Joy of Living (1938)
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!
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.
Cast
- Irene Dunne - Margaret 'Maggie' Garret
- Douglas Fairbanks Jr. - Daniel 'Dan' Brewster
- Alice Brady - Minerva Garrett
- Guy Kibbee - Dennis
- Jean Dixon - Harrison
- Eric Blore - Potter
- Lucille Ball - Salina Garret Pine
- Warren Hymer - Mike
- Billy Gilbert - Cafe Owner
- Frank Milan - Bert Pine
Screenplay
- Gene Towne (Screenplay)
- C. Graham Baker (Screenplay)
- Allan Scott (Screenplay)
- Dorothy Fields (Story)
- Herbert Fields (Story)
Themes
Musical Theater and Broadway Magic, Broadway Musical and Stage Glamour, Wedding Mishap and Funny Disaster, Musical Spectacle
Keywords
ship, island, marriage, musical, black and white, courtroom, 1930s
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Joy of Living about?
- 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.
- Who directed Joy of Living?
- Joy of Living was directed by Tay Garnett.
- Who stars in Joy of Living?
- Joy of Living stars Irene Dunne, Douglas Fairbanks Jr., Alice Brady, Guy Kibbee, Jean Dixon, Eric Blore.
- How long is Joy of Living?
- Joy of Living has a runtime of 1h 31m (91 minutes).
- What genre is Joy of Living?
- Joy of Living is a Comedy, Romance, Music film.
- Where was Joy of Living produced?
- Joy of Living was produced in United States of America.
- What are the themes of Joy of Living?
- The themes of Joy of Living include: Musical Theater and Broadway Magic, Broadway Musical and Stage Glamour, Wedding Mishap and Funny Disaster, Musical Spectacle.