It Happened Tomorrow(1944)
“Funniest thing on the screen today”
Overview
A young turn-of-the-century newspaper man finds he can get hold of the next day's paper. This brings more problems than fortune, especially as his new girlfriend is part of a phony clairvoyant act.
Director
René Clair
Studio
Arnold Pressburger Films
Cast
Dick Powell
as Lawrence 'Larry' Stevens
Linda Darnell
as Sylvia Smith-Stevens
Jack Oakie
as Uncle Oscar Smith
Edgar Kennedy
as Insp. Mulrooney
John Philliber
as Pop Benson
Edward Brophy
as Jake Shomberg
George Cleveland
as Mr. Gordon
Sig Ruman
as Mr. Beckstein
Paul Guilfoyle
as Shep
George Chandler
as Bob
Eddie Acuff
as Jim
Robert Dudley
as Justice of the Peace (uncredited)
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1944
Runtime
1h 25m
Language
English
Rating
6.8 / 10
Production Companies
Arnold Pressburger Films
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch It Happened Tomorrow?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for It Happened Tomorrow (1944).
What is It Happened Tomorrow about?▼
A young turn-of-the-century newspaper man finds he can get hold of the next day's paper. This brings more problems than fortune, especially as his new girlfriend is part of a phony clairvoyant act.
Who directed It Happened Tomorrow?▼
It Happened Tomorrow was directed by René Clair and released in 1944. It is a fantasy, comedy, romance film.
How long is It Happened Tomorrow?▼
It Happened Tomorrow has a runtime of 1 hours and 25 minutes (85 minutes total).
Who stars in It Happened Tomorrow?▼
The cast of It Happened Tomorrow includes Dick Powell as Lawrence 'Larry' Stevens, Linda Darnell as Sylvia Smith-Stevens, Jack Oakie as Uncle Oscar Smith, Edgar Kennedy as Insp. Mulrooney, John Philliber as Pop Benson and more.
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