Going Places (1938): cast, story & where to watch
1938 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1938, Going Places is a comedy and romance film directed by Ray Enright, running about 84 minutes. “Laughs! Thrills! Songs!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A sports store clerk poses as a famous jockey as an advertising stunt, but gets more than he bargained for.
Who’s in it. Going Places stars Dick Powell as Peter Mason, Anita Louise as Ellen Parker, Louis Armstrong as Gabe and Allen Jenkins as Droopy, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Going Places 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 Going Places page.
If you liked it. Fans of Going Places tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Going Places (1938)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Going Places change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Going Places worth watching?
- Going Places holds an audience score of 6.0 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 Going Places?
- Going Places stars Dick Powell, Anita Louise, Louis Armstrong, Allen Jenkins and Ronald Reagan.
- When was Going Places released?
- Going Places was released in 1938, with a runtime of about 84 minutes.