Happy Landing (1938): cast, story & where to watch
1938 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1938, Happy Landing is a comedy and music film directed by Roy Del Ruth, running about 102 minutes. “YOUR WONDER GIRL...BREATHLESSLY IN LOVE...BREATH TAKING ON THE ICE...IN A SHOW AGLOW WITH HAPPINESS...A MIRACLE OF MUSICAL DELIGHT!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Bandleader and manager discover skater in Norway. They become rivals as she returns with them to America.
Who’s in it. Happy Landing stars Sonja Henie as Trudy Ericksen, Don Ameche as Jimmy Hall, Jean Hersholt as Lars Ericksen and Ethel Merman as Flo Kelly, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Happy Landing 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 Happy Landing page.
If you liked it. Fans of Happy Landing tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Happy Landing (1938)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Happy Landing change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Happy Landing worth watching?
- Happy Landing holds an audience score of 5.5 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 Happy Landing?
- Happy Landing stars Sonja Henie, Don Ameche, Jean Hersholt, Ethel Merman and Cesar Romero.
- When was Happy Landing released?
- Happy Landing was released in 1938, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.