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Pan-Americana (1945): cast, story & where to watch

1945 · Film · ★ 4.3

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Released in 1945, Pan-Americana is a music film directed by John H. Auer, running about 84 minutes. “Roaring with rhythm!... Rosy with romance!... Radiant with names!...” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A New York magazine sends its editors to South America to find beautiful girls.

Who’s in it. Pan-Americana stars Phillip Terry as Dan Jordan, Audrey Long as Jo Anne Benson, Robert Benchley as Charlie Corker and Eve Arden as Helen 'Hoppy' Hopkins, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.3/10, Pan-Americana has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on TCM. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Pan-Americana page.

If you liked it. Fans of Pan-Americana tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Pan-Americana (1945)?
In US, Pan-Americana is available to stream on TCM. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Pan-Americana worth watching?
Pan-Americana holds an audience score of 4.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Pan-Americana?
Pan-Americana stars Phillip Terry, Audrey Long, Robert Benchley, Eve Arden and Ernest Truex.
When was Pan-Americana released?
Pan-Americana was released in 1945, with a runtime of about 84 minutes.