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Alexander's Ragtime Band

1938·Movie
1h 46min·NR
71
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb6.8Rotten Tomatoes83%45%
IMDb6.8Rotten Tomatoes83%45%

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Big heart, a touch of humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace6
  • Spectacle6
  • Adrenaline4

Heart

Hopeful and nostalgic

  • Hopefulness8
  • Nostalgia8
  • Romance7

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Situational Comedy4
  • Physical Comedy3

World

History and show business

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting7
  • Direction6
  • Narrative Structure6

Style

Standout score

  • Music Centrality9
  • Music Composition8
  • Cinematography6

Who it's for

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About

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Classical violinist Roger Grant disappoints his family and teacher when he organizes a jazz band, but he and the band become successful. Roger falls in love with the band's singer, Stella, but his reluctance to lose her leads him to thwart her efforts to become a solo star. When the World War separates them in 1917, Stella marries Roger's best friend and, when Roger returns home after the war, an important concert at Carnegie Hall brings the corners of the romantic triangle together.
Nostalgic MusicalRomantic DramaSentimental StoryShowbizHistorical SettingClassic HollywoodFeel-Good MovieFamily-Friendly

Crew

Directed by:
Henry King
Written by:
Irving Berlin, Lamar Trotti, Kathryn Scola
Produced by:
Frances C. Richardson
Composed by:
Irving Berlin, Irving Berlin, Alfred Newman

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Alexander's Ragtime Band legally?

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Is Alexander's Ragtime Band worth watching?

71
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 72/100 (IMDb 6.8 and Rotten Tomatoes 83%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Alexander's Ragtime Band rated?

NR

It's rated NR in the United States.

How long is Alexander's Ragtime Band?

1 h 46 min

Alexander's Ragtime Band runs 1 h 46 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Alexander's Ragtime Band?

Critics83
Audiences57

Not quite. Critics rate Alexander's Ragtime Band higher (83) than audiences (57). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

Was Alexander's Ragtime Band a box office hit?

Budget$2 million
Box office$4 million

Yes. It cost about $2 million to make and earned $4 million worldwide, 2.0 times its budget.

What language is Alexander's Ragtime Band in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Alexander's Ragtime Band?

3FRJPUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Alexander's Ragtime Band in 3 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Alexander's Ragtime Band use?

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TV Tropes lists 18 storytelling tropes for Alexander's Ragtime Band, including Belligerent Sexual Tension, Bookends, Buxom Beauty Standard.