On Moonlight Bay
1951, English. Directed by Roy Del Ruth.
The lovin'est musical in many a moon!
The Winfield family moves into a new house in a small town in Indiana. Tomboy Marjorie Winfield begins a romance with William Sherman who lives across the street. Marjorie has to learn how to dance and act like a proper young lady. Unfortunately William Sherman has unconventional ideas for the time. His ideas include not believing in marriage or money, which causes friction with Marjorie's father, who is the local bank vice president
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- Roy Del RuthDirector
- Doris DayMarjorie 'Marjie' Winfield
- Gordon MacRaeWilliam 'Bill' Sherman
- Jack SmithHubert Wakely
- Leon AmesGeorge Winfield
- Rosemary DeCampAlice Winfield
- Mary WickesStella
- Ellen CorbyMiss Mary Stevens
- Billy GrayWesley Winfield
- Henry EastDoughboy by Train
- Jeffrey StevensJim Sherman
- Eddie MarrContest Barker
- Sig ArnoCast
Details
- Released
- 26 July 1951
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Jack Rose, Melville Shavelson, Booth Tarkington
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On Moonlight Bay: quick answers
What comes after On Moonlight Bay?
Next in the series: By the Light of the Silvery Moon (1953).
Is On Moonlight Bay worth watching?
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How long is On Moonlight Bay?
On Moonlight Bay runs 95 minutes (1h 35m).
Does On Moonlight Bay have a post-credits scene?
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On Moonlight Bay parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
On Moonlight Bay is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is On Moonlight Bay on?
On Moonlight Bay isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like On Moonlight Bay?
If you liked On Moonlight Bay, try The Music Man, The Pirate, Marry Me.
Who directed On Moonlight Bay?
On Moonlight Bay (1951) was directed by Roy Del Ruth and stars Doris Day, Gordon MacRae, Jack Smith.