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Poster for Joy of Living

Joy of Living (1938)

NR ★ 5.7/10 91 min Comedy, Romance, Music United States English
Director: Tay Garnett
Streaming: Not available
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!

Description

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.

Top Cast

Irene Dunne
Irene Dunne Margaret 'Maggie' Garret
Douglas Fairbanks Jr.
Douglas Fairbanks Jr. Daniel 'Dan' Brewster
Alice Brady
Alice Brady Minerva Garrett
Guy Kibbee
Guy Kibbee Dennis
Jean Dixon
Jean Dixon Harrison
Eric Blore
Eric Blore Potter
Lucille Ball
Lucille Ball Salina Garret Pine
Warren Hymer
Warren Hymer Mike

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