Wintertime (1943): cast, story & where to watch

1943 · Film · ★ 4

Wintertime poster

Released in 1943, Wintertime is a comedy, romance and music film directed by John Brahm, running about 82 minutes. “Songs...Laughs...and Sonja!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Nora and her uncle get railroaded into spending the night at a broken-down hotel in Canada. After Nora falls for the handsome owner, she convinces her uncle to invest in the inn and modernize it. After the hotel opens, Nora's uncle faces financial ruin and her romance hit a snag in the form of pretty reporter.

Who’s in it. Wintertime stars Sonja Henie as Nora Ostgaard, Jack Oakie as Skip Hutton, Cesar Romero as Brad Barton and Carole Landis as Flossie Fouchere, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Wintertime has proved divisive with audiences.

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

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Wintertime (1943)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Wintertime change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Wintertime worth watching?
Wintertime holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, romance and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Wintertime?
Wintertime stars Sonja Henie, Jack Oakie, Cesar Romero, Carole Landis and S.Z. Sakall.
When was Wintertime released?
Wintertime was released in 1943, with a runtime of about 82 minutes.