White Christmas
Two talented song-and-dance men team up after the war to become one of the hottest acts in show business. In time they befriend and become romantically involved with the beautiful Haynes sisters who comprise a sister act.
Critics Sentiment
The ensemble performs White Christmas as snow finally falls outside
Betty overhears phone call and believes Bob is exploiting Waverly
The film builds from its weakest moment during Betty's misunderstanding (6.2) to its emotional and musical peaks with Waverly's surprise and the title song finale (9.1 to 9.3).
White Christmas maintains consistently positive reception throughout most of its runtime, with critics praising the musical numbers, particularly the Sisters routine and Best Things Happen When You're Dancing. The film reaches its emotional and entertainment peaks in the final act, with Waverly's military reunion and the iconic title song finale earning universal acclaim despite some criticism of the thin plot and contrived romantic conflicts.
Full cast
Showing 20 of 35
Bing Crosby
Bob Wallace
Danny Kaye
Phil Davis
Rosemary Clooney
Betty Haynes
Vera-Ellen
Judy Haynes
Dean Jagger
General Waverly
Mary Wickes
Emma Allen
John Brascia
John
Anne Whitfield
Susan Waverly
Bea Allen
Dancer (uncredited)
Frank Baker
Anniversary Party Guest (uncredited)
Glen Cargyle
Jeep Driver (uncredited)
George Chakiris
Dancer (uncredited)
Barrie Chase
Doris Lenz (uncredited)
Lorinne Crawford
Rita (uncredited)
Franklyn Farnum
Club Patron (uncredited)
Bess Flowers
Club Patron (uncredited)
Gavin Gordon
General Carlton (uncredited)
Johnny Grant
Ed Harrison (uncredited)
Percy Helton
Train Conductor (uncredited)
I. Stanford Jolley
Station Master (uncredited)
Crew
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