The Yankee Doodler (1942): cast, story & where to watch
1942 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1942, The Yankee Doodler is a notable film directed by Herbert Moulton.
What it’s about. Ancestors of music videos, YANKEE DOODLER, ROSIE THE RIVETER, and DEAR ARABELLA were made during World War II for coin-operated jukebox devices found in restaurants, bars and train stations. On built-in glass screens, they projected 16mm films of artists performing popular tunes. These examples, although not in perfect condition, are time capsules of their era. William Frawley was a vaudevillian and musical comedy performer decades before he played Fred Mertz on I Love Lucy.
Who’s in it. The Yankee Doodler stars William Frawley.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Yankee Doodler 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 Yankee Doodler page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Yankee Doodler (1942)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Yankee Doodler change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Yankee Doodler worth watching?
- The Yankee Doodler holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Yankee Doodler?
- The Yankee Doodler stars William Frawley.
- When was The Yankee Doodler released?
- The Yankee Doodler was released in 1942.