I'm No Angel 1933
""Come up and see me sometime - any time!""
In Wesley Ruggles' sparkling 1933 pre-Code comedy-romance I'm No Angel (1933), the legendary Mae West shines as Tira, a daring dancer and lion tamer who parlays her audacious charm into a glittering New York career.
Director: Wesley Ruggles
Cast
Mae West
Tira
Cary Grant
Jack Clayton
Gregory Ratoff
Benny Pinkowitz
Edward Arnold
Big Bill Barton
Ralf Harolde
Slick Wiley
Kent Taylor
Kirk Lawrence
Gertrude Michael
Alicia Hatton
Russell Hopton
'Flea' Madigan
Dorothy Peterson
Thelma
William B. Davidson
Ernest Brown
Frequently Asked Questions
What is I'm No Angel (1933) about?
I'm No Angel follows Tira, a dazzling dancer and lion tamer who parlays her circus act into a high-society romance in New York. With wit as sharp as her stage stilettos, she turns every wealthy admirer into an unwitting patron—until a clever suitor calls her bluff.
Who directed I'm No Angel?
Wesley Ruggles directed this 1933 comedy-romance, a film that showcases his knack for blending sparkling dialogue with old-Hollywood allure.
Who stars in I'm No Angel?
Mae West headlines the cast as Tira, joined by Cary Grant, Gregory Ratoff, Edward Arnold, and Kent Taylor in a sparkling ensemble.
Is I'm No Angel (1933) worth watching?
Absolutely—West's razor-sharp wit and unapologetic charm make this a standout pre-Code gem. While it lacks an IMDb rating, its cultural impact and legacy as a comedic classic speak for themselves.
How long is I'm No Angel?
I'm No Angel runs 87 minutes, perfect for a brisk, witty escape into 1930s Hollywood sophistication.
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I'm No Angel (1933): Mae West's Bold Comedy in Full Detail
In Wesley Ruggles' sparkling 1933 pre-Code comedy-romance I'm No Angel (1933), the legendary Mae West shines as Tira, a daring dancer and lion tamer who parlays her audacious charm into a glittering New York career. Fresh off a circus tour where she risked life and limb for thrills—and headlines—Tira trades tents for townhouses, turning every admirer's wallet into a bouquet of pearls. With her razor wit and velvet voice, she playfully refuses to be tamed, seducing wealthy suitors while keeping the lion's share of her independence.
Cary Grant steps into the frame as the dashing but cautious playboy who underestimates Tira's razor-sharp mind, setting the stage for a battle of wits wrapped in satin and scandal. A heady mix of risqué humor and old-Hollywood glamour, I'm No Angel delivers razor-edge dialogue, extravagant gowns, and West's unforgettable one-liners that still sparkle nearly a century later.
