Blue Rhythm (1931): Cast & Plot
Blue Rhythm is a 1931 short animated comedy directed by Burt Gillett, starring Walt Disney as Mickey Mouse (voice) (uncredited) and Marcellite Garner. It runs 7 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 7 min
- Director
- Burt Gillett
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Walt Disney Productions
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Blue Rhythm About?
The premise of Blue Rhythm without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Mickey opens the show by playing a bluesy piano riff onstage, joined by Minnie’s vocal line. An unseen band backs them as they both sing and dance, then Mickey cues the full nine‑piece ensemble for an upbeat number, featuring Pluto on trombone, Horace on percussion and Clarabelle on bass. The piece culminates with Mickey stepping forward for a spirited clarinet solo, highlighting the troupe’s jazzy talent.
Blue Rhythm Themes & Keywords
· 33 tags- 1930s
- pluto the dog character
- mickey mouse character
- minnie mouse character
- horace horsecollar character
- clarabelle cow character
- trombone
- stage
- piano
- clarinet
- xylophone
- tuba
+21 more Show fewer
- trumpet
- singing
- singer
- pianist
- mouse
- flute
- exposed underwear
- dancing
- dancer
- conductor
- cartoon mouse
- cartoon horse
- cartoon dog
- cartoon cow
- bass violin
- autonomous shadow
- anthropomorphism
- anthropomorphic animal
- horse
- dog
- cow
Blue Rhythm Cast & Characters
Walt Disney leads the cast as Mickey Mouse (voice) (uncredited), with Marcellite Garner as Minnie Mouse (voice) (uncredited). Directed by Burt Gillett.
- Director Burt Gillett
- Walt Disney as Mickey Mouse (voice) (uncredited)
- Marcellite Garner as Minnie Mouse (voice) (uncredited)
More from Burt Gillett
More films directed by Burt Gillett: Mickey’s House of Villains, Silly Superstition, The Winning Ticket and Brave Little Tailor.
Blue Rhythm Plot Summary
What happens in Blue Rhythm from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
The concert opens with Mickey Mouse at the piano, his silhouette cast dramatically on the curtain as he delivers a graceful classical interlude. The mood shifts with a playful swing, morphing into a ragtime rendition of “St. Louis Blues” that fills the stage with a sparkling energy. On cue, Minnie Mouse strides onto the boards, striking a confident pose as she belts out the verse with Minnie’s unmistakable charm, while Mickey keeps the tempo on the keys and provides gentle accompaniment.
I hate to see that evening sun go down…
Full summary
The whole story of Blue Rhythm, scene by scene
Blue Rhythm Also Known As
6 alternative titles, including “Ritmo Azul” and “Minnie's Blues”.
- Also known as
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- Ritmo Azul
- Minnie's Blues
- Rythme en bleu
- Тъжен ритъм
- Mickey Mouse: Ritmo azul
- Rhythm e blues
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Movies Like Blue Rhythm
Films with a similar story, tone or audience, including Mickey’s Revue, Mickey’s Follies and Mickey’s Grand Opera.
Blue Rhythm FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Blue Rhythm, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Blue Rhythm?
Blue Rhythm runs 7 minutes.
When was Blue Rhythm released?
Blue Rhythm was released on August 17, 1931.
Who directed Blue Rhythm?
Blue Rhythm was directed by Burt Gillett.
More films by Burt Gillett Who is in the cast of Blue Rhythm?
Blue Rhythm stars Walt Disney as Mickey Mouse (voice) (uncredited) and Marcellite Garner as Minnie Mouse (voice) (uncredited).
Does Blue Rhythm have a post-credit scene?
No. Blue Rhythm has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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