One for the Book (1940): cast, story & where to watch
1940 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1940, One for the Book is a comedy, fantasy and music film directed by Roy Mack, running about 18 minutes.
What it’s about. In this entertaining short, famous literary figures step out of the pages of books after dark.
Who’s in it. One for the Book stars Betty Hutton as Cinderella, Hal Sherman as Joe Miller, Miriam Grahame as Book Character and Gae Foster Girls as Dancing Ensemble.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, One for the Book 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 One for the Book page.
If you liked it. Fans of One for the Book tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch One for the Book (1940)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for One for the Book change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is One for the Book worth watching?
- One for the Book holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, fantasy and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in One for the Book?
- One for the Book stars Betty Hutton, Hal Sherman, Miriam Grahame and Gae Foster Girls.
- When was One for the Book released?
- One for the Book was released in 1940, with a runtime of about 18 minutes.