Dance Hall (1950): cast, story & where to watch
1950 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1950, Dance Hall is a drama and romance film directed by Charles Crichton, running about 80 minutes.
What it’s about. Episodic tale of four factory girls and their various romances at the local dance hall in Chiswick, London. Unusual at the time, the film tells its story from a feminine perspective. Today, it is mainly recognised for its post-war London atmosphere, with bomb sites, trolleybuses and rationing.
Who’s in it. Dance Hall stars Diana Dors as Carole, Natasha Parry as Eve, Petula Clark as Georgie and Jane Hylton as Mary, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Dance Hall has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Dance Hall page.
If you liked it. Fans of Dance Hall tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Dance Hall (1950)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Dance Hall change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Dance Hall worth watching?
- Dance Hall holds an audience score of 5.0 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 Dance Hall?
- Dance Hall stars Diana Dors, Natasha Parry, Petula Clark, Jane Hylton and Donald Houston.
- When was Dance Hall released?
- Dance Hall was released in 1950, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.