Tropic Holiday (1938): cast, story & where to watch
1938 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1938, Tropic Holiday is a comedy and music film directed by Theodore Reed, running about 78 minutes. “FIESTA OF FUN!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A screenwriter falls in love with a Mexican woman while searching for a story line south of the border.
Who’s in it. Tropic Holiday stars Bob Burns as Breck Jones, Dorothy Lamour as Manuela, Ray Milland as Ken Warren and Martha Raye as Midge Miller, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Tropic Holiday has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Tropic Holiday page.
If you liked it. Fans of Tropic Holiday tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Tropic Holiday (1938)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Tropic Holiday change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Tropic Holiday worth watching?
- Tropic Holiday holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Tropic Holiday?
- Tropic Holiday stars Bob Burns, Dorothy Lamour, Ray Milland, Martha Raye and Binnie Barnes.
- When was Tropic Holiday released?
- Tropic Holiday was released in 1938, with a runtime of about 78 minutes.