Back to browse
59% Critic Match
Joy of Living
“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!”
5.9 / 10• 1938• 1h 31m•NR• English
ComedyRomanceMusic
Storyline
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 & Crew
Irene Dunne
Margaret 'Maggie' Garret
Lead
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
What People Are Saying
3.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Tay Garnett's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. Joy of Living is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
