Red Hot and Blue (1949): cast, story & where to watch
1949 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 1949, Red Hot and Blue is a comedy, crime and music film directed by John Farrow, running about 84 minutes. “We've widened the aisles so you can roll in 'em ... at the Years's LAFFIEST, DAFFIEST FUN-SHOW!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A Broadway director rescues a starlet from mobsters who blame her for a shooting.
Who’s in it. Red Hot and Blue stars Betty Hutton as Eleanor Collier aka Yum-Yum, Victor Mature as Danny James, William Demarest as Charlie Baxter, Press Agent and June Havoc as Sandra, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, Red Hot and Blue 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 Red Hot and Blue page.
If you liked it. Fans of Red Hot and Blue tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Red Hot and Blue (1949)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Red Hot and Blue change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Red Hot and Blue worth watching?
- Red Hot and Blue holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, crime and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Red Hot and Blue?
- Red Hot and Blue stars Betty Hutton, Victor Mature, William Demarest, June Havoc and Jane Nigh.
- When was Red Hot and Blue released?
- Red Hot and Blue was released in 1949, with a runtime of about 84 minutes.