Coney Island (1943): cast, story & where to watch
1943 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1943, Coney Island is a comedy and music film directed by Walter Lang, running about 96 minutes. “RAGTIME RHYTHMS! TOPS IN ENTERTAINMENT!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Set at the turn of the century, smooth talking con man Eddie Johnson weasels his way into a job at friend and rival Joe Rocco's Coney Island night spot. Eddie meets the club's star attraction (and Joe's love interest), Kate Farley, a brash singer with a penchant for flashy clothes. Eddie and Kate argue as he tries to soften her image. Eventually, Kate becomes the toast of Coney Island and the two fall in love. Joe then tries to sabotage their marriage plans.
Who’s in it. Coney Island stars Betty Grable as Kate Farley, George Montgomery as Eddie Johnson, Cesar Romero as Joe Rocco and Phil Silvers as Frankie, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, Coney Island has proved divisive with audiences. It went on to earn $3.3M at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Coney Island page.
If you liked it. Fans of Coney Island tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Coney Island (1943)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Coney Island change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Coney Island worth watching?
- Coney Island holds an audience score of 5.3 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 Coney Island?
- Coney Island stars Betty Grable, George Montgomery, Cesar Romero, Phil Silvers and Charles Winninger.
- When was Coney Island released?
- Coney Island was released in 1943, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.