---
title: "A Song Is Born"
year: 1948
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/a-song-is-born-1948"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 17829
imdb_id: "tt0040820"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 113
community_rating: 6.5
vote_count: 48
content_rating: "NR"
---

# A Song Is Born (1948) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/a-song-is-born-1948

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

A Song Is Born is a film first released in 1948. Catalogued under Comedy, Music. Produced and broadcast by Samuel Goldwyn Productions. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Kanopy, Hoopla, Fawesome | Amazon Video |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Tubi TV, Plex | None |
| **Australia (AU)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Howard Hawks
- **Networks / Studios**: Samuel Goldwyn Productions

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Danny Kaye** as *Hobart Frisbee*
- **Virginia Mayo** as *Honey Swanson*
- **Benny Goodman** as *Professor Magenbruch*
- **Tommy Dorsey** as *Tommy Dorsey*
- **Louis Armstrong** as *Louis Armstrong*
- **Lionel Hampton** as *Lionel Hampton*
- **Charlie Barnet** as *Charlie Barnet*
- **Mel Powell** as *Mel Powell*
- **Ford Washington Lee** as *Buck*
- **John 'Bubbles' Sublett** as *Bubbles*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch A Song Is Born online?
A Song Is Born is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Amazon Video, YouTube Free. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is A Song Is Born worth watching?
A Song Is Born holds a community rating of 6.5/10 based on 48 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Comedy, Music for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie A Song Is Born and when was it released?
A Song Is Born is a feature film with a runtime of 113 minutes. It was released in 1948. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed A Song Is Born?
A Song Is Born was directed by Howard Hawks.

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