Sweethearts (1938): cast, story & where to watch
1938 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 1938, Sweethearts is a comedy and music film directed by W.S. Van Dyke, running about 114 minutes. “America's Singing Sweethearts are Sweethearts!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Bickering husband-and-wife stage stars are manipulated into a break-up for publicity purposes.
Who’s in it. Sweethearts stars Jeanette MacDonald as Gwen Marlowe, Nelson Eddy as Ernest Lane, Frank Morgan as Felix Lehman and Ray Bolger as Hans, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, Sweethearts has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Sweethearts page.
If you liked it. Fans of Sweethearts tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Sweethearts (1938)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Sweethearts change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Sweethearts worth watching?
- Sweethearts holds an audience score of 5.2 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 Sweethearts?
- Sweethearts stars Jeanette MacDonald, Nelson Eddy, Frank Morgan, Ray Bolger and Florence Rice.
- When was Sweethearts released?
- Sweethearts was released in 1938, with a runtime of about 114 minutes.