Rise and Shine (1941): cast, story & where to watch
1941 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1941, Rise and Shine is a comedy, crime and romance film directed by Allan Dwan, running about 92 minutes. “A COLLEGIATE CARNIVAL of ROMANCE, MELODY and MADNESS!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The college president, the head cheerleader and a gambling gangster try to keep a flunking football star in the game
Who’s in it. Rise and Shine stars Jack Oakie as Boley Bolenciecwcz, George Murphy as Jimmy McGonagle, Linda Darnell as Louise Murray and Walter Brennan as Grandpa, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Rise and Shine 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 Rise and Shine page.
If you liked it. Fans of Rise and Shine tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Rise and Shine (1941)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Rise and Shine change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Rise and Shine worth watching?
- Rise and Shine holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, crime and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Rise and Shine?
- Rise and Shine stars Jack Oakie, George Murphy, Linda Darnell, Walter Brennan and Milton Berle.
- When was Rise and Shine released?
- Rise and Shine was released in 1941, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.