My Gal Sal (1942): cast, story & where to watch
1942 · Film · ★ 6.1
Released in 1942, My Gal Sal is a comedy, romance and music film directed by Irving Cummings, running about 103 minutes.
What it’s about. Biopic chronicling the early life of gay nineties-era songwriter Paul Dresser as he outgrows his job as carnival entertainer and moves up into New York society, writing one hit song after another. Despite his egotistical behavior, he manages to woo and win Sally Elliott, one of the more popular songstresses of the day
Who’s in it. My Gal Sal stars Rita Hayworth as Sally Elliott, Victor Mature as Paul Dresser, John Sutton as Fred Haviland and Carole Landis as Mae Collins, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, My Gal Sal 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 My Gal Sal page.
If you liked it. Fans of My Gal Sal tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch My Gal Sal (1942)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for My Gal Sal change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is My Gal Sal worth watching?
- My Gal Sal holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, romance and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in My Gal Sal?
- My Gal Sal stars Rita Hayworth, Victor Mature, John Sutton, Carole Landis and James Gleason.
- When was My Gal Sal released?
- My Gal Sal was released in 1942, with a runtime of about 103 minutes.