The Big Hangover (1950): cast, story & where to watch
1950 · Film · ★ 7.2
Released in 1950, The Big Hangover is a comedy film directed by Norman Krasna, running about 82 minutes. “Van's New Girl - What a Dish!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A young law school graduate is hired by a prestigious firm, but he neglects to inform them he is allergic to even a single whiff of alcohol.
Who’s in it. The Big Hangover stars Van Johnson as David Maldon, Elizabeth Taylor as Mary Belney, Leon Ames as Carl Bellcap and Gene Lockhart as Charles Parkford, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, The Big Hangover has been warmly received by audiences. It went on to earn $1.6M at the box office.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Big Hangover page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Big Hangover tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Big Hangover (1950)?
- In US, The Big Hangover is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Big Hangover worth watching?
- The Big Hangover holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Big Hangover?
- The Big Hangover stars Van Johnson, Elizabeth Taylor, Leon Ames, Gene Lockhart and Percy Waram.
- When was The Big Hangover released?
- The Big Hangover was released in 1950, with a runtime of about 82 minutes.