It Happened One Night (1934)
Kernel Score: 87% · 1,374 ratings · Rated NR
Genres: Comedy, Romance
Released: 1934-02-22
Runtime: 105 minutes
Where to watch It Happened One Night
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US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
A runaway heiress makes a deal with the rogue reporter trailing her but the mismatched pair end up stuck with each other when their bus leaves them behind.
It Happened One Night parents' guide: all ages
Parents need to know that It Happened One Night is a classic screwball romantic comedy suitable for most ages.
- Violence & scariness: None — No violence in this lighthearted classic comedy.
- Sex, romance & nudity: A little — Mild innuendo and romantic tension typical of a 1930s screwball comedy; nothing explicit.
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
- Clark Gable as Peter Warne
- Claudette Colbert as Ellie Andrews
- Walter Connolly as Alexander Andrews
- Roscoe Karns as Oscar Shapeley
- Jameson Thomas as King Westley
- Alan Hale as Danker
- Arthur Hoyt as Zeke
- Blanche Friderici as Zeke's Wife
- Charles C. Wilson as Joe Gordon
- Ernie Adams as Bag Thief (uncredited)
It Happened One Night FAQ
Is It Happened One Night good?
It Happened One Night has an 87% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 1,374 audience ratings.
Where can I watch It Happened One Night?
In the US you can watch it free with ads on Fawesome, The Roku Channel, YouTube Free and Tubi and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is It Happened One Night OK for kids?
It Happened One Night is rated NR. Fresh Kernels suggests all ages. Parents need to know that It Happened One Night is a classic screwball romantic comedy suitable for most ages.
What movies are like It Happened One Night?
If you liked It Happened One Night, try The Philadelphia Story, People We Meet on Vacation, Sullivan's Travels and Mr. Deeds Goes to Town.