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"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.
44 Cast Members
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
Dorothy Steiner
Dotsy Pine
Estelle Steiner
Betsy Pine
Phyllis Kennedy
Marie
Franklin Pangborn
Orchestra Leader
James Burke
Mac
John Qualen
Oswego
Spencer Charters
Magistrate
Richard Alexander
Angry Man in Revolving Door (Uncredited)
Bill Cartledge
Boy at Roller Skating Rink (Uncredited)
George Chandler
Taxi Driver (Uncredited)
