The story of Calamity Jane, her saloon, and her romance with Wild Bill Hickok.The story of Calamity Jane, her saloon, and her romance with Wild Bill Hickok.The story of Calamity Jane, her saloon, and her romance with Wild Bill Hickok.
- Won 1 Oscar
- 2 wins & 2 nominations total
Allyn Ann McLerie
- Katie Brown
- (as Allyn McLerie)
Victor Adamson
- Barfly
- (uncredited)
Fred Aldrich
- Chicagoan
- (uncredited)
Leon Alton
- Townsman
- (uncredited)
Monya Andre
- Woman at Fort Dance
- (uncredited)
Beulah Archuletta
- Indian Woman in Saloon Balcony
- (uncredited)
Emile Avery
- Barfly
- (uncredited)
Mary Bayless
- Woman at Fort Dance
- (uncredited)
George Bell
- Barfly
- (uncredited)
Ray Bennett
- Officer at Fort Dance
- (uncredited)
Arthur Berkeley
- Bartender
- (uncredited)
- Director
- Writer
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Storyline
Did you know
- GoofsAfter leaving the ball at the fort, we cut to a shot of Calamity's bare back as she is undressing. Once she gets the dress off she is shown wearing undergarments that clearly cover most of her back.
- Quotes
[the singer is a man in drag]
Wild Bill Hickok: She ain't very good lookin'
Calamity Jane: That ain't all she ain't.
- Alternate versionsThere is an Italian edition of this film on DVD, distributed by DNA Srl: "AMORE SOTTO COPERTA (1948) + CALAMITY JANE (Non sparare baciami, 1953)" (2 Films on a single DVD), re-edited with the contribution of film historian Riccardo Cusin. This version is also available for streaming on some platforms.
- ConnectionsFeatured in The Doris Mary Anne Kappelhoff Special (1971)
- SoundtracksThe Deadwood Stage (Whip-Crack-Away)
Written by Sammy Fain
Lyrics by Paul Francis Webster
Sung and whistled by chorus behind credits, then sung by Doris Day and chorus
Featured review
`Calamity Jane' is a film I love to take from the shelves when I'm feeling blue. It's so exuberant, so joyous, and so colourful that it cannot help but cheer you up!
Doris Day plays the role of her career as the rambunctious `Calam', the wildcat tomboy of Deadwood City. The fun starts when Calamity is sent to the `windy city' of Chicago to find a vaudeville beauty who will perform at the local bar. Instead of the genuine article, Calamity ends up with the star's ambitious maid, Katie, who decides to make her stab at fame in the star's place. Together, the two find fun, love, and a whole lot of catchy tunes.
Sure, the fascinating real-life historical figure Calamity Jane didn't look much like Doris Day - let alone Howard Keel, who is the last person you'd describe as `wild' - and Jane's transformation from independent homesteader to blushing housewife isn't what you'd call P.C., but if you're looking for reality, head to the Martin Scorsese section. This is light-as-a-feather entertainment done very well, and I can't help but love it!
Doris Day plays the role of her career as the rambunctious `Calam', the wildcat tomboy of Deadwood City. The fun starts when Calamity is sent to the `windy city' of Chicago to find a vaudeville beauty who will perform at the local bar. Instead of the genuine article, Calamity ends up with the star's ambitious maid, Katie, who decides to make her stab at fame in the star's place. Together, the two find fun, love, and a whole lot of catchy tunes.
Sure, the fascinating real-life historical figure Calamity Jane didn't look much like Doris Day - let alone Howard Keel, who is the last person you'd describe as `wild' - and Jane's transformation from independent homesteader to blushing housewife isn't what you'd call P.C., but if you're looking for reality, head to the Martin Scorsese section. This is light-as-a-feather entertainment done very well, and I can't help but love it!
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- Jun 9, 2003
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- Schwere Colts in zarter Hand
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- Gross worldwide
- $3,177
- Runtime1 hour 41 minutes
- Aspect ratio
- 1.37 : 1
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