Holiday (1938)
Kernel Score: 83% · 284 ratings · Rated NR
Genres: Comedy, Romance, Drama
Released: 1938-05-26
Runtime: 97 minutes
Where to watch Holiday
- Free with ads: The Roku Channel, YouTube Free
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-25.
Overview
Johnny Case, a freethinking financier, has finally found the girl of his dreams — Julia Seton, the spoiled daughter of a socially prominent millionaire — and she's agreed to marry him. But when Johnny plans a holiday for the two to enjoy life while they are still young, his fiancée has other plans & that is for Johnny to work in her father's bank!
Holiday parents' guide: all ages
Parents need to know that Holiday (1938) is a classic screwball romantic comedy about a man choosing love and freedom over wealth and social conformity.
- Drinking, drugs & smoking: Some — A supporting character is depicted as an alcoholic in comedic and sympathetic terms.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official NR rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Cast
- Katharine Hepburn as Linda Seton
- Cary Grant as Johnny Case
- Doris Nolan as Julia Seton
- Lew Ayres as Ned Seton
- Edward Everett Horton as Nick Potter
- Henry Kolker as Edward Seton
- Binnie Barnes as Laura Cram
- Jean Dixon as Susan Potter
- Henry Daniell as Seton Cram
- Edward Biby as Churchgoer (uncredited)
Holiday FAQ
Is Holiday good?
Holiday has an 83% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 284 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Holiday?
In the US you can watch it free with ads on The Roku Channel and YouTube Free and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Holiday OK for kids?
Holiday is rated NR. Fresh Kernels suggests all ages. Parents need to know that Holiday (1938) is a classic screwball romantic comedy about a man choosing love and freedom over wealth and social conformity.
What movies are like Holiday?
If you liked Holiday, try The Awful Truth, Holidate, About Fate and Anora.