Movie

Sullivan's Travels

“Veronica Lake’s on the Take”

★ 7.4(518)19411h 31m

Sullivan's Travels is streaming on YouTube TV and Criterion Channel in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. Availability checked 21 July 2026.

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Good to know

Director: Preston Sturges
Release date: 1941-11-30
Runtime: 1h 31m
Language: English
Box office: $1,200,000
Budget: $700,000
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Paramount Pictures

Sullivan's Travels — trailer

About Sullivan's Travels

Sullivan's Travels is a 1941 movie in the Comedy, Romance and Adventure genres, directed by Preston Sturges, starring Joel McCrea, Veronica Lake and Robert Warwick. It has a runtime of 1 hour 31 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.4/10 from 518 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Sullivan's Travels in United States — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Successful movie director John L. Sullivan, convinced he won't be able to film his ambitious masterpiece until he has suffered, dons a hobo disguise and sets off on a journey, aiming to "know trouble" first-hand. When all he finds is a train ride back to Hollywood and a beautiful blonde companion, he redoubles his efforts, managing to land himself in more trouble than he bargained for when he loses his memory and ends up a prisoner on a chain gang.

Cast

Joel McCrea

John Sullivan

Veronica Lake

The Girl

Robert Warwick

Mr. LeBrand

William Demarest

Mr. Jones

Franklin Pangborn

Mr. Casalsis

Porter Hall

Mr. Hadrian

Byron Foulger

Johnny Valdelle

Margaret Hayes

Secretary

Robert Greig

Burroughs

Eric Blore

Sullivan's Valet

Torben Meyer

The Doctor

Victor Potel

Cameraman

Themes & keywords

homeless personmovie businessfake identitymistaken identitygreat depressionjailchain gangmemory lossblack and whiteon the roadscrewball comedyriding the railroad moviehidden identityhobo

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Sullivan's Travels in United States?+

In United States, you can stream Sullivan's Travels on YouTube TV and Criterion Channel. It's also available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home.

Is Sullivan's Travels on Netflix?+

Sullivan's Travels is not on Netflix in United States right now, but you can stream it on YouTube TV and Criterion Channel.

How long is Sullivan's Travels?+

Sullivan's Travels has a runtime of 1 hour 31 minutes (91 minutes).

Who stars in Sullivan's Travels?+

Sullivan's Travels stars Joel McCrea, Veronica Lake, Robert Warwick, William Demarest and Franklin Pangborn.

When did Sullivan's Travels come out?+

Sullivan's Travels is a 1941 movie directed by Preston Sturges.

What genre is Sullivan's Travels?+

Sullivan's Travels is Comedy, Romance and Adventure film.

Who directed Sullivan's Travels?+

Sullivan's Travels was directed by Preston Sturges.