Pittsburgh (1942): cast, story & where to watch
1942 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1942, Pittsburgh is a drama film directed by Lewis Seiler, running about 91 minutes. “BIG! BRAWNY! BOLD!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Charles 'Pittsburgh' Markham rides roughshod over his friends, his lovers, and his ideals in his trek toward financial success in the Pittsburgh steel industry, only to find himself deserted and lonely at the top. When his crash comes, he finds that fate has dealt him a second chance.
Who’s in it. Pittsburgh stars Marlene Dietrich as Josie 'Hunky' Winters, Randolph Scott as Cash Evans, John Wayne as Charles 'Pittsburgh' Markham and Frank Craven as J.M. 'Doc' Powers, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh page.
If you liked it. Fans of Pittsburgh tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Pittsburgh (1942)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Pittsburgh change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Pittsburgh worth watching?
- Pittsburgh holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Pittsburgh?
- Pittsburgh stars Marlene Dietrich, Randolph Scott, John Wayne, Frank Craven and Louise Allbritton.
- When was Pittsburgh released?
- Pittsburgh was released in 1942, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.