On the Town movie poster

On the Town

"They Paint The Town With Joy!"

December 8, 1949 1h 38m 7.0/10 (275 votes)

Originally released in 1949. On the Town is a music/comedy film. directed by Gene Kelly.

Starring Gene Kelly, Frank Sinatra, and Betty Garrett

Synopsis

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

Quick Facts

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Release Date December 8, 1949 76 years ago
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Runtime 1h 38m 98 minutes total
User Rating 7.0/10 Great (275 votes)
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Budget $2.1M Production budget
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Box Office $4.4M 2.1x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$2,133,000
Revenue
$4,428,000

Production Companies

  • Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer

Frequently Asked Questions

What is On the Town about?

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

Who directed On the Town?

On the Town was directed by Gene Kelly.

How long is On the Town?

On the Town has a runtime of 1 hours and 38 minutes (98 minutes total).

When was On the Town released?

On the Town was released on December 8, 1949 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in On the Town?

The main cast of On the Town includes Gene Kelly, Frank Sinatra, Betty Garrett, Ann Miller, Jules Munshin.

Is On the Town worth watching?

On the Town has a user rating of 7.0/10 based on 275 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.