We're Not Dressing (1934): cast, story & where to watch
1934 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 1934, We're Not Dressing is a comedy and music film directed by Norman Taurog, running about 74 minutes. “SING - BING - SING!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Beautiful high society type Doris Worthington is entertaining guests on her yacht in the Pacific when it hits a reef and sinks. She makes her way to an island with the help of singing sailor Stephen Jones. Her friend Edith, Uncle Hubert, and Princes Michael and Alexander make it to the same island but all prove to be useless in the art of survival. The sailor is the only one with the practical knowhow to survive but Doris and the others snub his leadership offer. That is until he starts a clam bake and wafts the fumes in their starving faces. The group gradually gives into his leadership, the only question now is if Doris will give into his charms.
Who’s in it. We're Not Dressing stars Bing Crosby as Stephen Jones, Carole Lombard as Doris Worthington, George Burns as George Martin and Gracie Allen as Gracie Martin, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, We're Not Dressing 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 We're Not Dressing page.
If you liked it. Fans of We're Not Dressing tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch We're Not Dressing (1934)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for We're Not Dressing change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is We're Not Dressing worth watching?
- We're Not Dressing holds an audience score of 6.7 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 We're Not Dressing?
- We're Not Dressing stars Bing Crosby, Carole Lombard, George Burns, Gracie Allen and Ethel Merman.
- When was We're Not Dressing released?
- We're Not Dressing was released in 1934, with a runtime of about 74 minutes.