Let the People Sing (1942): cast, story & where to watch
1942 · Film · ★ 6.3

Released in 1942, Let the People Sing is a comedy film directed by John Baxter, running about 105 minutes.
What it’s about. An out-of-work comedian persuades a drunken nobleman to join a protest against the closing of a village hall.
Who’s in it. Let the People Sing stars Alastair Sim as Professor Ernst Kronak, Fred Emney as Sir George Denberry-Baxter, Edward Rigby as Timmy Tiverton and Oliver Wakefield as Sir Reginald Foxfield, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Let the People Sing 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 Let the People Sing page.
If you liked it. Fans of Let the People Sing tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Let the People Sing (1942)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Let the People Sing change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Let the People Sing worth watching?
- Let the People Sing holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Let the People Sing?
- Let the People Sing stars Alastair Sim, Fred Emney, Edward Rigby, Oliver Wakefield and Patricia Roc.
- When was Let the People Sing released?
- Let the People Sing was released in 1942, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.