Double Harness (1933) (original) (raw)
Ann Harding and William Powell lend a great dose of chemistry to this lively comedy about a woman who tricks a man into marriage and only then tries to earn his love the old-fashioned way. Harding plays Joan Colby, a charming young schemer who believes 'marriage is a business' and sets her sights on wealthy playboy John Fletcher (Powell). Once Joan slyly arranges for her father (Henry Stephenson) to spot her and John in a compromising situation, marriage is no longer an option -- it's a necessity. Smartly directed by John Cromwell, DOUBLE HARNESS was a critical and financial success upon its ...(more)
Ann Harding and William Powell lend a great dose of chemistry to this lively comedy about a woman who tricks a man into marriage and only then tries to earn his love the old-fashioned way. Harding plays Joan Colby, a charming young schemer who believes 'marriage is a business' and sets her sights on wealthy playboy John Fletcher (Powell). Once Joan slyly arranges for her father (Henry Stephenson) to spot her and John in a compromising situation, marriage is no longer an option -- it's a necessity. Smartly directed by John Cromwell, DOUBLE HARNESS was a critical and financial success upon its release. Seen today, the movie seems at once modern and nostalgic, offering a vivid reflection of a sophisticated era in filmmaking. (less)
Director: John Cromwell
Writers: Jane Murfin, Edward Poor Montgomery
Starring: Ann Harding, William Powell, Lucile Browne, Henry Stephenson, Lilian Bond, George Meeker
Producer: Merian C. Cooper
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