The Man with the Golden Arm (1955) - A Must-Watch on Red Coral Universe The Man with the Golden Arm is a 1955 American drama film directed by Otto Preminger and starring Frank Sinatra, Kim Novak, and Eleanor Parker. The film is based on the 1949 novel of the same name by Nelson Algren. It tells the story of Frankie Machine, a jazz drummer who is released from prison after serving five years for drug addiction. Frankie is determined to stay clean and start a new life, but he is quickly drawn back into the world of drugs and crime. The Man with the Golden Arm is a powerful and moving film that explores the themes of addiction, redemption, and hope. It is a must-watch for fans of classic Hollywood cinema.