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Easter Parade

1948·Movie
1h 43min·NR
IMDb7.3Rotten Tomatoes91%86%

Where to watch

TCM

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Striking style.

Energy

Spectacular

  • Spectacle7
  • Fast Pace6
  • Adrenaline2

Heart

Nostalgic and romantic

  • Nostalgia9
  • Romance8
  • Wholesome8

Humor

Some sharp wit and situational comedy

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Situational Comedy5
  • Physical Comedy4

World

History and show business

Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.

  • Rewatchability9
  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality6

Craft

Standout performances and direction

  • Acting9
  • Direction8
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Standout score

  • Music Centrality10
  • Music Composition8
  • Cinematography7

Who it's for

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About

The Happiest Musical Ever Made is...

On the day before Easter in 1911, Don Hewes is crushed when his dancing partner (and object of affection) Nadine Hale refuses to start a new contract with him. To prove Nadine's not important to him, Don acquires innocent new protege Hannah Brown, vowing to make her a star in time for next year's Easter parade.
Classic MusicalRomantic ComedyGolden Age HollywoodShowbiz RomanceNostalgic Period PieceIconic PerformancesVibrant ChoreographyFamily-Friendly EntertainmentFeel-Good StoryMusical Showcase

Crew

Directed by:
Charles Walters, Carl Roup, Wallace Worsley Jr.
Written by:
Sidney Sheldon, Albert Hackett, Albert Hackett
Produced by:
Arthur Freed
Composed by:
Irving Berlin, Irving Berlin, Irving Berlin

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Easter Parade

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Easter Parade legally?

TCM

Easter Parade is included with a subscription to TCM in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on YouTube Free. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Easter Parade worth watching?

83
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 84/100 (IMDb 7.3 and Rotten Tomatoes 91%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Easter Parade rated?

NR

It's rated NR in the United States.

How long is Easter Parade?

1 h 43 min

Easter Parade runs 1 h 43 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Easter Parade?

Critics91
Audiences80

Not quite. Critics rate Easter Parade higher (91) than audiences (80). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is Easter Parade in?

EnglishFrenchItalian

It was made in English, with some French, Italian. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Easter Parade?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Easter Parade in 67 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Easter Parade use?

Actor AllusionAll Love Is UnrequitedCreator In-Joke"Eureka!" MomentFashion ShowI Want My Beloved to Be HappyMay–December RomancePretty in MinkPygmalion PlotStage Names"Shut Up" KissUmbrella of Togetherness

TV Tropes lists 12 storytelling tropes for Easter Parade, including Actor Allusion, All Love Is Unrequited, Creator In-Joke.