Joy of Living (1938)

05/06/1938 (US) • 1h 31m

Comedy, Romance, Music

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!

Overview

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 Billed Cast

Irene Dunne

Margaret 'Maggie' Garret

Douglas Fairbanks Jr.

Daniel 'Dan' Brewster

Alice Brady

Minerva Garrett

Jean Dixon

Harrison

Lucille Ball

Salina Garret Pine

Billy Gilbert

Cafe Owner


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Status

Released

Original Language

English

Budget

-

Revenue

-

Keywords

ship

island

marriage

musical

black and white

courtroom

1930s

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