Dixie (1943): cast, story & where to watch
1943 · Film · ★ 3
Released in 1943, Dixie is a comedy and music film directed by A. Edward Sutherland, running about 89 minutes. “IT'S BING'S BEST!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A young songwriter leaves his Kentucky home to try to make it in New Orleans. Eventually he winds up in New York, where he sells his songs to a music publisher, but refuses to sell his most treasured composition: "Dixie." The film is based on the life of Daniel Decatur Emmett, who wrote the classic song "Dixie."
Who’s in it. Dixie stars Bing Crosby as Daniel Decatur Emmett, Dorothy Lamour as Millie Cook, Marjorie Reynolds as Jean Mason and Billy De Wolfe as Mr. Bones, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.0/10, Dixie has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Dixie page.
If you liked it. Fans of Dixie tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Dixie (1943)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Dixie change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Dixie worth watching?
- Dixie holds an audience score of 3.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Dixie?
- Dixie stars Bing Crosby, Dorothy Lamour, Marjorie Reynolds, Billy De Wolfe and Lynne Overman.
- When was Dixie released?
- Dixie was released in 1943, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.