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State Fair

1945·Movie·NR·100 min·6.6(72)

For the young in heart! And romantic oldsters, too!

During their annual visit to the Iowa State Fair, the Frake family enjoy many adventures. Proud patriarch Abel has high hopes for his champion swine Blueboy; and his wife Melissa enters the mincemeat and pickles contest...with hilarious results.

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About State Fair

State Fair is a 1945 English-language music, comedy and romance film directed by Walter Lang. The cast is led by Jeanne Crain, Dana Andrews, Dick Haymes. It has a runtime of 1h 40m. Viewers rate it 6.6/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

State Fair was produced by 20th Century Fox and made in United States of America. It was released on August 29, 1945, and carries a NR certification.

Director
Walter Lang
Writers
Oscar Hammerstein II
Release date
August 29, 1945
Original language
English
Age rating
NR
Status
Released
Country
United States of America
Production
20th Century Fox
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State Fair cast & crew

State Fair was directed by Walter Lang and written by Oscar Hammerstein II.

The cast features Jeanne Crain as Margy Frake, Dana Andrews as Pat Gilbert, Dick Haymes as Wayne Frake, Vivian Blaine as Emily Edwards, Charles Winninger as Abel Frake, and Fay Bainter as Melissa Frake.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by Richard Rodgers, cinematography is by Leon Shamroy, and it was produced by William Perlberg.

Is State Fair worth watching?

State Fair holds an audience score of 6.6/10 from 72 ratings, a solidly received music films.

At 1h 40m, it's an easy, time-light watch.

If you enjoy music, comedy, and romance, State Fair is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch State Fair

State Fair isn't on a subscription service in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube.

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Cast of State Fair

Jeanne Crain

Jeanne Crain

Margy Frake

Dana Andrews

Dana Andrews

Pat Gilbert

Dick Haymes

Dick Haymes

Wayne Frake

Vivian Blaine

Vivian Blaine

Emily Edwards

Charles Winninger

Charles Winninger

Abel Frake

Fay Bainter

Fay Bainter

Melissa Frake

Donald Meek

Donald Meek

Hippenstahl

Frank McHugh

Frank McHugh

McGee

Percy Kilbride

Percy Kilbride

Dave Miller

Harry Morgan

Harry Morgan

Barker

Jane Nigh

Jane Nigh

Eleanor

William Marshall

William Marshall

Tommy Thomas

State Fair — FAQs

Where can I watch State Fair in United States?

State Fair is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.

What language is State Fair in?

State Fair is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How long is State Fair?

State Fair runs 1 hours 40 minutes (100 minutes).

What is State Fair rated?

State Fair is rated NR. It holds a 6.6/10 audience score from 72 ratings.

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