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Sullivan's Travels (1941)

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Veronica Lake’s on the Take

Successful movie director John L. Sullivan, convinced he won't be able to film his ambitious masterpiece until he has suffered, dons a hobo disguise and sets off on a journey, aiming to "know trouble" first-hand. When all he finds is a train ride back to Hollywood and a beautiful blonde companion, he redoubles his efforts, managing to land himself in more trouble than he bargained for when he loses his memory and ends up a prisoner on a chain gang.

Cast & Crew

Director
Preston Sturges
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    John Sullivan Joel McCrea
  • Profile picture of Veronica Lake
    The Girl Veronica Lake
  • Profile picture of Robert Warwick
    Mr. LeBrand Robert Warwick
  • Profile picture of William Demarest
    Mr. Jones William Demarest
  • Profile picture of Franklin Pangborn
    Mr. Casalsis Franklin Pangborn
  • Profile picture of Porter Hall
    Mr. Hadrian Porter Hall
  • Profile picture of Byron Foulger
    Johnny Valdelle Byron Foulger
  • Profile picture of Margaret Hayes
    Secretary Margaret Hayes

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