Reaching for the Sun (1941): cast, story & where to watch
1941 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1941, Reaching for the Sun is a comedy and drama film directed by William A. Wellman, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. Comedy of a North Woods clam-digger who journeys to Detroit to earn money for outboard motor by working on auto assembly line.
Who’s in it. Reaching for the Sun stars Joel McCrea as Russ Eliot, Ellen Drew as Rita, Eddie Bracken as Benny Hogan and Albert Dekker as Herman, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Reaching for the Sun 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 Reaching for the Sun page.
If you liked it. Fans of Reaching for the Sun tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Reaching for the Sun (1941)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Reaching for the Sun change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Reaching for the Sun worth watching?
- Reaching for the Sun holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Reaching for the Sun?
- Reaching for the Sun stars Joel McCrea, Ellen Drew, Eddie Bracken, Albert Dekker and Billy Gilbert.
- When was Reaching for the Sun released?
- Reaching for the Sun was released in 1941, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.