It Happened One Night
1934, English. Directed by Frank Capra.
An unforgettable entertainment...the outstanding performance of two outstanding careers!
A runaway heiress makes a deal with the rogue reporter trailing her but the mismatched pair end up stuck with each other when their bus leaves them behind.
- Runtime
- 1h 45m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Where to watch It Happened One Night
It Happened One Night is streaming on Sony Pictures in India.
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Cast & crew
- Frank CapraDirector
- Clark GablePeter Warne
- Claudette ColbertEllie Andrews
- Walter ConnollyAlexander Andrews
- Roscoe KarnsOscar Shapeley
- Jameson ThomasKing Westley
- Alan HaleDanker
- Arthur HoytZeke
- Blanche FridericiZeke's Wife
- Charles Cahill WilsonJoe Gordon
- Ernie AdamsBag Thief (uncredited)
- Jessie ArnoldWoman at Auto Camp (uncredited)
- Irving BaconGas Station Attendant (uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 22 February 1934
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Robert Riskin
- Budget
- $325K
- Box office
- $4.5M
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What It Happened One Night is based on
It Happened One Night is adapted from a short story.
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It Happened One Night: quick answers
Is It Happened One Night worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.8/10 from 1,480 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is It Happened One Night?
It Happened One Night runs 105 minutes (1h 45m).
Does It Happened One Night have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for It Happened One Night. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
It Happened One Night parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
It Happened One Night is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is It Happened One Night on?
It Happened One Night is streaming on Sony Pictures in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like It Happened One Night?
If you liked It Happened One Night, try The Philadelphia Story, That Touch of Mink, People We Meet on Vacation.
Who directed It Happened One Night?
It Happened One Night (1934) was directed by Frank Capra and stars Clark Gable, Claudette Colbert, Walter Connolly.
What is It Happened One Night based on?
It Happened One Night is adapted from a short story.