# Going My Way (1944)

> A charismatic young priest revitalizes a struggling New York parish while forming an unexpectedly tender partnership with its skeptical elder.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/10629

## Facts

- Runtime: 126 min
- Genres: Drama, Comedy, Music
- Director: Leo McCarey
- Cast: Bing Crosby, Barry Fitzgerald, Frank McHugh, James Brown, Gene Lockhart, Jean Heather, Porter Hall, Fortunio Bonanova
- TMDB rating: 6.7/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0036872/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: measured
- Intensity: mild
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: none
- Mood: warm, sentimental, comforting, classic movie night, family viewing

## Synopsis

A young priest brings new life to a struggling parish, igniting hope and friendship.

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