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White Christmas (1954)

โ€œTHE MOST FABULOUS MUSIC-AND-MIRTH SHOW IN MOTION PICTURE HISTORY!โ€

7.2/10 ยท 596 votes 2h 0m nr ComedyRomanceMusic

#8 of 12 films from 1954 #620 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by Michael Curtiz ยท Written by Norman Krasna, Norman Panama, Melvin Frank

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Overview

Two talented song-and-dance men team up after the war to become one of the hottest acts in show business. In time they befriend and become romantically involved with the beautiful Haynes sisters who comprise a sister act.

Cast

Bing Crosbyas Bob Wallace
Danny Kayeas Phil Davis
Rosemary Clooneyas Betty Haynes
Vera-Ellenas Judy Haynes
Dean Jaggeras General Waverly
Mary Wickesas Emma Allen
John Brasciaas John
Anne Whitfieldas Susan Waverly
Bea Allenas Dancer (uncredited)
Frank Bakeras Anniversary Party Guest (uncredited)
Glen Cargyleas Jeep Driver (uncredited)
George Chakirisas Dancer (uncredited)
Barrie Chaseas Doris Lenz (uncredited)
Lorinne Crawfordas Rita (uncredited)

Facts

Release dateOctober 14, 1954
Runtime120 min (2h 0m) โ€” about the same as the 1954 average of 113 min
GenresComedy, Romance, Music
LanguageEN
Box office$1,109,388
IMDbtt0047673

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Questions

How long is White Christmas?
White Christmas runs 120 minutes (2h 0m).
Is White Christmas worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.2/10 across 596 votes, which places it #8 of 12 films released in 1954 in this index (top 42%) and #620 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed White Christmas?
White Christmas was directed by Michael Curtiz. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Casablanca (1943), The Adventures of Robin Hood (1938).
Who stars in White Christmas?
Bing Crosby as Bob Wallace; Danny Kaye as Phil Davis; Rosemary Clooney as Betty Haynes; Vera-Ellen as Judy Haynes; Dean Jagger as General Waverly; Mary Wickes as Emma Allen.
What is White Christmas rated?
It carries a nr certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for White Christmas?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/85101.

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