Bank Holiday (1938): cast, story & where to watch
1938 · Film · ★ 6.1
Released in 1938, Bank Holiday is a comedy and drama film directed by Carol Reed, running about 86 minutes.
What it’s about. A 1930s British summer Bank Holiday starts at midday on Saturday with a rush for the trains to the seaside. Doreen and Milly are off to a beauty contest, Geoffrey and Catherine are having an illicit weekend in the Grand Hotel and May and the kids are set for a more straightforward holiday of sea, sand, and pub. Meanwhile, the manager and performers on the pier are praying for rain.
Who’s in it. Bank Holiday stars John Lodge as Stephen Howard, Margaret Lockwood as Catherine Lawrence, Hugh Williams as Geoffrey and René Ray as Doreen Richards, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, Bank Holiday 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 Bank Holiday page.
If you liked it. Fans of Bank Holiday tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Bank Holiday (1938)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Bank Holiday change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Bank Holiday worth watching?
- Bank Holiday holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Bank Holiday?
- Bank Holiday stars John Lodge, Margaret Lockwood, Hugh Williams, René Ray and Merle Tottenham.
- When was Bank Holiday released?
- Bank Holiday was released in 1938, with a runtime of about 86 minutes.