Janie (1944): cast, story & where to watch
1944 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1944, Janie is a comedy and romance film directed by Michael Curtiz, running about 102 minutes. “She's the gleam in the eye of every G.I.! It's an All-American riot!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Teenage Janie (Joyce Reynolds) falls in love with a private (Robert Hutton) from an Army base opposed by her editor father (Edward Arnold).
Who’s in it. Janie stars Joyce Reynolds as Janie Conway, Robert Hutton as Pfc. Dick Lawrence, Edward Arnold as Charles Conway and Ann Harding as Lucille Conway, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Janie 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 Janie page.
If you liked it. Fans of Janie tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Janie (1944)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Janie change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Janie worth watching?
- Janie holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Janie?
- Janie stars Joyce Reynolds, Robert Hutton, Edward Arnold, Ann Harding and Alan Hale.
- When was Janie released?
- Janie was released in 1944, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.