Holiday Inn (1942)

Kernel Score: 78% · 218 ratings · Rated NR

Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance

Released: 1942-07-10

Runtime: 101 minutes

Where to watch Holiday Inn

  • Stream: Prime Video
  • Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
  • Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube

US availability, updated 2026-10-23.

Overview

Lovely Linda Mason has crooner Jim Hardy head over heels, but suave stepper Ted Hanover wants her for his new dance partner after fickle Lila Dixon gives him the brush. Jim's supper club, Holiday Inn, is the setting for the chase by Hanover and his manager.

Holiday Inn parents' guide: all ages

Parents need to know that Holiday Inn is a wholesome 1942 NR musical romance about a singer, dancer, and their romantic rivalry set around holidays.

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

Mark Sandrich

Cast

  • Bing Crosby as Jim Hardy
  • Fred Astaire as Ted Hanover
  • Marjorie Reynolds as Linda Mason
  • Virginia Dale as Lila Dixon
  • Walter Abel as Danny Reed
  • Louise Beavers as Mamie
  • Irving Bacon as Gus
  • Marek Windheim as François
  • James Bell as Dunbar
  • John Gallaudet as Parker

Holiday Inn FAQ

Is Holiday Inn good?

Holiday Inn has a 78% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 218 audience ratings.

Where can I watch Holiday Inn?

In the US you can stream Holiday Inn on Prime Video and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.

Is Holiday Inn OK for kids?

Holiday Inn is rated NR. Fresh Kernels suggests all ages. Parents need to know that Holiday Inn is a wholesome 1942 NR musical romance about a singer, dancer, and their romantic rivalry set around holidays.

What movies are like Holiday Inn?

If you liked Holiday Inn, try A Princess for Christmas, High Strung Free Dance, Top Hat and Star!.