The Invisible Woman (1940) in Color — Starring Virginia Bruce & John Barrymore

The Invisible Woman (1940) — Buy This Classic in Color

Discover The Invisible Woman, the 1940 comedy directed by A. Edward Sutherland and starring Virginia Bruce, now available as a professionally colorized version. Kitty Carroll, an attractive store model, volunteers to become a test subject for a machine that will make her invisible so that she can use her invisibility to exact revenge on her ex-boss. This comedy film puts a gender-bending twist on the classic Invisible Man formula, combining supernatural science fiction with romantic comedy and workplace humor. The film explores themes of empowerment, revenge, and the comic possibilities of invisibility. Own this classic movie in color as a DRM-free MP4 digital download for just €15.00.

Plot Summary

Kitty Carroll, an attractive store model, volunteers to become a test subject for a machine that will make her invisible so that she can use her invisibility to exact revenge on her ex-boss. Kitty works in a department store where she is constantly mistreated by her boss, who takes credit for her ideas, makes unreasonable demands, and generally makes her work life miserable. When she hears about a scientist’s experiments with invisibility, she sees an opportunity to get even.

The scientist, a well-meaning but eccentric inventor, has been working on an invisibility machine with limited success. Kitty’s willingness to volunteer as a test subject gives him the opportunity to perfect his invention, and the transformation succeeds beyond expectations. Kitty becomes invisible, able to move through her workplace and her boss’s life unseen, playing pranks and sabotaging his efforts in ways that cannot be traced back to her.

However, the complications of invisibility soon become apparent. Kitty must navigate the practical challenges of being invisible while also dealing with the romantic complications that arise when she meets a man who falls in love with her without knowing she is invisible. The film builds to a climax where Kitty must choose between continuing her revenge and finding a way to reverse the invisibility so she can live a normal life.

Cast & Crew

Director: A. Edward Sutherland

Stars: Virginia Bruce, John Howard, Charles Ruggles, John Barrymore, Shemp Howard

Why Buy This Classic in Color?

The Invisible Woman was originally filmed in black and white, with cinematography that captured the comic possibilities of invisibility and the glamorous world of the department store setting. This professionally colorized restoration enhances every scene with frame-by-frame precision, from the elegant department store where Kitty works to the scientist’s laboratory where the invisibility transformation takes place. The colorized version reveals new visual richness in the film’s settings, where the period-accurate 1940s American clothing, department store displays, and laboratory equipment gain authenticity that transports viewers to the world of 1940s comedy. Virginia Bruce’s screen presence gains additional charm in color, her performance conveying both the comedy of the invisibility pranks and the romantic complications that arise from her condition. Now also available in colour.

Buy The Invisible Woman in color today for just €15.00. Your DRM-free MP4 download is available for instant access.

Historical Significance

Released in 1940, The Invisible Woman represents a gender-bending twist on the classic Invisible Man formula, putting a woman in the role of the invisible protagonist. While Universal had produced several Invisible Man films featuring male protagonists, this comedy film offered a fresh take on the concept by exploring how a woman might use invisibility differently, particularly in the context of workplace dynamics and romantic comedy. The film reflects the changing social roles of women in the 1940s, as more women entered the workforce and challenged traditional gender expectations.

Virginia Bruce, a popular actress of the 1930s and 1940s, brings her trademark elegance and comic timing to the role of Kitty Carroll. The film’s portrayal of Kitty as a working woman who uses invisibility to fight back against workplace mistreatment speaks to the era’s growing awareness of women’s rights and workplace equality. The comedy comes from the subversion of traditional power dynamics, as the invisible Kitty turns the tables on her domineering boss.

The film’s release in 1940, at the beginning of America’s involvement in World War II, reflects the cinema’s role in providing escapist entertainment during uncertain times. The comedy’s lighthearted take on the supernatural offered audiences a break from the growing tensions of the period. Through modern colorization, this comedy reaches new audiences who can appreciate its gender-bending twist on the Invisible Man formula, its workplace comedy elements, and Virginia Bruce’s charming performance. Now also available en couleur.

Technical Details

• Format: MP4 / MKV digital download
• Resolution: HD 720p
• Colorized: Professionally colorized from original black and white
• Audio: English original mono
• Runtime: 78 minutes
• DRM-free: Yes — watch on any device
• Instant download: Available immediately after purchase
• Price: €15.00

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Movie-Specific Questions

Q: Who stars in The Invisible Woman?
A: Virginia Bruce stars as Kitty Carroll, with supporting performances by John Howard, Charles Ruggles, John Barrymore, and Shemp Howard.

Q: Is The Invisible Woman a comedy?
A: Yes, the film is a comedy that puts a gender-bending twist on the classic Invisible Man formula, combining supernatural science fiction with romantic comedy and workplace humor.

Q: How does The Invisible Woman differ from other Invisible Man films?
A: The film features a female protagonist who becomes invisible to get revenge on her boss, offering a gender-bending twist on the traditional Invisible Man formula.

Digital Download Questions

Q: What format is the download?
A: The film is delivered as MP4 and MKV files that play on virtually any device.

Q: Is there DRM on the file?
A: No. The download is completely DRM-free so you can watch it on any device without restrictions.

Q: How quickly can I watch after purchase?
A: Your download link is available instantly after payment, so you can start watching within minutes.

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