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You Don't Know Jack: The Jack Soo Story
You Don't Know Jack: The Jack Soo Story
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  2. You Don't Know Jack: The Jack Soo Story

You Don't Know Jack: The Jack Soo Story

2009
1h 10m
Documentary

Status

Released

Release

2009

Runtime

1h 10m

Where to Watch

Available options inUS

Provider type

Streaming

2
HBO Max
HBO Max Amazon Channel

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5
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Apple TV Store
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Storyline

"From behind barbed wire to Broadway and Barney Miller... Jack Soo never gave up on his dreams."

The film tells actor Jack Soo's story through a montage of film and television clips, rare footage, interviews with family members, friends, co-workers, and others who knew him best. From his early appearances on programs such as The Jack Benny Show and Valentines' Day, Soo's life is examined both in the historical context of the times, and the grandeur of an earlier Hollywood where stars like Soo succeeded in a multitude of artistic mediums, reminiscent of vaudevillian times. From Soo's early training as an announcer and stand-up comic, to his singing, acting and dancing career on Broadway, culminating with his signature role as Detective Nick Yemana, Soo's unique talent and dedication to his craft are fully explored and captured through a dazzling kaleidoscope of images, music, montages, interviews and stories.

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Details

Status
Released
Runtime
1h 10m
Mar 15, 2009
Languages
English
Director
Jeff Adachi
Jeff Adachi
Production Countries
United States of America

Top Cast

8 Cast Members

George Takei

George Takei

Self

Nancy Kwan

Nancy Kwan

Self

Irene Tsu

Irene Tsu

Self

Alvin Ing

Alvin Ing

Self

Hal Kanter

Hal Kanter

Self

Steve Landesberg

Steve Landesberg

Self

Max Gail

Max Gail

Self

Jack Soo

Jack Soo

Self (archive footage)

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