Here Comes the Sun (1945): cast, story & where to watch

1945 · Film · ★ 6

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Released in 1945, Here Comes the Sun is a comedy and music film directed by John Baxter, running about 84 minutes.

What it’s about. When a wealthy newspaper proprietor passes away, his crooked business partner moves to secure the deceased's fortune by substituting a false will. But 'Corona' Flanagan is onto the fraudster, and his efforts to unmask the villain see him popping in and out of jail – which isn't all that bad, since the governor is an old friend of his – and dressing up as a Russian countess...

Who’s in it. Here Comes the Sun stars Bud Flanagan as Corona Flanagan, Chesney Allen as Ches Allen, Elsa Tee as Helen Blare and Joss Ambler as Bradshaw, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Here Comes the Sun 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 Here Comes the Sun page.

If you liked it. Fans of Here Comes the Sun tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Here Comes the Sun (1945)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Here Comes the Sun change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Here Comes the Sun worth watching?
Here Comes the Sun holds an audience score of 6.0 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 Here Comes the Sun?
Here Comes the Sun stars Bud Flanagan, Chesney Allen, Elsa Tee, Joss Ambler and Dick Francis.
When was Here Comes the Sun released?
Here Comes the Sun was released in 1945, with a runtime of about 84 minutes.