The Lady Takes a Sailor (1949): cast, story & where to watch
1949 · Film · ★ 3.8
Released in 1949, The Lady Takes a Sailor is a comedy and romance film directed by Michael Curtiz, running about 99 minutes. “Man the laugh boats!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Jennifer Smith heads a "Consumer Reports"-type company and her reputation for honesty is her greatest asset. While out boating one day she encounters a secret prototype submarine piloted by Bill Craig. Trying to explain her absence after her boat sinks becomes very difficult as Bill and his cohorts attempt to discredit her story.
Who’s in it. The Lady Takes a Sailor stars Jane Wyman as Jennifer Smith, Dennis Morgan as Bill Craig, Eve Arden as Susan Wayne and Robert Douglas as John Tyson, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.8/10, The Lady Takes a Sailor has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Lady Takes a Sailor page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Lady Takes a Sailor tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Lady Takes a Sailor (1949)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Lady Takes a Sailor change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Lady Takes a Sailor worth watching?
- The Lady Takes a Sailor holds an audience score of 3.8 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 The Lady Takes a Sailor?
- The Lady Takes a Sailor stars Jane Wyman, Dennis Morgan, Eve Arden, Robert Douglas and Allyn Joslyn.
- When was The Lady Takes a Sailor released?
- The Lady Takes a Sailor was released in 1949, with a runtime of about 99 minutes.