Week-End in Havana
“The Gayest...Fastest...FOUR STAR MUSICAL OF 1941!”
Synopsis
A ship company employee, Jay Williams, is sent to Florida where one of the company cruise ships is stuck on a reef off of the coast. He obtains waivers from all of the passengers with the exception of Nan Spencer, a department store salesgirl who wants her vacation now, not later. Jay is instructed to take Nan to Havana, set her up in the best hotel, and keep her entertained. She visits a nightclub where the star attraction is Rosita Rivas and meets Rosita's worthless manager, Monte Blanca, who makes a play for her. Trouble also comes in the form of Jay's fiancée, Terry McCracken, when a romance develops between Nan and Jay.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
Week End In Havana (Aconteceu Em Havana) 1941 Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2014-06-06
Top Cast
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Alice Faye
Nan Spencer
Carmen Miranda
Rosita Rivas
John Payne
Jay Williams
Cesar Romero
Monte Blanca
Cobina Wright
Terry McCracken
George Barbier
Walter McCracken
Sheldon Leonard
Boris
Leonid Kinskey
Rafael
Chris-Pin Martin
Driver
Billy Gilbert
Arbolado
Hal K. Dawson
Mr. Marks
William B. Davidson
Captain Moss
Maurice Cass
Tailor
Leona Roberts
Passenger
Harry Hayden
Passenger
Poppy Wilde
Roulette Player
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 17, 1941
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Walter Lang
- Screenplay & Story
- Karl Tunberg, Darrell Ware
- Original Score
- Alfred Newman
- Original Title
- Week-End in Havana
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 21m
- Production Studios
- 20th Century Fox
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Walter Lang
Karl Tunberg, Darrell Ware
Alfred Newman
Ernest Palmer
Allen McNeil
William LeBaron, Darryl F. Zanuck
Department Leadership Roster
Walter Lang
Director
Karl Tunberg
Screenplay
Darrell Ware
Screenplay
William LeBaron
Producer
Allen McNeil
Editor
Gwen Wakeling
Costume Design
Ernest Palmer
Director of Photography
Alfred Newman
Original Music Composer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Week-End in Havana
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What is Week-End in Havana about?
A ship company employee, Jay Williams, is sent to Florida where one of the company cruise ships is stuck on a reef off of the coast. He obtains waivers from all of the passengers with the exception of Nan Spencer, a department store salesgirl who wants her vacation now, not later. Jay is instructed to take Nan to Havana, set her up in the best hotel, and keep her entertained. She visits a nightclub where the star attraction is Rosita Rivas and meets Rosita's worthless manager, Monte Blanca, who makes a play for her. Trouble also comes in the form of Jay's fiancée, Terry McCracken, when a romance develops between Nan and Jay.
Who directed Week-End in Havana?
Week-End in Havana was directed by Walter Lang.
Who stars in Week-End in Havana?
The principal cast of Week-End in Havana includes Alice Faye, Carmen Miranda, John Payne, Cesar Romero, Cobina Wright.
When was Week-End in Havana released and how long is it?
Week-End in Havana was released in 1941 with a total runtime of 1h 21m.
Who composed the musical score for Week-End in Havana?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Week-End in Havana was composed by Alfred Newman.