Thrill of a Romance (1945): cast, story & where to watch
1945 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1945, Thrill of a Romance is a comedy, romance and music film directed by Richard Thorpe, running about 105 minutes. “Musical bliss with every kiss!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A soldier falls in love with a newly-married woman after her husband abandons her for a business meeting on their honeymoon.
Who’s in it. Thrill of a Romance stars Van Johnson as Thomas Milvaine, Esther Williams as Cynthia Glenn, Frances Gifford as Maude Bancroft and Henry Travers as Hobart Glenn, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Thrill of a Romance 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 Thrill of a Romance page.
If you liked it. Fans of Thrill of a Romance tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Thrill of a Romance (1945)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Thrill of a Romance change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Thrill of a Romance worth watching?
- Thrill of a Romance holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, romance and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Thrill of a Romance?
- Thrill of a Romance stars Van Johnson, Esther Williams, Frances Gifford, Henry Travers and Spring Byington.
- When was Thrill of a Romance released?
- Thrill of a Romance was released in 1945, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.