Skylark (1941): cast, story & where to watch
1941 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 1941, Skylark is a comedy and romance film directed by Mark Sandrich, running about 92 minutes. “One of those gay romantic comedies with plenty of laughs!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. As her fifth wedding anniversary approaches, a woman realizes that she is fed up with always coming in second to her husband's advertising business. Just at the moment when she is trying to decide what to do, she meets a handsome attorney, and their innocent flirtation begins to turn into something a bit more serious.
Who’s in it. Skylark stars Claudette Colbert as Lydia Kenyon, Ray Milland as Tony Kenyon, Brian Aherne as Jim Blake and Binnie Barnes as Myrtle Valentine, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Skylark 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 Skylark page.
If you liked it. Fans of Skylark tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Skylark (1941)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Skylark change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Skylark worth watching?
- Skylark holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Skylark?
- Skylark stars Claudette Colbert, Ray Milland, Brian Aherne, Binnie Barnes and Walter Abel.
- When was Skylark released?
- Skylark was released in 1941, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.