Crying for the Carolines (1930): cast, story & where to watch
1930 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 1930, Crying for the Carolines is an animation and music film, running about 6 minutes.
What it’s about. Spooney Melodies were a series of live-action musical shorts produced by the Leon Schlesinger Studios during the 1930s that capitalized on the popularity of organ music played in Palace-style movie theaters and were intended to be played as the short before the main feature. This short film is the only surviving example of the series, which was something of a precursor to the animated "Merrie Melodies" cartoons that followed later.
Who’s in it. Crying for the Carolines stars Milton Charles as Himself / The Singing Organist.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, Crying for the Carolines 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 Crying for the Carolines page.
If you liked it. Fans of Crying for the Carolines tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Crying for the Carolines (1930)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Crying for the Carolines change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Crying for the Carolines worth watching?
- Crying for the Carolines holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Crying for the Carolines?
- Crying for the Carolines stars Milton Charles.
- When was Crying for the Carolines released?
- Crying for the Carolines was released in 1930, with a runtime of about 6 minutes.