Cruisin' Down the River (1953): cast, story & where to watch
1953 · Film
Released in 1953, Cruisin' Down the River is a music film directed by Richard Quine, running about 81 minutes. “The Showboat Show of Shows!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A New Yorker inherits an old river boat and decides to turn it into a night club while falling in love with Sally Jane, the granddaughter of his worse enemy.
Who’s in it. Cruisin' Down the River stars Dick Haymes as Beauregard Clemment III, Audrey Totter as Sally Jane Jackson, Cecil Kellaway as Thadeus Jackson and Connie Russell as Melissa Curry, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Cruisin' Down the River page.
If you liked it. Fans of Cruisin' Down the River tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Cruisin' Down the River (1953)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Cruisin' Down the River change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Cruisin' Down the River?
- Cruisin' Down the River stars Dick Haymes, Audrey Totter, Cecil Kellaway, Connie Russell and Douglas Fowley.
- When was Cruisin' Down the River released?
- Cruisin' Down the River was released in 1953, with a runtime of about 81 minutes.