On the Town
On the Town

On the Town

1949Movie98 minEnglish

Three sailors wreak havoc as they search for love during a whirlwind 24-hour leave in New York City.

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IMDb7.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes96%
Google Users92%
Director: Gene Kelly, Stanley DonenGenres: Musical, Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

Three sailors on a 24-hour leave in New York City are determined to find romance and adventure before their ship sails again. Chip, Ozzie, and Gabey each have their own unique goals, from finding a girl to exploring the vast city. Their whirlwind day takes them through iconic landmarks and into the lives of various New Yorkers, including a cab driver with dreams of stardom and a museum guide.

Critical Reception

On the Town was a critical and commercial success upon its release, praised for its innovative use of on-location shooting, energetic choreography, and vibrant portrayal of New York City. It is widely considered a landmark musical, celebrated for its seamless integration of song, dance, and story.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its groundbreaking use of real New York locations.
  • Lauded for its dynamic choreography and infectious energy.
  • Celebrated for the charismatic performances of its lead actors.

Google audience: Audiences loved the film's energetic pace, vibrant musical numbers, and charming performances. Many viewers appreciated the innovative approach of filming on location in New York City, finding it brought an exciting authenticity to the story.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for two Academy Awards, including Best Scoring of a Musical Picture. Won a Golden Globe for Best Cinematography, Color.

Fun Fact

This film was one of the first major Hollywood musicals to be filmed extensively on location in New York City, a significant departure from the studio-bound productions of the era.

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CinemaSerf

CinemaSerf

That old expression about things not being broken not needing fixing springs to mind with this. Messrs. Sinatra, Kelly (who co-directed) and Munshin don their naval uniforms for a 24 hour pass in the Big Apple. Once there, they fall for a p...
John Chard

John Chard

Wonderful town gets a wonderful movie. As would be tradition, the story at the core of On the Town isn't anything to sing from the roof tops, but it plays out as one of MGM's most memorable slices of froth. Propelled by talented stars an...