleischer and Sidney J. Furie.

Who is in the cast of The Jazz Singer?

The cast of The Jazz Singer includes Neil Diamond, Laurence Olivier, Lucie Arnaz, Catlin Adams, Franklyn Ajaye and Paul Nicholas.

Is The Jazz Singer based on a true story or a book?

The Jazz Singer is based on The Jazz Singer.

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Updated 11 November 2026 by Pragati. Cast and crew from Wikidata. Found a mistake? Tell us.