Ali Baba Goes to Town (1937): Besetzung, Handlung & Streaming

1937 · Film · ★ 6.1

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Released in 1937, Ali Baba Goes to Town is a komödie, fantasy, familie and musik film directed by David Butler, running about 81 minutes. “YOU'LL GO BANJO-EYED WITH JOY!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. While visiting Hollywood a starstruck movie fan (Eddie Cantor) fantasizes about himself cast in an Arabian adventure. Director David Butler's comedy--with many songs--also features Tony Martin, Roland Young, Gypsy Rose Lee (billed as Rose Hovick), John Carradine, June Lang, Virginia Field, Charles Lane, The Peters Sisters and many big-name guest stars playing themselves.

Who’s in it. Ali Baba Goes to Town stars Eddie Cantor as Aloysius Babson/Ali Baba/Eddie Cantor, Tony Martin as Yusuf/Tony Martin, Roland Young as Sultan and June Lang as Princess Miriam/June Lang, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, Ali Baba Goes to Town has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Ali Baba Goes to Town page.

If you liked it. Fans of Ali Baba Goes to Town tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Das Leben ist schön and Fight Club.

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Where can I watch Ali Baba Goes to Town (1937)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Ali Baba Goes to Town change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Ali Baba Goes to Town worth watching?
Ali Baba Goes to Town holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy komödie, fantasy, familie and musik. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Ali Baba Goes to Town?
Ali Baba Goes to Town stars Eddie Cantor, Tony Martin, Roland Young, June Lang and Gypsy Rose Lee.
When was Ali Baba Goes to Town released?
Ali Baba Goes to Town was released in 1937, with a runtime of about 81 minutes.