Make Mine Laughs (1949): cast, story & where to watch
1949 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1949, Make Mine Laughs is a comedy and music film directed by Richard Fleischer, running about 63 minutes. “A NEW MUSICAL REVUE” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A kind of filmed vaudeville show, using old material from RKO films and some new.
Who’s in it. Make Mine Laughs stars Gil Lamb as Master of Ceremonies, Joan Davis as (archive footage), Dennis Day as (archive footage) and Ray Bolger as (archive footage), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Make Mine Laughs has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Make Mine Laughs page.
If you liked it. Fans of Make Mine Laughs tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Make Mine Laughs (1949)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Make Mine Laughs change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Make Mine Laughs worth watching?
- Make Mine Laughs holds an audience score of 5.0 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 Make Mine Laughs?
- Make Mine Laughs stars Gil Lamb, Joan Davis, Dennis Day, Ray Bolger and Anne Shirley.
- When was Make Mine Laughs released?
- Make Mine Laughs was released in 1949, with a runtime of about 63 minutes.