---
title: "The Pajama Game"
year: 1957
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-pajama-game-1957"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 40867
imdb_id: "tt0050814"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 103
community_rating: 6.2
vote_count: 71
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# The Pajama Game (1957) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-pajama-game-1957

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Pajama Game is a 1957 American musical romantic comedy film based on the hit Broadway musical of the same name, which itself is based on the 1953 novel titled 7 and a Half Cents by Richard Bissell. The production features the choreography of Bob Fosse. The story centers on an Iowa pajama factory worker who falls in love with an affable superintendent. The superintendent had been hired by the factory boss to help oppose the workers' demand for a pay raise. The film was produced and directed by George Abbott and Stanley Donen, and most Broadway cast members repeated their roles in the film. The movie was released in the United States on August 29, 1957. It spans one hour and forty-three minutes and falls into the music, comedy, and romance genres.

## 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, Artiflix | Hoopla, FlixHouse, Fawesome | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Artiflix | Plex | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, YouTube |
| **Canada (CA)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Artiflix | Hoopla | YouTube |
| **Australia (AU)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Artiflix | Tubi TV, Plex | Amazon Video, YouTube |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: George Abbott, Stanley Donen
- **Networks / Studios**: Warner Bros. Pictures

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Doris Day** as *Katherine 'Babe' Williams*
- **John Raitt** as *Sid Sorokin*
- **Carol Haney** as *Gladys Hotchkiss*
- **Eddie Foy Jr.** as *Vernon 'Hinesie' Hines*
- **Reta Shaw** as *Mabel*
- **Barbara Nichols** as *Poopsie*
- **Thelma Pelish** as *Mae*
- **Jack Straw** as *Prez*
- **Ralph Dunn** as *Myron Hasler*
- **Larri Thomas** as *Pajama Girl*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch The Pajama Game online?
The Pajama Game is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Artiflix, Amazon Video. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is The Pajama Game worth watching?
The Pajama Game holds a community rating of 6.2/10 based on 71 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Music, Comedy for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie The Pajama Game and when was it released?
The Pajama Game is a feature film with a runtime of 103 minutes. It was released in 1957. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed The Pajama Game?
The Pajama Game was directed by George Abbott, Stanley Donen.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Pajama Game — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/40867)
- [The Pajama Game (1957) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0050814/fullcredits/)
- [The Pajama Game (film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Pajama_Game_(film))

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