Hi, Beautiful
Synopsis
Part of the series of Universal B-musicals teaming Martha O'Driscoll and Noah Beery Jr., this film is also a remake of the 1937 comedy Love in a Bungalow. Patty Callahan (O'Driscoll) offers residence in a model home to soldier Jeff (Beery) and soon falls in love with him. Although the pair are unmarried, they enter a marital contest intended to celebrate the "Happiest G.I. Couple." Winning the contest brings on all sorts of farcical troubles until the couple are able to be united for real. Songs include "Don't Sweetheart Me" and "Best of All."
Top Cast
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Martha O'Driscoll
Patty Callahan
Noah Beery Jr.
Jeff Peters
Hattie McDaniel
Millie
Walter Catlett
Gerald Bisbee
Tim Ryan
Babcock
Florence Lake
Mrs. Bisbee
Grady Sutton
Attendant
Lou Lubin
Louis, Husband
Virginia Sale
Wife
Tom Dugan
Bus Driver
Dick Elliott
Passenger
Jimmie Dodd
Soldier
Jimmy Aubrey
Drunk (uncredited)
Gladys Blake
Operator (uncredited)
Tom Brown
Roger (uncredited)
William Desmond
Passenger (uncredited)
Lester Dorr
Conductor (uncredited)
Alice Draper
Passenger (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
December 18, 1944
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Leslie Goodwins
- Screenplay & Story
- Eleanore Griffin, Dick Irving Hyland, William Rankin
- Original Score
- Frank Skinner
- Original Title
- Hi, Beautiful
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 8m
- Production Studios
- Universal Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Leslie Goodwins
Eleanore Griffin, Dick Irving Hyland, William Rankin
Frank Skinner
Paul Ivano
Department Leadership Roster
Leslie Goodwins
Director
Dick Irving Hyland
Writer
Paul Ivano
Director of Photography
Frank Skinner
Original Music Composer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Hi, Beautiful.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Hi, Beautiful
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Hi, Beautiful about?
Part of the series of Universal B-musicals teaming Martha O'Driscoll and Noah Beery Jr., this film is also a remake of the 1937 comedy Love in a Bungalow. Patty Callahan (O'Driscoll) offers residence in a model home to soldier Jeff (Beery) and soon falls in love with him. Although the pair are unmarried, they enter a marital contest intended to celebrate the "Happiest G.I. Couple." Winning the contest brings on all sorts of farcical troubles until the couple are able to be united for real. Songs include "Don't Sweetheart Me" and "Best of All."
Who directed Hi, Beautiful?
Hi, Beautiful was directed by Leslie Goodwins.
Who stars in Hi, Beautiful?
The principal cast of Hi, Beautiful includes Martha O'Driscoll, Noah Beery Jr., Hattie McDaniel, Walter Catlett, Tim Ryan.
When was Hi, Beautiful released and how long is it?
Hi, Beautiful was released in 1944 with a total runtime of 1h 8m.
Who composed the musical score for Hi, Beautiful?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Hi, Beautiful was composed by Frank Skinner.