Some Like It Hot (1959)
Two musicians on the run from the mob find love and laughs disguised as women in a brisk, witty caper.
In Prohibition-era Chicago, musicians Joe and Jerry witness a mob hit, and flee the state in an all-female band disguised as Josephine and Daphne, but further complications set in.
How intense is Some Like It Hot?
Some Like It Hot has no gore and some violence. Emotionally it carries some weight. The pace is brisk, and it is a comfort watch and a date-night pick. The humor runs dry and broad.
What Some Like It Hot feels like
- Tone
- whimsicalcampycrowd pleasing
- Pace
- Brisk
- Humor
- dry and witty, broad and big
- Best for
- Comfort watchDate nightParty
Where to stream Some Like It Hot
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 14, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is Some Like It Hot for you?
Is Some Like It Hot scary?
No. Some Like It Hot is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is Some Like It Hot gory or violent?
No gore (0 of 3) and some violence (1 of 3). Squeamish viewers are fine here.
Is Some Like It Hot sad or heavy?
A little. There is some emotional weight (1 of 3), but it is not a heavy watch.
How long is Some Like It Hot?
Some Like It Hot runs 2h 3m.
Where can I stream Some Like It Hot?
Some Like It Hot is streaming on MGM+, Kanopy, Hoopla and YouTube (free).
Does Some Like It Hot have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Yes. It lands on a happy note.
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