Too Young to Kiss (1951): cast, story & where to watch

1951 · Film · ★ 5.5

Too Young to Kiss poster

Released in 1951, Too Young to Kiss is a comedy and romance film directed by Robert Z. Leonard, running about 91 minutes. “This year's romantic comedy !” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Eric Wainwright, a busy impresario, is besieged by hordes of wannabe concert stars, eager for their big break. One of them is Cynthia Potter, a talented pianist... but she can't get in to see him. When she learns that Wainwright is auditioning young musicians for a children's concert tour, Cynthia dons braces and bobby sox and passes herself off as a child prodigy.

Who’s in it. Too Young to Kiss stars June Allyson as Cynthia Potter, Van Johnson as Eric Wainwright, Gig Young as John Tirsen and Rita Corday as Denise Dorcet, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Too Young to Kiss 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 Too Young to Kiss page.

If you liked it. Fans of Too Young to Kiss tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Too Young to Kiss (1951)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Too Young to Kiss change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Too Young to Kiss worth watching?
Too Young to Kiss holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Too Young to Kiss?
Too Young to Kiss stars June Allyson, Van Johnson, Gig Young, Rita Corday and Kathryn Givney.
When was Too Young to Kiss released?
Too Young to Kiss was released in 1951, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.