Francis Covers the Big Town (1953): cast, story & where to watch
1953 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1953, Francis Covers the Big Town is a comedy, fantasy, crime and adventure film directed by Arthur Lubin, running about 86 minutes. “It's Brand NEW and it's all Hilarious!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A man who has a talking mule gets a job on a newspaper, and both get mixed up in a murder trial.
Who’s in it. Francis Covers the Big Town stars Donald O'Connor as Peter Stirling, Yvette Duguay as Maria Scola, Gene Lockhart as Tom Henderson and Nancy Guild as Alberta Ames, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Francis Covers the Big 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 Francis Covers the Big Town page.
If you liked it. Fans of Francis Covers the Big Town tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Francis Covers the Big Town (1953)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Francis Covers the Big Town change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Francis Covers the Big Town worth watching?
- Francis Covers the Big Town holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, fantasy, crime and adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Francis Covers the Big Town?
- Francis Covers the Big Town stars Donald O'Connor, Yvette Duguay, Gene Lockhart, Nancy Guild and William Harrigan.
- When was Francis Covers the Big Town released?
- Francis Covers the Big Town was released in 1953, with a runtime of about 86 minutes.