Movie

Strike Up the Band

“The merriest pair on the screen!”

★ 6.6(27)19402h 0m

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Good to know

Director: Busby Berkeley
Release date: 1940-09-27
Runtime: 2h 0m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer

Strike Up the Band — trailer

About Strike Up the Band

Strike Up the Band is a 1940 movie in the Comedy, Music and Romance genres, directed by Busby Berkeley, starring Mickey Rooney, Judy Garland and June Preisser. It has a runtime of 2 hours 0 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.6/10 from 27 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Strike Up the Band in Russia — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Jimmy and Mary get a group of kids together to play in a school orchestra. A huge contest between schools is coming up and they have a hard time raising money to go to Chicago for the contest.

Cast

Mickey Rooney

Jimmy Connors

Judy Garland

Mary Holden

June Preisser

Barbara Frances Morgan

William Tracy

Phillip Turner

Larry Nunn

Willie Brewster

Paul Whiteman

Margaret Early

Annie

Ann Shoemaker

Mrs. Connors

Francis Pierlot

Mr. Judd

Virginia Brissac

Mrs. May Holden

George Lessey

Mr. Morgan

Enid Bennett

Mrs. Morgan

Themes & keywords

musical

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Strike Up the Band in Russia?+

Strike Up the Band is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Russia. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Strike Up the Band on Netflix?+

Strike Up the Band is not on Netflix in Russia right now.

How long is Strike Up the Band?+

Strike Up the Band has a runtime of 2 hours 0 minutes (120 minutes).

Who stars in Strike Up the Band?+

Strike Up the Band stars Mickey Rooney, Judy Garland, June Preisser, William Tracy and Larry Nunn.

When did Strike Up the Band come out?+

Strike Up the Band is a 1940 movie directed by Busby Berkeley.

What genre is Strike Up the Band?+

Strike Up the Band is Comedy, Music and Romance film.

Who directed Strike Up the Band?+

Strike Up the Band was directed by Busby Berkeley.