Standing Room Only (1944): cast, story & where to watch
1944 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1944, Standing Room Only is a comedy, war and romance film directed by Sidney Lanfield, running about 83 minutes. “What a Girl Will Do to Get a Bed in Washington!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. During WWII, an executive and his secretary arrive in Washington, DC on business but, because of the housing shortage, are unable to find hotel rooms. In desperation, they pretend to be married and hire themselves out as a butler and maid in order to secure lodgings. Comedy.
Who’s in it. Standing Room Only stars Paulette Goddard as Jane Rogers, Fred MacMurray as Lee Stevens, Edward Arnold as T.J. Todd and Anne Revere as Maj. Harriet Cromwell, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Standing Room Only has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Standing Room Only page.
If you liked it. Fans of Standing Room Only tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Standing Room Only (1944)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Standing Room Only change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Standing Room Only worth watching?
- Standing Room Only holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, war and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Standing Room Only?
- Standing Room Only stars Paulette Goddard, Fred MacMurray, Edward Arnold, Anne Revere and Roland Young.
- When was Standing Room Only released?
- Standing Room Only was released in 1944, with a runtime of about 83 minutes.