On the Town

Where to Watch On the Town (1949) (Legally)

They Paint The Town With Joy!
Dec 8, 1949 US 98 min U
7.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
292 votes
Music Comedy Romance
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What to expect (spoiler-free)

Here’s what to expect from “ (1949), without spoilers.

Genre-wise, it leans into Music, Comedy, Romance, with a runtime around 98 minutes.

Top billed names include Gene Kelly, Frank Sinatra, Betty Garrett, Ann Miller.

The listed certification for some regions is “ (ratings vary by country).

Topics & keywords

new york city, musical, u.s. navy, coney island, sailor, new york subway, anthropologist, empire state building, turnstile, shore leave

Official trailer

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Plot

Three sailors wreak havoc as they search for love during a whirlwind 24-hour leave in New York City.

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Main cast

Gene Kelly
Gene Kelly
as Gabey
Frank Sinatra
Frank Sinatra
as Chip
Betty Garrett
Betty Garrett
as Brunhilde Esterhazy
Ann Miller
Ann Miller
as Claire Huddesen
Jules Munshin
Jules Munshin
as Ozzie
Vera-Ellen
Vera-Ellen
as Ivy Smith
Florence Bates
Florence Bates
as Madame Dilyovska
Alice Pearce
Alice Pearce
as Lucy Schmeeler
George Meader
George Meader
as Professor
Murray Alper
Murray Alper
as Cab Company Owner (uncredited)