Hawaiian Nights (1939): cast, story & where to watch

1939 · Film

Hawaiian Nights poster

Released in 1939, Hawaiian Nights is a comedy, romance and music film directed by Albert S. Rogell, running about 65 minutes. “WHACKY WHOOPEE AT WAI-KI-KI!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Bandleader Tim Hartley's father objects strongly to his son's occupation choice and packs him off to Hawaii to manage the family hotel holdings. This proves to be a wrong move as Hawaiia has more bands than it does pineapples.

Who’s in it. Hawaiian Nights stars Johnny Downs as Ted Hartley, Constance Moore as Lonnie Lane, Mary Carlisle as Millie and Etienne Girardot as Alonzo Dilman, among others.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Hawaiian Nights page.

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Hawaiian Nights (1939)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hawaiian Nights change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Who stars in Hawaiian Nights?
Hawaiian Nights stars Johnny Downs, Constance Moore, Mary Carlisle, Etienne Girardot and Eddie Quillan.
When was Hawaiian Nights released?
Hawaiian Nights was released in 1939, with a runtime of about 65 minutes.