A professor marries a nightclub singer, much to the consternation of his family and friends back home.A professor marries a nightclub singer, much to the consternation of his family and friends back home.A professor marries a nightclub singer, much to the consternation of his family and friends back home.
- Nominated for 2 Oscars
- 1 win & 3 nominations total
- Italian Waiter at Nightclub
- (uncredited)
- Student
- (uncredited)
- Nightclub Patron
- (uncredited)
- Spectator
- (uncredited)
- Minor Role
- (uncredited)
Storyline
Did you know
- TriviaGinger Rogers recommended Jimmy Stewart for this film, even though they had not worked on a film together previously. The two were dating at the time, and with Rogers being one of RKO's biggest stars, she got her way.
- Quotes
Helen: You know, Peter and I are engaged to be married.
Francey: Oh, is that so?
Helen: Not that I think knowing that would make a big difference to you.
Francey: Well, no.
Helen: You see, Peter needs protection against a certain type of woman.
Francey: Oh, I could work on that.
Helen: Now, are you going to mind your own businesses, or must I really give you a piece of my mind?
Francey: Oh, I couldn't take the last piece.
[the female fisticuffs begin after this, with Helen slapping Francey]
- Crazy creditsOpening credits are listed on the glass panels of a revolving hat display.
- ConnectionsEdited into The Untouchables: Search for a Dead Man (1963)
- SoundtracksYou'll Be Reminded of Me
(1938)
Written by George Jessel, Jack Meskill, and Ted Shapiro
Played during the opening and closing credits
Sung by Ginger Rogers (uncredited) at the nightclub
Played as background music often
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Box office
- Budget
- $703,000 (estimated)
- Runtime1 hour 30 minutes
- Color
- Aspect ratio
- 1.37 : 1
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