Young at Heart (1954): cast, story & where to watch

1954 · Film · ★ 6.1

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Released in 1954, Young at Heart is a drama, romance and music film directed by Gordon Douglas, running about 117 minutes.

What it’s about. The lives and romances of three sisters in a musical family; the youngest daughter's life is complicated by the subsequent arrival of a charming composer and a cynical music arranger.

Who’s in it. Young at Heart stars Doris Day as Laurie Tuttle, Frank Sinatra as Barney Sloan, Gig Young as Alex Burke and Ethel Barrymore as Aunt Jessie Tuttle, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, Young at Heart has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home and Spectrum On Demand. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Young at Heart page.

If you liked it. Fans of Young at Heart tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Young at Heart (1954)?
In US, Young at Heart is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Young at Heart worth watching?
Young at Heart holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, romance and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Young at Heart?
Young at Heart stars Doris Day, Frank Sinatra, Gig Young, Ethel Barrymore and Dorothy Malone.
When was Young at Heart released?
Young at Heart was released in 1954, with a runtime of about 117 minutes.