

Jailhouse Rock
“Elvis in Action as Never Before!”
After serving time for manslaughter, young Vince Everett becomes a teenage rock star.
Where to watch Jailhouse Rock in United States
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Where is Jailhouse Rock streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Fawesome | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| India | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| United Kingdom | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Canada | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| Australia | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Germany | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| France | — | Apple TV Store, Canal VOD, Amazon Video |
| Spain | Filmin | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Brazil | Oldflix | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Japan | U-NEXT, HBO Max on U-Next | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
About Jailhouse Rock
Jailhouse Rock is a 1957 English-language music and drama film directed by Richard Thorpe. The cast is led by Elvis Presley, Judy Tyler, Mickey Shaughnessy. It has a runtime of 1h 36m. Viewers rate it 6.3/10 across 200 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Fawesome.
Jailhouse Rock was produced by Avon Productions and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer and made in United States of America. It was released on January 17, 1957, and carries a NR certification. Made on a budget of about $1 million, it went on to gross $4 million worldwide.
- Director
- Richard Thorpe
- Writers
- Guy Trosper, Nedrick Young
- Release date
- January 17, 1957
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- NR
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Budget
- $1 million
- Box office
- $4 million
- Production
- Avon Productions, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Jailhouse Rock cast & crew
Jailhouse Rock was directed by Richard Thorpe and written by Guy Trosper and Nedrick Young.
The cast features Elvis Presley as Vince Everett, Judy Tyler as Peggy Van Alden, Mickey Shaughnessy as Hunk Houghton, Vaughn Taylor as Mr. Shores (narrator), Jennifer Holden as Sherry Wilson, and Dean Jones as Teddy Talbot.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Jeff Alexander, cinematography is by Robert J. Bronner, and it was produced by Pandro S. Berman.
Is Jailhouse Rock worth watching?
Jailhouse Rock holds an audience score of 6.3/10 from 197 ratings, a solidly received music films.
At 1h 36m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy music and drama, Jailhouse Rock is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Jailhouse Rock
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Cast of Jailhouse Rock

Elvis Presley
Vince Everett

Judy Tyler
Peggy Van Alden

Mickey Shaughnessy
Hunk Houghton

Vaughn Taylor
Mr. Shores (narrator)

Jennifer Holden
Sherry Wilson

Dean Jones
Teddy Talbot

Anne Neyland
Laury Jackson

Percy Helton
Sam Brewster (uncredited)
Tracey Morgan
Girl in Booth (uncredited)

Scotty Moore
Guitar Player (uncredited)

Bill Black
Bass Player (uncredited)

Mike Stoller
Piano Player (uncredited)
Jailhouse Rock — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Jailhouse Rock in United States?
Jailhouse Rock is streaming on Fawesome in United States.
▸Is Jailhouse Rock on Fawesome?
Yes — Jailhouse Rock is currently available on Fawesome in United States.
▸What language is Jailhouse Rock in?
Jailhouse Rock is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Jailhouse Rock?
Jailhouse Rock runs 1 hours 36 minutes (96 minutes).
▸What is Jailhouse Rock rated?
Jailhouse Rock is rated NR. It holds a 6.3/10 audience score from 197 ratings.











