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Singin' in the Rain

1952·Movie
1h 43min·G
IMDb8.3Metacritic998.7Rotten Tomatoes100%94%

Where to watch

HBO Max

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Singin' in the Rain fingerprint

High energy, big heart.

Energy

Epic and fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Spectacle9
  • Fast Pace7
  • Tension4

Heart

Heartwarming and uplifting

  • Wholesome9
  • Hopefulness9
  • Nostalgia9

Humor

Plenty of slapstick and situational comedy

  • Physical Comedy9
  • Situational Comedy7
  • Wit & Wordplay7

World

Show business and history

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

  • Rewatchability10
  • World Immersion9
  • Dialogue Centrality7

Craft

Standout direction and performances

  • Direction9
  • Acting9
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Standout score, cinematography, and editing

A distinctive visual signature.

  • Music Composition10
  • Music Centrality10
  • Cinematography8

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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About

What a Glorious Feeling!

In 1927 Hollywood, a silent film star falls for a chorus girl just as he and his paranoid screen partner struggle to make the difficult transition to talking pictures.
Classic Hollywood MusicalJoyful & EnergeticIconic Dance NumbersRomantic ComedyBackstage DramaWholesome EntertainmentFilm HistoryNostalgic CharmSing-Along Classic

Crew

Directed by:
Gene Kelly, Stanley Donen
Written by:
Betty Comden, Betty Comden, Adolph Green
Produced by:
Arthur Freed
Composed by:
Douglas Shearer, Wally Heglin, Conrad Salinger

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Singin' in the Rain

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Singin' in the Rain legally?

HBO Max

Singin' in the Rain is included with a subscription to HBO Max in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Singin' in the Rain worth watching?

92
ExcellentGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 93/100 (IMDb 8.3, Rotten Tomatoes 100%, and Metacritic 99). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Singin' in the Rain rated?

G

It's rated G in the United States.

How long is Singin' in the Rain?

1 h 43 min

Singin' in the Rain runs 1 h 43 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Singin' in the Rain?

Critics100
Audiences88

Not quite. Critics rate Singin' in the Rain higher (100) than audiences (88). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

Was Singin' in the Rain a box office hit?

Budget$3 million
Box office$7 million

Yes. It cost about $3 million to make and earned $7 million worldwide, 2.8 times its budget.

What language is Singin' in the Rain in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Singin' in the Rain?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Singin' in the Rain in 91 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Singin' in the Rain use?

FanserviceWaiting for a BreakSealed with a KissLadykiller in LoveComical OverreactingNo Song for the WickedArc WordPie in the FaceDriving a DeskBelligerent Sexual TensionFour-Temperament EnsembleTongue Twisterand 184 more

TV Tropes lists 196 storytelling tropes for Singin' in the Rain, including Fanservice, Waiting for a Break, Sealed with a Kiss.