Easy Living (1937) in Color — Starring Jean Arthur & Edward Arnold

Easy Living (1937) — Buy This Classic in Color

Experience the sparkling screwball comedy Easy Living (1937), now beautifully colorized and restored in HD. Directed by Mitchell Leisen from a razor-sharp screenplay by Preston Sturges, this classic film stars the incomparable Jean Arthur in a riotous tale of mistaken identity, accidental luxury, and unexpected romance. Originally shot in black and white, this edition brings the glamour and chaos of 1930s New York to vivid life. Available as an instant, DRM-free digital download for €15.00.

Plot Summary

Mary Smith (Jean Arthur) is a humble secretary whose ordinary morning commute is upended when a lavish sable fur coat, hurled from a penthouse window by an exasperated millionaire (Edward Arnold), lands squarely on her head. Suddenly mistaken for the tycoon’s mistress, Mary is thrust into a whirlwind of high society chaos — free suites at luxury hotels, fawning shopkeepers, and the romantic attentions of the banker’s son, John Ball Jr. (Ray Milland). Preston Sturges’ screenplay winds the misunderstandings tighter and tighter, building to one of the most iconic slapstick sequences in 1930s cinema: a full-blown automat food riot. The result is a breathlessly paced farce that remains as funny today as it was nearly ninety years ago. This classic movie continues to captivate new generations of viewers.

Cast & Crew

• Starring: Jean Arthur, Edward Arnold, Ray Milland, Mary Nash, Franklin Pangborn, Luis Alberni, Barlowe Borland, William Demarest, Andrew Tombes, Esther Dale
• Director: Mitchell Leisen
• Screenplay: Preston Sturges
• Runtime: 88 minutes
• Year: 1937
• Rated: Approved
• Language: English

Why Buy This Classic in Color?

This professionally colorized version transforms the viewing experience while preserving every frame of the original film. Jean Arthur’s stylish wardrobe comes alive in period-accurate pastels and bold accents, the infamous sable coat gleams in rich, warm brown tones, and the opulent hotel interiors radiate golden-age glamour. The colorization process has been applied frame by frame, ensuring that the restored visuals enhance rather than distract from the rapid-fire comedy and physical gags that define this beloved screwball masterpiece.

Watching Easy Living in colour reveals details the original black and white photography never could — the contrast between Mary’s modest clothing and the extravagant world she stumbles into becomes even more striking when rendered in full color. Every pratfall, every double-take, every perfectly timed reaction from Jean Arthur gains an extra dimension of immediacy.

Purchase now for an instant, secure digital download with no DRM restrictions. Play it on any device that supports MP4 files.

Historical Significance

Released during the golden age of Hollywood screwball comedy, Easy Living stands alongside My Man Godfrey and Bringing Up Baby as one of the genre’s finest achievements. Preston Sturges’ screenplay was a key stepping stone before his legendary directorial career, showcasing his gift for class satire, escalating absurdity, and whip-smart dialogue. Jean Arthur’s performance as the bewildered yet resourceful Mary Smith cemented her status as one of the era’s most beloved comedic actresses. The film’s automat sequence — a chaotic free-for-all triggered by a penny dropped in the wrong slot — remains one of the most celebrated set pieces in classic comedy filmmaking.

Technical Details

• Original Format: Black and White (1937)
• Colorized: Professional frame-by-frame HD colorization
• Resolution: HD 720p
• File Format: MP4 / MKV
• Running Time: 88 minutes
• Language: English
• Delivery: Instant download link on-screen and sent to your email upon purchase
• Price: €15.00
• License: Personal, non-commercial use

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Movie-Specific Questions

Q: What triggers the chaotic events in Easy Living?
A luxurious sable fur coat, thrown from a penthouse window during a marital argument, lands on secretary Mary Smith and sets off a cascade of mistaken identities and screwball mayhem.

Q: What makes the automat scene so famous?
A single penny dropped into an automat slot triggers a mechanical chain reaction that sends free food flying to stunned patrons, erupting into a full-scale food riot — one of the most brilliantly choreographed slapstick sequences of the 1930s.

Q: Who wrote the screenplay for Easy Living?
Preston Sturges wrote the original screenplay, filling it with his trademark witty dialogue, social commentary on wealth and class, and escalating comedic chaos.

Digital Download Questions

Q: Is this the original film with added color?
Yes. This is the complete original 1937 film, professionally colorized frame by frame for vibrant, historically accurate visuals.

Q: How and when will I receive my download?
You will receive a secure download link on the confirmation page immediately after purchase. A backup copy of the link is also sent to your email address.

Q: Is this download DRM-free?
Yes, your purchase is completely DRM-free. You own the file for personal use with no restrictions on playback.

Q: What devices can I watch this on?
Any device that supports MP4 playback — Smart TVs, Windows and macOS computers, tablets, and iOS or Android phones.

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• My Man Godfrey (1936)
• Bringing Up Baby (1938)
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