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Romance on the High Seas

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Although Mike (Don DeFore) and Elvira Kent (Janis Paige) are in love, each suspects the other of unfaithfulness. Elvira plans an anniversary cruise to Rio, but, when Mike cancels at the last minute and encourages her to go alone, Elvira is convinced he's seeing someone else. She asks singer Georgia Garrett (Doris Day) to go on the cruise in her place, unaware that Mike has hired a detective, Peter Virgil (Jack Carson), to take the cruise to spy on "Elvira."
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Danielle Solzman Solzy at the Movies 09/29/2020
3.5/5
Romance on the High Seas might not be in the top tier of Michael Curtiz classics but the film is worth checking out for Doris Day's perfrmance. Go to Full Review Mattie Lucas From the Front Row 07/15/2020
3/4
An easy-going crowd pleaser, and it's easy to see why Day became such a huge star - her effervescent, folksy charm feels almost effortless. Go to Full Review Matt Brunson Film Frenzy 07/05/2020
3/4
It may not be as celebrated a film debut as those by Julie Andrews in Mary Poppins or Lauren Bacall in To Have and Have Not, but Doris Day certainly grabbed everyone's attention when she premiered with a peppy performance in this effervescent comedy. Go to Full Review Emanuel Levy EmanuelLevy.Com 08/17/2011
B-
Ditected by Michael Curtiz (Casablanca), this musical marks the feature debut of Doris Day, and its best part are the songs, including the Oscar-nominated tune, It's Magic. Go to Full Review Diana Saenger Classic Movie Guide 04/19/2007
3/5
Romance On The High Seas is a lighthearted comedy with plenty of opportunity to listen to Doris Day sing. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Curtis H Aug 13 Wow—this film was an absolute feast for the eyes. I adored every moment, and I’m genuinely surprised it hasn’t earned the recognition it rightfully deserves. Doris Day completely won me over with her charm and delightful performances. The film delivered an unexpectedly hilarious take on the “miscommunication trope,” pulling it off better than most I’ve seen. And that ending—oh, that ending—it successfully left me teary-eyed. See more David K 06/27/2023 Entertaining introduction to film goers of Doris Day. Overall, the plot's okay, but it has bits of entertaining moments. The two guys in a bar drowning their sorrows is pretty memorable. And, Doris sings! See more Nizar N 05/09/2023 Doris Day's debut on the big screen was just as great as any of her later performances. The rest of the cast doesn't fail to deliver either. Romance on the High Seas has a funny plot and is definitely worth watching. Above all, it's filmed in splendid technicolor, giving a vibrant look at the world of the 40s, including Rio de Janeiro. See more byron p 10/15/2022 I thought it was a thoroughly enjoyable light hearted movie with a fairly simple (and predictable) plot but fun to watch; first movie for Doris Day. See more 02/24/2019 Super cute movie, mostly a romance with hints of screwball comedy. The plot can get a little confusing at times, but in general it has an interesting story and is well-acted. Doris Day is amazing here, especially considering this is her screen debut. Wish movies like this were more mainstream today. See more Thomas M @TMProofreader 02/02/2019 The best musical romance movie ever made! With the best movie song ever sung: It's Magic! See more Read all reviews
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Michael Curtiz

Director

Jack Carson

Peter Virgil

Janis Paige

Elvira Kent

Don DeFore

Michael Kent

Doris Day

Georgia Garrett

Oscar Levant

Oscar Farrar

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Synopsis Although Mike (Don DeFore) and Elvira Kent (Janis Paige) are in love, each suspects the other of unfaithfulness. Elvira plans an anniversary cruise to Rio, but, when Mike cancels at the last minute and encourages her to go alone, Elvira is convinced he's seeing someone else. She asks singer Georgia Garrett (Doris Day) to go on the cruise in her place, unaware that Mike has hired a detective, Peter Virgil (Jack Carson), to take the cruise to spy on "Elvira."
Director
Michael Curtiz
Distributor
Warner Bros. Pictures
Production Co
Warner Bros.
Genre
Musical, Romance
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Jul 3, 1948, Original
Release Date (Streaming)
Sep 1, 2009
Runtime
1h 39m
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