I Won't Play (1944): cast, story & where to watch
1944 · Film · ★ 5.6
Released in 1944, I Won't Play is a drama film directed by Crane Wilbur, running about 18 minutes.
What it’s about. In this Oscar-winning short film, a Marine, Joe Fingers, on a South Sea island during World War II, tells tales of the influence he's had on various personalities. In the words of one of his buddies, he's either the biggest liar in the world or the most important man in show business.
Who’s in it. I Won't Play stars Dane Clark as Joe Fingers, Janis Paige as Kim Karol / Sally, Warren Douglas as Rusty aka 'Handsome' and Robert Shayne as Chaplain aka 'Padre', among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, I Won't Play 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 I Won't Play page.
If you liked it. Fans of I Won't Play tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch I Won't Play (1944)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for I Won't Play change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is I Won't Play worth watching?
- I Won't Play holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in I Won't Play?
- I Won't Play stars Dane Clark, Janis Paige, Warren Douglas, Robert Shayne and William Haade.
- When was I Won't Play released?
- I Won't Play was released in 1944, with a runtime of about 18 minutes.