Road to Rio (1947) movie poster

Road to Rio

1947 · 100 min · Director: Norman Z. McLeod

Road to Rio (1947) is a comedy drama, directed by Norman Z. McLeod. It stars Bing Crosby and Bob Hope. The 100-minute film holds an audience score of 6.8/10.

What Road to Rio Is About

Scat Sweeney and Hot Lips Barton, two out of work musicians, stow away onboard a ship bound for Rio, after accidentally setting fire to the big top of a circus. They then get mixed up with a potential suicide Lucia, who first thanks them, then unexpectedly turns them over to the ship's captain. When they find out that she has been hypnotized, to go through a marriage of convenience, when the ship reaches Rio, the boys turn up at the ceremony, in order to stop the wedding, and to help catch the crooks.

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What is Road to Rio about?

Scat Sweeney and Hot Lips Barton, two out of work musicians, stow away onboard a ship bound for Rio, after accidentally setting fire to the big top of a circus. They then get mixed up with a potential suicide Lucia, who first thanks them, then unexpectedly turns them over to the ship's captain.

Where can I watch Road to Rio?

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How long is Road to Rio?

Road to Rio runs for 100 minutes (1h 40m).

When did Road to Rio come out?

Road to Rio was released in 1947.

Who directed Road to Rio?

Road to Rio was directed by Norman Z. McLeod.

Who stars in Road to Rio?

Road to Rio stars Bing Crosby, Bob Hope, Dorothy Lamour, Gale Sondergaard.

What is Road to Rio's rating?

Road to Rio holds 6.9/10 on IMDb and 6.8/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 68 out of 100.

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