Singin' in the Rain (1952)

Kernel Score: 89% · 3,430 ratings · Rated G

Genres: Comedy, Romance

Released: 1952-04-10

Runtime: 103 minutes

Is Singin' in the Rain worth watching?

Must-watch. A silent-film star and a chorus girl navigate Hollywood's switch to sound, with some of the best dance numbers ever filmed. It is joyful, funny and endlessly rewatchable. The title number is a high point of cinema.

Watch it if you

  • love classic movie musicals
  • want a feel-good film
  • enjoy dance and physical comedy

Skip it if you

  • dislike old-fashioned musicals
  • won't watch older films

Best for: Feel-good night in

Fresh Kernels verdict, AI-assisted from our scores, audience reviews and the official rating.

Where to watch Singin' in the Rain

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

US availability, updated 2026-10-23.

Overview

In 1927 Hollywood, a silent film star falls for a chorus girl just as he and his paranoid screen partner struggle to make the difficult transition to talking pictures.

Singin' in the Rain parents' guide: all ages

Parents need to know that Singin' in the Rain is a classic, family-friendly musical comedy about Hollywood's transition to sound film.

Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official G rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.

Movies like Singin' in the Rain

If you liked Singin' in the Rain, these are the movies we'd watch next.

  • The Artist (2011) — 83%: Modern tribute to the same Hollywood era.
  • Charade (1963) — 87%: Light, charming classic comedy.
  • Funny Face (1957) — 78%: Stylish musical with dancing and Paris.
  • Seven Brides for Seven Brothers (1954) — 80%: Lively classic musical.
  • On the Town (1949) — 77%: Joyful musical about sailors in New York.
  • Grease (1978) — 82%: Fun musical with a nostalgic edge.

Director

Stanley Donen

Cast

  • Gene Kelly as Don Lockwood
  • Donald O'Connor as Cosmo Brown
  • Debbie Reynolds as Kathy Selden
  • Jean Hagen as Lina Lamont
  • Millard Mitchell as R.F. Simpson
  • Cyd Charisse as Dancer
  • Douglas Fowley as Roscoe Dexter
  • Rita Moreno as Zelda Zanders
  • Mae Clarke as Hairdresser (uncredited)
  • Bess Flowers as Audience Member (uncredited)

Singin' in the Rain FAQ

Is Singin' in the Rain worth watching?

Must-watch. A silent-film star and a chorus girl navigate Hollywood's switch to sound, with some of the best dance numbers ever filmed. It is joyful, funny and endlessly rewatchable. The title number is a high point of cinema.

Where can I watch Singin' in the Rain?

In the US you can stream Singin' in the Rain on HBO Max and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.

Is Singin' in the Rain OK for kids?

Singin' in the Rain is rated G. Fresh Kernels suggests all ages. Parents need to know that Singin' in the Rain is a classic, family-friendly musical comedy about Hollywood's transition to sound film.

What movies are like Singin' in the Rain?

If you liked Singin' in the Rain, try The Artist, Charade, Funny Face and Seven Brides for Seven Brothers.