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Broadway Melody of 1938

1937Movie1 h 50 minNR

MusicRomance
82
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb6.7Rotten Tomatoes100%64%

A wholesome, nostalgic music movie about show business, with standout score.

Good for date night · family movie night · friends night

Skip it if you want dark or edgy material

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Story

So New It's A Year Ahead!

Steve Raleight wants to produce a show on Broadway. He finds a backer, Herman Whipple and a leading lady, Sally Lee. But Caroline Whipple forces Steve to use a known star, not a newcomer. Sally purchases a horse, she used to train when her parents had a farm before the depression and with to ex-vaudevillians, Sonny Ledford and Peter Trott she trains it to win a race, providing the money Steve needs for his show.

Feels like

  • Golden Age Musical
  • Broadway Backstage Drama
  • Irving Berlin Score
  • Wholesome Romance
  • Eleanor Powell Tap Dance
  • Nostalgic Entertainment
  • Lighthearted Comedy
  • Studio Era Glamour
  • Feel-Good Escapism
  • Choreographed Spectacle

Cast

24 of 24

Crew

Directed by
Roy Del Ruth
Written by
Jack McGowan, Sid Silvers
Produced by
Jack Cummings
Music by
Arthur Freed, Nacio Herb Brown

Everyone

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Facts

August 20, 1937 · 1 h 50 min · NR

Released
August 20, 1937
Runtime
1 h 50 min
Age rating
NR
Genres
Music, Romance
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Available in
11 countries

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6 questions, like "Where can I stream Broadway Melody of 1938?"

Questions about Broadway Melody of 1938

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Broadway Melody of 1938?

In the United States, you can rent or buy Broadway Melody of 1938 from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.

Is Broadway Melody of 1938 worth watching?

82
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 82 (IMDb 6.7 and Rotten Tomatoes 100%). Critics rate it higher (100 out of 100) than audiences (66).

Is Broadway Melody of 1938 okay for kids?

NR

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

Is Broadway Melody of 1938 good for date night?

and 5 moreDate NightPartner WatchAdultsFamily Movie NightFriends Night

Yes: romance is 6 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.

Will I feel good after watching Broadway Melody of 1938?

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Yes, it's an uplifting movie: the title analysis rates it 8 of 10 for wholesome and 7 for hopefulness.