Movie

Reaching for the Sun

★ 7.3(3)19411h 30m

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Good to know

Director: William A. Wellman
Release date: 1941-05-01
Runtime: 1h 30m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Paramount Pictures

About Reaching for the Sun

Reaching for the Sun is a 1941 movie in the Comedy and Drama genres, directed by William A. Wellman, starring Joel McCrea, Ellen Drew and Eddie Bracken. It has a runtime of 1 hour 30 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.3/10 from 3 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Reaching for the Sun in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Comedy of a North Woods clam-digger who journeys to Detroit to earn money for outboard motor by working on auto assembly line.

Cast

Joel McCrea

Russ Eliot

Ellen Drew

Rita

Eddie Bracken

Benny Hogan

Albert Dekker

Herman

Billy Gilbert

Amos

George Chandler

Jerry

Bodil Rosing

Rita's Mother

James Burke

Norm

Nella Walker

Nurse

Eily Malyon

Landlady

Hobart Cavanaugh

Front Office Man

Regis Toomey

Intern

Themes & keywords

factoryfishermanrivalryromance

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Reaching for the Sun in Mexico?+

Reaching for the Sun is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Mexico. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Reaching for the Sun on Netflix?+

Reaching for the Sun is not on Netflix in Mexico right now.

How long is Reaching for the Sun?+

Reaching for the Sun has a runtime of 1 hour 30 minutes (90 minutes).

Who stars in Reaching for the Sun?+

Reaching for the Sun stars Joel McCrea, Ellen Drew, Eddie Bracken, Albert Dekker and Billy Gilbert.

When did Reaching for the Sun come out?+

Reaching for the Sun is a 1941 movie directed by William A. Wellman.

What genre is Reaching for the Sun?+

Reaching for the Sun is Comedy and Drama film.

Who directed Reaching for the Sun?+

Reaching for the Sun was directed by William A. Wellman.