Cabin in the Sky
1943, English. Directed by Vincente Minnelli.
At Last on the Screen! The Musical Comedy Sensation!
When compulsive gambler Little Joe Jackson dies in a drunken fight, he awakens in purgatory, where he learns that he will be sent back to Earth for six months to prove that he deserves to be in heaven. He awakens, remembering nothing and struggles to do right by his devout wife, Petunia, while an angel known as the General and the devil's son, Lucifer Jr., fight for his soul.
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.5/10 from 51 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Cabin in the Sky
Cabin in the Sky isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online.
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Cast & crew
- Vincente MinnelliDirector
- Ethel WatersPetunia Jackson
- Eddie 'Rochester' AndersonJoseph 'Little Joe' Jackson
- Lena HorneGeorgia Brown
- Louis ArmstrongThe Trumpeter
- Rex IngramLucius / Lucifer Jr.
- Kenneth SpencerThe General / Rev. Greene
- John 'Bubbles' SublettDomino Johnson
- Oscar PolkThe Deacon / Fleetfoot
- Mantan MorelandFirst Idea Man
- Willie BestSecond Idea Man
- Fletcher RiversThird Idea Man
- Leon James PokeFourth Idea Man
Details
- Released
- 24 March 1943
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Joseph Schrank, Marc Connelly
- Budget
- $662K
- Box office
- $1.6M
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Cabin in the Sky: quick answers
Is Cabin in the Sky worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.5/10 from 51 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Cabin in the Sky?
Cabin in the Sky runs 98 minutes (1h 38m).
Does Cabin in the Sky have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Cabin in the Sky. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Cabin in the Sky parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Cabin in the Sky is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Cabin in the Sky on?
Cabin in the Sky isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like Cabin in the Sky?
If you liked Cabin in the Sky, try Trolls World Tour, A Cinderella Story: If the Shoe Fits, KPop Demon Hunters.
Who directed Cabin in the Sky?
Cabin in the Sky (1943) was directed by Vincente Minnelli and stars Ethel Waters, Eddie 'Rochester' Anderson, Lena Horne.