No Sad Songs for Me (1950): cast, story & where to watch
1950 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 1950, No Sad Songs for Me is a drama film directed by Rudolph Maté, running about 88 minutes. “A Story of the Lonesome Cry in Many Women's Hearts...” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Mary Scott learns she only has ten months to live before dying of an incurable disease. She manages to keep the news from her husband, Brad and daughter, Polly. She tries to make every moment of her life count, but her effort is weakened by the discovery that Brad is interested in his assistant, Chris Radner. But when she learns that Brad does indeed love her and not Chris, and that Chris is leaving town, she realizes what she must do to ensure the future happiness of Brad and Polly. She persuades Chris to stay, makes a genuine friend of her and watches Polly grow towards Chris.
Who’s in it. No Sad Songs for Me stars Margaret Sullavan as Mary Scott, Wendell Corey as Bradford 'Brad' Scott, Viveca Lindfors as Chris Radna and Natalie Wood as Polly Scott, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, No Sad Songs for Me 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 No Sad Songs for Me page.
If you liked it. Fans of No Sad Songs for Me tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch No Sad Songs for Me (1950)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for No Sad Songs for Me change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is No Sad Songs for Me worth watching?
- No Sad Songs for Me holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in No Sad Songs for Me?
- No Sad Songs for Me stars Margaret Sullavan, Wendell Corey, Viveca Lindfors, Natalie Wood and John McIntire.
- When was No Sad Songs for Me released?
- No Sad Songs for Me was released in 1950, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.