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Joy of Living (1938)

Movie"Do what you want to do, when you want to do it-that's Irene's motto-and it's SWELL FUN TO PLAY FOOLISH with her!"
Audience Score
57
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NR 1 hr 31 minMay 6th, 1938Romance, Comedy, Music
Falling in love with the voice of Broadway chanteuse Margaret Garret, cocksure young tycoon Daniel Brewster decides to rescue the star from her hectic lifestyle of frenzied fans and mooching relatives. When Margaret has her ardent suitor arrested, the judge appoints her as Daniel's probation officer, forcing the duo to spend time together. As Daniel teaches Margaret to let her hair down and enjoy life, she begins to fall for her fun-loving admirer.
StarringIrene DunneDouglas Fairbanks Jr.Alice Brady
DirectorTay Garnett

Movie Details

Theatrical Release:May 6th, 1938
Original Language:English
Production Companies:RKO Radio Pictures
Movie Tags:
musicalblack and whitemarriageisland1930sshipcourtroom