Movie poster for Joy of Living
TMDb Rating
5.7/10

7 verified votes

Joy of Living (1938)

ComedyRomanceMusic
91 min

"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!"

Plot Summary

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.

Director

Tay Garnett

Top Cast

Irene DunneDouglas Fairbanks Jr.Alice BradyGuy KibbeeJean Dixon

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