Blonde from Brooklyn (1945): cast, story & where to watch

1945 · Film · ★ 5

Blonde from Brooklyn poster

Released in 1945, Blonde from Brooklyn is a comedy and music film directed by Del Lord, running about 65 minutes. “BROOKLYN BEAUTY TURNS SOUTHERN CUTIE!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A brash young singer and an unemployed "jukebox girl" hire an elderly Confederate "colonel" to teach them to be "southern" so they can land a radio gig for sponsor Plantation Coffee. Comedy.

Who’s in it. Blonde from Brooklyn stars Bob Haymes as Dixon Harper, Lynn Merrick as Susan Parker, Thurston Hall as "Colonel" Hubert Farnsworth and Mary Treen as Diane Peabody, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Blonde from Brooklyn has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Blonde from Brooklyn page.

If you liked it. Fans of Blonde from Brooklyn tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Blonde from Brooklyn (1945)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Blonde from Brooklyn change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Blonde from Brooklyn worth watching?
Blonde from Brooklyn holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Blonde from Brooklyn?
Blonde from Brooklyn stars Bob Haymes, Lynn Merrick, Thurston Hall, Mary Treen and Eddie Bartell.
When was Blonde from Brooklyn released?
Blonde from Brooklyn was released in 1945, with a runtime of about 65 minutes.