Girls Can Play 1937
"While the crowd roars a beauty dies!"
Step into the gritty world of 1930s Hollywood with *Girls Can Play (1937)*, a fast-paced crime drama directed by Lambert Hillyer.
Director: Lambert Hillyer
Cast
Charles Quigley
Jimmy Jones
Julie Bishop
Ann Casey
John Gallaudet
Foy Harris
Rita Hayworth
Sue Collins
Guinn 'Big Boy' Williams
Det. Lt. Ed Flannagan
Gene Morgan
Pete, press photographer sidekick
Joseph Crehan
Editor Brophy
John Tyrrell
Danny Maschio
George McKay
Sluggy, the stuttering umpire
Patricia Farr
Peanuts O'Malley
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Girls Can Play (1937) about?
*Girls Can Play* follows reporter Jimmy Jones as he investigates a girls' softball team, only to uncover a racketeer pulling strings behind the scenes. Teaming up with the squad's new pitcher, he races to expose the corruption before the game—and the truth—is sabotaged.
Who directed Girls Can Play?
Lambert Hillyer, known for his work in crime and drama films of the 1930s and 1940s, directed *Girls Can Play*.
Who stars in Girls Can Play?
The film features Charles Quigley as Jimmy Jones, Julie Bishop as Ann Casey, Rita Hayworth in a supporting role, alongside John Gallaudet and Guinn 'Big Boy' Williams.
Is Girls Can Play (1937) worth watching?
While lacking a modern IMDb rating, *Girls Can Play* shines as a compelling mix of crime drama and sports action, with a standout cast and Lambert Hillyer's tight direction. It's a hidden gem for fans of vintage Hollywood mysteries and underdog stories.
How long is Girls Can Play?
The film runs for 59 minutes, making it a perfect short watch for classic movie enthusiasts.
About Girls Can Play (1937) — Crime, Corruption, and Softball in a Classic Hollywood Mystery
Step into the gritty world of 1930s Hollywood with *Girls Can Play (1937)*, a fast-paced crime drama directed by Lambert Hillyer. When sharp-witted sports reporter Jimmy Jones (Charles Quigley) investigates a seemingly innocent girls' softball team, he uncovers a web of corruption tied to their shady sponsor. Teamed with the determined pitcher Ann Casey (Julie Bishop), Jimmy digs deeper, blending sportsmanship with suspense as he exposes the underworld's hold over the league. This underrated gem mixes moral dilemmas with athletic grit, painting a vivid portrait of an era where glamour and crime often intertwined.
With a cast featuring the rising star Rita Hayworth in an early role and the rugged charm of Guinn 'Big Boy' Williams, *Girls Can Play* delivers a pulse-pounding narrative where truth is as hard to pin down as a fastball. The film's tense atmosphere and sharp social commentary make it a standout in the crime-drama genre, perfect for fans of vintage Hollywood mysteries and high-stakes intrigue.
