Born to Sing (1942): cast, story & where to watch
1942 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1942, Born to Sing is an action and crime film directed by Edward Ludwig, running about 82 minutes. “Hear the Thrilling BALLAD FOR AMERICANS” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A group of children put on a show in order to prove that a down and out musician was the real composer of a Broadway show's songs.
Who’s in it. Born to Sing stars Virginia Weidler as Patsy Eastman, Ray McDonald as Steve, Leo Gorcey as 'Snap' Collins and Douglas McPhail as Murray Saunders, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Born to Sing has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Born to Sing page.
If you liked it. Fans of Born to Sing tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Born to Sing (1942)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Born to Sing change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Born to Sing worth watching?
- Born to Sing holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Born to Sing?
- Born to Sing stars Virginia Weidler, Ray McDonald, Leo Gorcey, Douglas McPhail and Rags Ragland.
- When was Born to Sing released?
- Born to Sing was released in 1942, with a runtime of about 82 minutes.