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Movie Info

Release Date: August 13, 1945
Runtime: 143 minutes
Alternative titles: View all (4)
Genres:
Comedy Romance Music
Budget: $2,600,000
Revenue: $7,500,000
Original Language: English
Status: Released
Spoken Languages:
Critic Scores
Ratings from trusted sources
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56%
Tomatometer
60
60/100
Metacritic
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6.8/10
TMDB
164 votes
7.0/10
IMDb
9,979 votes
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Anchors Aweigh

1945

"Sail away to laughter, love, and music."

Also known as: 🇮🇹 IT: Canta che ti passa? 🇯🇵 JA: 錨を上げて? 🇨🇳 ZH: 银汉双星? 🇷🇴 RO: Ridicați ancora! All international titles (4) →

Awards & Recognition

0 Wins
1 Nominations
1 Total
Oscars
1 nom.
Year Festival Category Winner
1946 Oscars Best Actor Gene Kelly

Synopsis

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Parental Guide — Suitable for 13+

13+

Content guidance for parents

Category Level Indicator
Violence 1/5
Sexual Content 2/5
Language 1/5
Drugs / Alcohol 1/5
Frightening Elements 0/5
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Box Office

Budget: $2,600,000
Revenue: $7,500,000
Profit $4,900,000
ROI +188.5% (2.9x)

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Keywords

#new york city 231 #musical 122 #live action and animation 28 #cartoon mouse 5

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Trivia & Fun Facts about Anchors Aweigh

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  • In one memorable scene, Frank Sinatra's character interacts with a cartoon mouse, which was a nod to the burgeoning popularity of animation in post-war cinema.

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  • Frank Sinatra was initially hesitant to take on the role of Joe Brady, but his close friend and co-star Gene Kelly encouraged him to accept the part, believing it would showcase Sinatra's singing talents.

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  • During the filming of a dance sequence, Gene Kelly accidentally stumbled, leading to an unplanned moment that was ultimately retained in the final cut, showcasing the spontaneity of the performance.

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  • Anchors Aweigh features a notable connection to the classic film musical On the Town, as both films showcase the talents of Gene Kelly and share similar themes of sailors on leave in a vibrant city.

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  • The film's vibrant musical numbers and choreography were heavily influenced by the post-war optimism of the 1940s, reflecting the cultural desire for joy and entertainment during that era.

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