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194190 minComedy, Music, Romance

The Great American Broadcast

The Great American Broadcast Movie Hit or Flop?

FLOP

Verdict:The Great American Broadcast is a confirmed FLOP based on our analysis of audience ratings and box office momentum.

With a rating of 5.0/10, it has delivered a mixed experience for fans of the Comedy, Music, Romance genre.

Is The Great American Broadcast Worth Watching?

Answer: Maybe not, The Great American Broadcast is likely a skip if you enjoy Comedy movies.

It features a runtime of 90 minutes and offers a standard storyline that appeals to general audiences.

5.06 votes
90Minutes
1941Release Year
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The Great American Broadcast Review

Last updated: January 2026

After WWI two men go into radio. Failure leads the wife of one to borrow money from another; she goes on, after separation, to stardom. A coast-to-coast radio program is set up to bring everyone back together.

In terms of production quality and narrative depth, The Great American Broadcast offers a middle-of-the-road story that resonates with its target audience. The direction and cast performances are noteworthy, contributing to its overall commercial footprint.

Cast of The Great American Broadcast

  • Alice Faye – Vicki Adams
  • Jack Oakie – Chuck Hadley
  • John Payne – Rix Martin
  • Cesar Romero – Bruce Chadwick
  • James Newill – Singer

Top Highlights

Alice Faye
Alice FayeVicki Adams
Jack Oakie
Jack OakieChuck Hadley
John Payne
John PayneRix Martin
Cesar Romero
Cesar RomeroBruce Chadwick
James Newill
James NewillSinger
Charles Fuqua
Charles FuquaSong Specialty
Hoppy Jones
Hoppy JonesSong Specialty
Poppy Wilde
Poppy WildeMinor Role
Fayard Nicholas
Fayard NicholasRailroad Station Dancer
Harold Nicholas
Harold NicholasRailroad Station Dancer

Final Verdict

Analyzing the audience sentiment, IMDb rating of 5/10, and global collection metrics, The Great American Broadcast stands as a challenging project for the creators. It remains an essential piece of the 1941 cinematic year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is The Great American Broadcast movie hit or flop?

The Great American Broadcast has received mixed reviews with a 5/10 rating, making it a moderate success with the audience.

Is The Great American Broadcast worth watching?

The Great American Broadcast is a mixed bag. It might be worth watching if you're a fan of Comedy, Music, Romance movies, but read reviews first.

What genre is The Great American Broadcast?

The Great American Broadcast is a Comedy, Music, Romance movie that After WWI two men go into radio. Failure leads the wife of one to borrow money from another; she goes on, after separation, to stardom. A coast-to-coa...

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