Jailhouse Rock is a 1957 American musical drama film directed by Richard Thorpe and starring Elvis Presley.
Plot - The film follows a young man called Vince Everett (Presley) who is sentenced to prison for manslaughter who is mentored in music by his prison cellmate who realizes his musical abilities. After his release from jail, while looking for a job as a club singer, Everett meets a musical promoter (Tyler) who helps him launch his career. As Everett develops his musical talent and becomes a star, his self-centered personality begins to affect his relationships.