The Wagons Roll at Night (1941): cast, story & where to watch
1941 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1941, The Wagons Roll at Night is a drama and romance film directed by Ray Enright, running about 84 minutes. “FOR THE MILLIONS WHO CHEERED "THEY DRIVE BY NIGHT"!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An escaped circus lion provides the impetus for the meeting of carnival owner Nick Coster and Matt Varney, a small-town man who suddenly becomes a lion tamer when he manages to subdue the big cat. While acclimating to carnival life, Matt begins a romance with Nick's sister, Mary, causing tension between Matt and Nick. The latter must also juggle his stormy relationship with glamorous circus star Flo Lorraine.
Who’s in it. The Wagons Roll at Night stars Humphrey Bogart as Nick Coster, Sylvia Sidney as Flo Lorraine, Eddie Albert as Matt Varney and Joan Leslie as Mary Coster, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Wagons Roll at Night has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Wagons Roll at Night page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Wagons Roll at Night tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Wagons Roll at Night (1941)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Wagons Roll at Night change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Wagons Roll at Night worth watching?
- The Wagons Roll at Night holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Wagons Roll at Night?
- The Wagons Roll at Night stars Humphrey Bogart, Sylvia Sidney, Eddie Albert, Joan Leslie and Sig Ruman.
- When was The Wagons Roll at Night released?
- The Wagons Roll at Night was released in 1941, with a runtime of about 84 minutes.