You Can't Have Everything 1937
"IT REACHES NEW HI-DE-HEIGHTS OF HILARITY!"
Dive into the sparkling world of *You Can't Have Everything* (1937), a delightful pre-Code comedy-romance directed by the versatile Norman Taurog.
Director: Norman Taurog
Cast
Alice Faye
Judith Poe Wells
Al Ritz
Al Ritz
Harry Ritz
Harry Ritz
Jimmy Ritz
Jimmy Ritz
Don Ameche
George Macrae
Charles Winninger
Sam Gordon
Gypsy Rose Lee
Lulu Riley
David Rubinoff
Rubinoff
Arthur Treacher
Bevins
Tony Martin
Bobby Walker
Frequently Asked Questions
What is You Can't Have Everything (1937) about?
*You Can't Have Everything* follows Judith Wells, a struggling playwright who crosses paths with a smooth-talking writer of musicals. Their romantic sparks fly as he maneuvers to get her play produced, but complications arise when a former flame of the producer threatens to derail everything. The film weaves together romance, comedy, and music in a story that's as charming as it is unexpected.
Who directed You Can't Have Everything?
Norman Taurog, a celebrated director known for his work in both comedies and dramas, helmed *You Can't Have Everything*.
Who stars in You Can't Have Everything?
The film features Alice Faye, Don Ameche, and the comedic trio Al Ritz, Harry Ritz, and Jimmy Ritz, along with Charles Winninger.
Is You Can't Have Everything (1937) worth watching?
If you love classic comedy-romances with a musical flair, *You Can't Have Everything* is absolutely worth watching. Its witty dialogue, memorable performances, and nostalgic charm make it a standout from the late 1930s. While it may not have an IMDb rating listed, its enduring appeal speaks for itself.
How long is You Can't Have Everything?
*You Can't Have Everything* runs for 100 minutes, offering a perfect length for a lighthearted, entertaining escape into Hollywood's golden past.
About You Can't Have Everything (1937) — A Golden Age Comedy-Romance Classic
Dive into the sparkling world of *You Can't Have Everything* (1937), a delightful pre-Code comedy-romance directed by the versatile Norman Taurog. This 100-minute musical romp stars Alice Faye as Judith Wells, a struggling playwright who finds herself entangled with the charming but cunning George Macrae (Don Ameche), a playboy writer of musicals. When Macrae arranges for her absurd play to be produced simply to impress her, Judith must navigate a web of romantic entanglements, producer Sam Gordon's former flame Lulu, and her own unexpected journey into the world of show business she claims to despise. With music, wit, and a healthy dose of chaos, this film captures the golden era of Hollywood's lighthearted musical comedies.
With its breezy dialogue, catchy tunes, and a cast that sparkles under Taurog's direction, *You Can't Have Everything* blends romance and comedy into a formula that feels both timeless and distinctly 1930s. The film's playful tone and clever twists make it a hidden gem for fans of classic American cinema.
