Country Music Holiday (1958)

Tennessee singing G.I. Verne Brand travels to New York City after his Army discharge. Alongside his buddies, he convinces a former bookie turned record executive to sign him, leading to a massive publicity blitz and attention from socialite Zsa Zsa Gabor. The situation draws Verne's hometown sweetheart, Marietta. to the city just as Verne becomes a television sensation in a high-stakes network ratings battle. Ultimately, Verne chooses his roots over fame, returning to Tennessee with Marietta to open a local recording studio.

Directed by: Alvin Ganzer

Cast: Zsa Zsa Gabor, Jesse White, Ferlin Husky, June Carter Cash, Faron Young, Lew Parker, Rod Brasfield, Cliff Norton, Patty Duke, Rocky Graziano

Genres: Music, Romance

Rating: 6/10

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