Fun on a Weekend
"FROM TRAMPS TO TYCOONS...In One Hilarious Weekend!"
Originally released in 1947. Fun on a Weekend is a comedy/romance film. directed by Andrew L. Stone.
Starring Eddie Bracken, Priscilla Lane, and Tom Conway
Synopsis
Shy, destitute Peter Porter meets equally impoverished Nancy Crane at a Florida beach. Inspired by Peter's belief that a person can acquire wealth simply by creating an aura of success, the outgoing Nancy convinces Peter to join her in impersonating a confident and eccentric wealthy couple. The experiment works, and the couple secure a stunning wardrobe and a lavish room at a resort. Peter panics, however, when he gets a fantastic job offer.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 15, 1947
78 years ago
Runtime
1h 33m
93 minutes total
User Rating
7.0/10
Great (2 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Director
Top Cast
Eddie Bracken
as Pete Porter aka P.P. Porterhouse III
Priscilla Lane
as Nancy Crane
Tom Conway
as Jefferson Van Orsdale Jr.
Allen Jenkins
as Joe Morgan
Arthur Treacher
as Benjamin O. Moffatt
Clarence Kolb
as Quigley Quackenbush
Alma Kruger
as Mrs. Van Orsdale
Russell Hicks
as John Biddle
Fritz Feld
as Sergei Stroganoff
Richard Hageman
as Cyrus Cowperwaithe
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fun on a Weekend about?
Shy, destitute Peter Porter meets equally impoverished Nancy Crane at a Florida beach. Inspired by Peter's belief that a person can acquire wealth simply by creating an aura of success, the outgoin...
Who directed Fun on a Weekend?
Fun on a Weekend was directed by Andrew L. Stone.
How long is Fun on a Weekend?
Fun on a Weekend has a runtime of 1 hours and 33 minutes (93 minutes total).
When was Fun on a Weekend released?
Fun on a Weekend was released on May 15, 1947 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Fun on a Weekend?
The main cast of Fun on a Weekend includes Eddie Bracken, Priscilla Lane, Tom Conway, Allen Jenkins, Arthur Treacher.