Films and TV shows that feel like Sing, Sing, Sing by Benny Goodman and His Orchestra

A feverish, joyous swing-era stampede of drums and horns that builds and builds until the whole dance floor is airborne.

1. The Benny Goodman Story (1956): The biopic of the King of Swing himself, built around the Carnegie Hall triumph and Krupa's drumming.
2. Swing Kids (1993): Teens in 1939 Hamburg live for swing dancing and defy the Nazis through the music.
3. Swingers (1996): Retro swing revival, cocktails and big-band cool in 90s Los Angeles.
4. The Glenn Miller Story (1954): Another Swing Era bandleader biopic full of ballroom glow and period big-band sound.
5. Moonstruck (1987): Not swing-heavy, but its old-world New York romance and orchestral exuberance suit the same giddy spirit.
6. Boardwalk Empire (2010): Stylish period drama with jazz-era clubs, sharp suits and a hot band soundtrack.
7. Mad Men (2007): Mid-century New York swagger and polished nostalgia with a hint of swing glamour.
8. 'Round Midnight (1986): A deep, loving portrait of jazz musicians and the club world built around the music.