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A Damsel in Distress (1937)

Movie ★ 6.5 101 min

Music Comedy Romance

Lady Alyce Marshmorton must marry soon, and the staff of Tottney Castle have laid bets on who she'll choose, with young Albert wagering on 'Mr. X'. After Alyce goes to London to meet a beau she is restricted to the castle to curb her scandalous behavior. Albert then summons Jerry to Alyce's aid in order to 'protect his investment'.

George Stevens Director

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Quick facts

Released
November 19, 1937
Runtime
101 min
Rating
PG
Budget
$1.0M
Box office
$1.5M
IMDb
tt0028757
Language
,

Themes

Cast

Fred Astaire Fred Astaire Jerry Halliday George Burns George Burns George Gracie Allen Gracie Allen Gracie Joan Fontaine Joan Fontaine Alyce Marshmorton Reginald Gardiner Reginald Gardiner Keggs Ray Noble Ray Noble Reggie Constance Collier Constance Collier Lady Caroline Montagu Love Montagu Love Lord Marshmorton Harry Watson Albert Jan Duggan Jan Duggan Miss Ruggles Mary Gordon Mary Gordon Cook (uncredited)

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Frequently asked questions

What is A Damsel in Distress about?
Lady Alyce Marshmorton must marry soon, and the staff of Tottney Castle have laid bets on who she'll choose, with young Albert wagering on 'Mr. X'. After Alyce goes to London to meet a beau she is restricted to the castle to curb her scandalous behavior. Albert then summons Jerry to Alyce's aid in order to 'protect his investment'.
Who directed A Damsel in Distress?
A Damsel in Distress was directed by George Stevens.
Who stars in A Damsel in Distress?
A Damsel in Distress stars Fred Astaire, George Burns, Gracie Allen, Joan Fontaine.
When was A Damsel in Distress released?
A Damsel in Distress is a 1937 music, comedy, romance film.
Where can I watch A Damsel in Distress?
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