A Damsel in Distress

A Damsel in Distress

6.5IMDb Score
Released:1937-11-19
Duration:101 min
Director:George Stevens
Actors:Fred Astaire, George Burns, Gracie Allen, Joan Fontaine, Reginald Gardiner
Production:RKO Radio Pictures

Overview:

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'.

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