Doctor Rhythm (1938): cast, story & where to watch

1938 · Film · ★ 6

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Released in 1938, Doctor Rhythm is a comedy, romance and music film directed by Frank Tuttle, running about 80 minutes. “JUST WHAT THE DOCTOR ORDERED!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Dr. Bill Remsen pretends to be a policeman, and ends up being assigned to guard Judy Marlowe. Amazingly, he falls in love with her.

Who’s in it. Doctor Rhythm stars Bing Crosby as Dr. Bill Remsen, Mary Carlisle as Judy Marlowe, Beatrice Lillie as Mrs. Lorelei Dodge-Blodgett and Andy Devine as Officer Lawrence O'Roon, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Doctor Rhythm 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 Doctor Rhythm page.

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Doctor Rhythm (1938)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Doctor Rhythm change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Doctor Rhythm worth watching?
Doctor Rhythm holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, romance and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Doctor Rhythm?
Doctor Rhythm stars Bing Crosby, Mary Carlisle, Beatrice Lillie, Andy Devine and Rufe Davis.
When was Doctor Rhythm released?
Doctor Rhythm was released in 1938, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.