---
title: "Good News"
year: 1947
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/good-news-1947"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 31513
imdb_id: "tt0039431"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 95
community_rating: 6.5
vote_count: 28
content_rating: "NR"
---

# Good News (1947) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/good-news-1947

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Good News is a 1947 American Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer musical film based on the 1927 stage production of the same name. Set during the Roaring twenties at fictitious Tait University, the story follows school librarian and co-ed Connie Lane, who falls in love with football hero Tommy Marlowe. Tommy, however, has his eye on a gold-digging vamp named Pat McClellan. As a result of his distractions, Tommy's grades begin to slip, which threatens to keep him from playing in the big game. Eventually, Connie discovers that Tommy truly loves her and creates a plan to win him back while also getting him back onto the football field. The film was released in the United States on December 4, 1947, has a run time of one hour and thirty-five minutes, and is categorized under the music, comedy, and romance genres. The production starred June Allyson, Peter Lawford, Mel Tormé, and Joan McCracken.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Artiflix | Plex, Plex Channel, Tubi TV | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Artiflix | Tubi TV, Plex | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Artiflix | Tubi TV, Plex | Apple TV Store |
| **Australia (AU)** | Artiflix | Tubi TV, Plex | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, YouTube |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Charles Walters
- **Networks / Studios**: Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer

## Key Cast Continuity

- **June Allyson** as *Connie Lane*
- **Peter Lawford** as *Tommy Marlowe*
- **Patricia Marshall** as *Pat McClellan*
- **Joan McCracken** as *Babe Doolittle*
- **Ray McDonald** as *Bobby Turner*
- **Mel Tormé** as *Danny*
- **Robert E. Strickland** as *Peter Van Dyne III*
- **Donald MacBride** as *Coach Johnson*
- **Tom Dugan** as *Pooch*
- **Clinton Sundberg** as *Professor Kennyon*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Good News online?
Good News is currently available to watch or stream on Artiflix, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Good News worth watching?
Good News holds a community rating of 6.5/10 based on 28 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Music, Comedy for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Good News and when was it released?
Good News is a feature film with a runtime of 95 minutes. It was released in 1947. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Good News?
Good News was directed by Charles Walters.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Good News — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/31513)
- [Good News (1947) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0039431/fullcredits/)
- [Good News (1947 film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Good_News_(1947_film))
- [Good News (1947) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/31513-good-news/cast)
- [Good News](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Wikidata:Main_Page)

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