Joy of Living

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!

5.7 /10 7 votes
May 6, 1938 1h 31m Released

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.

Key Information

Director Tay Garnett
Writers C. Graham Baker, Allan Scott
Studio RKO Radio Pictures
Rating 5.7/10
Language EN

Cast & Crew

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

Billy Gilbert

Billy Gilbert

Cafe Owner

Frank Milan

Bert Pine

Dorothy Steiner

Dotsy Pine

Estelle Steiner

Betsy Pine

Frequently Asked Questions

Joy of Living was released on May 6, 1938.

The runtime of Joy of Living is 1h 31m.

Joy of Living is a Comedy, Romance, Music movie.

Joy of Living has a rating of 5.7 out of 10 on TMDB.

Joy of Living is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.

Joy of Living was directed by Tay Garnett.

The main cast of Joy of Living includes Irene Dunne, Douglas Fairbanks Jr., Alice Brady.

Joy of Living is originally in English.