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Sullivan's Travels

1941Movie1 h 31 minNR

86

ExcellentGoodWatch score

86

ExcellentGoodWatch score

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Summary

Successful movie director John L. Sullivan, convinced he won't be able to film his ambitious masterpiece until he has suffered, dons a hobo disguise and sets off on a journey, aiming to "know trouble" first-hand.

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Friends night

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Directed by: Preston Sturges
Written by: Preston Sturges
Produced by: Paul Jones, Norman Lacey
Music by: Leo Shuken, Charles Bradshaw, Sigmund Krumgold

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Facts

November 30, 1941 · 1 h 31 min · NR

Released: November 30, 1941
Runtime: 1 h 31 min
Age rating: NR
Genres: Comedy, Romance, Adventure
Original language: English
Made in: United States
Budget: $700,000
Box office: $1 million
Available in: 14 countries

Tropes

Mickey Mousing, Gilligan Cut, Genre Savvy +9

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6 questions, like "Where can I stream Sullivan's Travels?"

Questions about Sullivan's Travels

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Where can I stream Sullivan's Travels?

In the United States, Sullivan's Travels streams on YouTube TV and TCM. You can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. It also streams in 2 other countries.

Is Sullivan's Travels worth watching?

86

ExcellentGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 86 (IMDb 7.9, Letterboxd 4.0 out of 5, Rotten Tomatoes 100%, and Metacritic 89). Critics rate it higher (95 out of 100) than audiences (79).

Is Sullivan's Travels okay for kids?

NR

Yes: it's rated NR in the United States, and the viewing guide lists it for family nights.

Will Sullivan's Travels make me laugh?

Funny

Yes: the humor is mostly sharp wit (9 of 10) and situational comedy (7 of 10).

Is Sullivan's Travels good for date night?

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Yes: romance is 7 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.

What tropes does Sullivan's Travels use?

Mickey MousingGilligan CutGenre SavvyDeath by MaterialismNo Name GivenTap on the HeadLeaning on the Fourth WallBedsheet LadderGone Horribly RightWriter on BoardStarving Artist"Eureka!" Momentand 34 more

TV Tropes lists 46 tropes for it, including Mickey Mousing, Gilligan Cut, and Genre Savvy.