Cabin in the Sky
Watch TrailerWhen compulsive gambler Little Joe Jackson dies in a drunken fight, he awakens in purgatory, where he learns that he will be sent back to Earth for six months to prove that he deserves to be in heaven. He awakens, remembering nothing and struggles to do right by his devout wife, Petunia, while an angel known as the General and the devil's son, Lucifer Jr., fight for his soul.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 1943 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Music, Fantasy |
| Director | Vincente Minnelli |
| Runtime | 98 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 6.5/10 (47 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
Cabin in the Sky has mixed reviews with a rating of 6.5/10. Good for a relaxed evening without high expectations.
Not every film is made for everyone. Read the synopsis, watch the trailer — you'll know right away if it's for you.
A classic from 1943. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: viewers looking to try something new without being too demanding.
— MovieFinder Editorial
🎭 Cast
Ethel Waters
Petunia Jackson
Eddie 'Rochester' Anderson
Joseph 'Little Joe' Jackson
Lena Horne
Georgia Brown
Louis Armstrong
The Trumpeter
Rex Ingram
Lucius / Lucifer Jr.
Kenneth Spencer
The General / Rev. Greene
John 'Bubbles' Sublett
Domino Johnson
Oscar Polk
The Deacon / Fleetfoot
Mantan Moreland
First Idea Man
Willie Best
Second Idea Man
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