Thumbs Up (1943): cast, story & where to watch
1943 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1943, Thumbs Up is a drama and music film directed by Joseph Santley, running about 67 minutes. “A DEFENSE WORKER WHO FOUND HER WAY TO FAME!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In this wartime musical, a feisty singer working in a London dive swears that she will become a star. She gets a job in an airplane plant when she learns that her fiance, a producer, and his partner are looking for new talent at the war factories. While working there, the woman meets a handsome RAF officer and falls in love. This causes some trouble.
Who’s in it. Thumbs Up stars Brenda Joyce as Louise Latimer, Richard Fraser as Douglas Heath, Elsa Lanchester as Emily "Emmy" Ffinch and Arthur Margetson as Bert Lawrence, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Thumbs Up 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 Thumbs Up page.
If you liked it. Fans of Thumbs Up tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Thumbs Up (1943)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Thumbs Up change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Thumbs Up worth watching?
- Thumbs Up holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Thumbs Up?
- Thumbs Up stars Brenda Joyce, Richard Fraser, Elsa Lanchester, Arthur Margetson and J. Pat O'Malley.