
Coney Island

Storyline & Plot Summary
Set at the turn of the century, smooth talking con man Eddie Johnson weasels his way into a job at friend and rival Joe Rocco's Coney Island night spot. Eddie meets the club's star attraction (and Joe's love interest), Kate Farley, a brash singer with a penchant for flashy clothes. Eddie and Kate argue as he tries to soften her image. Eventually, Kate becomes the toast of Coney Island and the two fall in love. Joe then tries to sabotage their marriage plans.
Production Details
Cast

Betty Grable
Kate Farley

George Montgomery
Eddie Johnson

Cesar Romero
Joe Rocco

Phil Silvers
Frankie

Charles Winninger
Finnigan

Matt Briggs
William Hammerstein

Phyllis Kennedy
Dolly

Paul Hurst
Louie

Andrew Tombes
Horace Carter

Frank Orth
Bartender

Libby Taylor
Libby

Bess Flowers
Society Patron at Ocean Gardens

Byron Foulger
Church Organist

Hermes Pan
Specialty Dancer
Leo Diamond
Solidaires Leader
Herbert Ashley
Heckler

Eddie Borden
Man in Carnival Crowd
George Boyce
Chorus Boy

Yakima Canutt
Saloon Waiter in Brawl

Ruth Clifford
Saloon Patron
Audience Reviews & Detailed Breakdown
Read and share community scores for Coney Island
An absolute masterpiece of modern cinema! The character arcs are deeply emotional and the musical score heightens every single scene.
Great pacing throughout the entire story. The leads have insane chemistry together. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a compelling watch.





