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Cabin in the Sky

1943 · 1h 38m · Released

NR Music, Fantasy, Comedy

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.

6.5 The Movie Database
Read the book by Lynn Root

Where to stream Cabin in the Sky

Not on a subscription service in the United States yet. Rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.

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Cabin in the Sky (1943) Original Trailer
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Top cast and crew

Vincente Minnelli Director
Ethel Waters Petunia Jackson
Eddie 'Rochester' Anderson Joseph 'Little Joe' Jackson
Lena Horne Georgia Brown
Louis Armstrong The Trumpeter
Rex Ingram Lucius / Lucifer Jr.
KS Kenneth Spencer The General / Rev. Greene
John 'Bubbles' Sublett Domino Johnson
Oscar Polk The Deacon / Fleetfoot
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Frequently asked questions about Cabin in the Sky

Where can I watch Cabin in the Sky in the United States?

Cabin in the Sky is not on a subscription streaming service in the United States at the moment, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.

What are the ratings for Cabin in the Sky?

Cabin in the Sky scores 6.5 on The Movie Database.

Who stars in Cabin in the Sky?

Cabin in the Sky stars Ethel Waters, Eddie 'Rochester' Anderson, Lena Horne, Louis Armstrong, and Rex Ingram. Vincente Minnelli is the director.

How long is Cabin in the Sky?

Cabin in the Sky runs 1h 38m (98 minutes).

When did Cabin in the Sky come out?

Cabin in the Sky was released on March 24, 1943.

Which studio made Cabin in the Sky?

Cabin in the Sky was produced by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer in the United States.

What was the budget for Cabin in the Sky?

Cabin in the Sky was made on a budget of $662,141.

How much did Cabin in the Sky make at the box office?

Cabin in the Sky grossed $1,606,624 worldwide, against a budget of $662,141.

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