It's Always Fair Weather_
"MGM's Gigantic and Joyous Musical"
Three World War II buddies promise to meet at a specified place and time 10 years after the war. They keep their word only to discover how far apart they've grown. But the reunion sparks memories of youthful dreams that haven't been fulfilled -- and slowly, the three men reevaluate their lives and try to find a way to renew their friendship.
Starring
Gene Kelly, Dan Dailey, Michael Kidd
Box Office
$2.4M
Updated Feb 16, 2026
WHERE TO WATCH
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Box office
It's Always Fair Weather earned $2.4M against a $2.8M budget.
Year context
It's Always Fair Weather was released 71 years ago in 1955.
It's Always Fair Weather is a Music, Comedy, Romance film with a runtime of 1h 42m.
CAST (20)
Gene Kelly
Ted Riley
Dan Dailey
Doug Hallerton
Michael Kidd
Angie Valentine
Cyd Charisse
Jackie Leighton
Dolores Gray
Madeline Bradville
David Burns
Tim
Jay C. Flippen
Charles Z. Culloran
Paul Maxey
Mr. Fielding (uncredited)
Almira Sessions
Longwood House Manager (uncredited)
Madge Blake
Mrs. Stamper (uncredited)
Hal March
Rocky Heldon (uncredited)
Herb Vigran
Nashby (uncredited)
Lou Lubin
Lefty Louie - Gym Trainer (uncredited)
Leoda Richards
Nightclub Patron (uncredited)
Frank Nelson
Midnight with Madeleine Announcer (uncredited)
June Foray
Little Miss Mop-Up (voice) (uncredited)
Colin Kenny
Father in Montage/Nightclub Extra (uncredited)
Forbes Murray
Street Passerby in Roller Skating Number (uncredited)
William H. O'Brien
Waiter (uncredited)
Cosmo Sardo
Nightclub Patron (uncredited)
BOX OFFICE
$2.8M
Budget
$2.4M
Revenue
-14%
ROI
UNDERPERFORMED
Verdict
STUDIOS (1)
DETAILS
Release
Status
Released
Runtime
102 min (1h 42m)
Language
English
Country
Rating
7.0/10 (74 votes)
Popularity
2
Budget
$2,771,000
Box Office
$2,374,000
Profit
$-397,000
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is It's Always Fair Weather about?
Three World War II buddies promise to meet at a specified place and time 10 years after the war. They keep their word only to discover how far apart they've grown. But the reunion sparks memories of youthful dreams that haven't been fulfilled -- and slowly, the three men reevaluate their lives and try to find a way to renew their friendship.
How long is It's Always Fair Weather?
It's Always Fair Weather has a runtime of 102 minutes (1h 42m).
Who stars in It's Always Fair Weather?
The cast of It's Always Fair Weather includes Gene Kelly, Dan Dailey, Michael Kidd, Cyd Charisse, Dolores Gray.
How much did It's Always Fair Weather make at the box office?
It's Always Fair Weather earned $2,374,000 worldwide at the box office. The production budget was $2,771,000.
What is the rating of It's Always Fair Weather?
It's Always Fair Weather has a rating of 7.0 out of 10 based on 74 votes on TMDB.
GENRES (3)
Music
Comedy
Romance