Fun on a Weekend (1947): cast, story & where to watch
1947 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1947, Fun on a Weekend is a comedy and romance film directed by Andrew L. Stone, running about 93 minutes. “FROM TRAMPS TO TYCOONS...In One Hilarious Weekend!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Shy, destitute Peter Porter meets equally impoverished Nancy Crane at a Florida beach. Inspired by Peter's belief that a person can acquire wealth simply by creating an aura of success, the outgoing Nancy convinces Peter to join her in impersonating a confident and eccentric wealthy couple. The experiment works, and the couple secure a stunning wardrobe and a lavish room at a resort. Peter panics, however, when he gets a fantastic job offer.
Who’s in it. Fun on a Weekend stars Eddie Bracken as Pete Porter aka P.P. Porterhouse III, Priscilla Lane as Nancy Crane, Tom Conway as Jefferson Van Orsdale Jr. and Allen Jenkins as Joe Morgan, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Fun on a Weekend has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Fun on a Weekend page.
If you liked it. Fans of Fun on a Weekend tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Fun on a Weekend (1947)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Fun on a Weekend change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Fun on a Weekend worth watching?
- Fun on a Weekend holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Fun on a Weekend?
- Fun on a Weekend stars Eddie Bracken, Priscilla Lane, Tom Conway, Allen Jenkins and Arthur Treacher.
- When was Fun on a Weekend released?
- Fun on a Weekend was released in 1947, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.