Crashing Las Vegas
Crashing Las Vegas

Crashing Las Vegas

1956Movie62 minEnglish

An electric shock enables Sach to predict numbers, so the Bowery Boys are off to Las Vegas to win enough money at the roulette wheels to let their landlady buy an apartment building. Witnessing his winning streak, some gangsters decide to move in and find out his "system" for beating the odds.

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: Jean YarbroughGenres: Comedy, Western

Plot Summary

A group of hopeful but untalented musicians travel to Las Vegas with dreams of hitting it big. They encounter a series of chaotic and comedic misadventures as they try to make their way in the glittering city. Their journey is filled with mistaken identities, near-disasters, and a desperate attempt to win a talent contest.

Critical Reception

Crashing Las Vegas is a lighthearted B-movie comedy primarily aimed at fans of musical Westerns and its lead actors. While not critically acclaimed, it offered simple entertainment with its musical numbers and slapstick humor, finding a modest audience in its niche.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its energetic musical performances, particularly from Hank Penny.
  • Noted for its predictable but amiable comedic plot.
  • Considered a pleasant, if unremarkable, slice of 1950s musical comedy.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this older film, but where available, it's often described as a fun, lighthearted musical with a simple plot that doesn't take itself too seriously.

Fun Fact

The film features country music star Hank Penny in a prominent starring role, showcasing his singing and yodeling talents.

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