Show Boat
1951, English. Directed by George Sidney.
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A dashing Mississippi river gambler wins the affections of the daughter of the owner of the Show Boat.
- Runtime
- 1h 47m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.2/10 from 83 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Show Boat
Show Boat isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- George SidneyDirector
- Kathryn GraysonMagnolia Hawks
- Ava GardnerJulie LaVerne
- Howard KeelGaylord Ravenal
- Joe E. BrownCap'n Andy Hawks
- Marge ChampionEllie May Shipley
- Gower ChampionFrank Schultz
- Robert SterlingSteven Baker
- Agnes MooreheadParthy Hawks
- Leif EricksonPete
- William WarfieldJoe
- Linda ChristianChorus Girl (uncredited)
- Bess FlowersRacetrack Spectator (uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 19 July 1951
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- John Lee Mahin
- Budget
- $2.3M
- Box office
- $11M
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What Show Boat is based on
Show Boat is based on Show Boat, a 1926 play or musical by Edna Ferber, published by Doubleday.
Play or musical · 1926
Show Boat
By Edna Ferber
Published by Doubleday
Source details from Wikidata and TMDB.
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Show Boat: quick answers
Is Show Boat worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.2/10 from 83 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Show Boat?
Show Boat runs 107 minutes (1h 47m).
Does Show Boat have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Show Boat. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Show Boat parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Show Boat is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Show Boat on?
Show Boat isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Show Boat?
If you liked Show Boat, try Show Boat, On Golden Pond, The Last Song.
Who directed Show Boat?
Show Boat (1951) was directed by George Sidney and stars Kathryn Grayson, Ava Gardner, Howard Keel.
What is Show Boat based on?
Show Boat is based on Show Boat, a 1926 play or musical by Edna Ferber, published by Doubleday.