Movie spotlight
Shy milkman Burleigh Sullivan accidentally knocks out drunken Speed McFarlane, a champion boxer who was flirting with Burleigh's sister. The newspapers get hold of the story and photographers even catch Burleigh knock out Speed again. Speed's crooked manager decides to turn Burleigh into a fighter. Burleigh doesn't realize that all of his opponents have been asked to take a dive. Thinking he really is a great fighter, Burleigh develops a swelled head which puts a crimp in his relationship with pretty nightclub singer Polly Pringle. He may finally get his comeuppance when he challenges Speed for the title.
A mild-mannered milkman named Burleigh Sullivan dreams of becoming a world-famous opera singer, much to the dismay of his wrestling-obsessed family. When he accidentally knocks out a star boxer, he's convinced to step into the ring himself. He navigates the rough world of professional boxing while trying to maintain his true passion for singing and finding love along the way.
The Kid from Brooklyn was a commercial success upon its release, praised for its energetic performances, particularly from Danny Kaye, and its blend of comedy and musical numbers. While some critics found the plot somewhat formulaic, the film's overall lightheartedness and Kaye's star power made it a popular choice for audiences.
Danny Kaye's signature comedic and musical talents are on full display.
The film offers a charming, albeit predictable, rags-to-riches story.
Vera-Ellen and Virginia Mayo provide lively supporting performances.
Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed the film's humor and musical numbers, highlighting Danny Kaye's performance as the main draw. Some found the boxing plot a bit thin but appreciated the overall lighthearted entertainment.
None notable.
Danny Kaye's character, Burleigh Sullivan, was originally intended to be a singer who accidentally becomes a boxer, but the script was revised to make him a boxer who secretly dreams of being a singer, allowing for more comedic conflict.
AI-generated overview · Verify ratings on official sources
This is very much a vehicle for Danny Kaye, and I was never his greatest fan. That said, he does a decent job holding this together. When his sister "Susie" (Vera-Ellen) is facing some unwanted attention from Steve Cochran's boxer "Speed Mc...