Christmas in July
"If you can't sleep at night, it isn't the coffee - it's the bunk!"
Originally released in 1940. Christmas in July is a comedy/romance film. directed by Preston Sturges. At just 67 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Dick Powell, Ellen Drew, and Raymond Walburn
Synopsis
An office clerk loves entering contests in the hopes of someday winning a fortune and marrying the girl he loves. His latest attempt is the Maxford House Coffee Slogan Contest. As a joke, some of his co-workers put together a fake telegram which says that he won the $25,000 grand prize.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 25, 1940
85 years ago
Runtime
1h 7m
67 minutes total
User Rating
6.9/10
Good (88 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Paramount Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Christmas in July about?
An office clerk loves entering contests in the hopes of someday winning a fortune and marrying the girl he loves. His latest attempt is the Maxford House Coffee Slogan Contest. As a joke, some of h...
Who directed Christmas in July?
Christmas in July was directed by Preston Sturges.
How long is Christmas in July?
Christmas in July has a runtime of 1 hours and 7 minutes (67 minutes total).
When was Christmas in July released?
Christmas in July was released on October 25, 1940 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Christmas in July?
The main cast of Christmas in July includes Dick Powell, Ellen Drew, Raymond Walburn, Alexander Carr, William Demarest.