Slightly Dangerous (1943) in Color — Starring Lana Turner & Robert Young

Plot Summary

Peggy Evans is a beautiful but thoroughly bored young woman trapped in a dead-end job serving sodas at a small-town drugstore counter. Convinced that life has more to offer than minimum wages and small-town monotony, she dreams of excitement, adventure, and the kind of glamorous existence she sees in the movies. When an opportunity for reinvention presents itself, Peggy seizes it with both hands.

After a particularly humiliating day at work, Peggy stages her own disappearance and turns up in the big city claiming to have amnesia. Through a series of increasingly audacious lies and fortunate coincidences, she is identified as the long-lost daughter of a wealthy industrialist named Doddsworth, who has been searching for his missing child for years. The overjoyed Doddsworth welcomes her into his home and his fortune, and Peggy’s transformation from soda jerk to society princess begins.

The deception proves both thrilling and terrifying as Peggy must navigate the unfamiliar world of wealth and privilege while maintaining her elaborate lie. Complicating matters enormously is Bob Stuart, a sharp-witted newspaper reporter who suspects the whole thing is a fraud and begins investigating Peggy’s true identity. The battle of wits between Peggy and Bob generates sparks that are both adversarial and romantic, as their mutual attraction grows even as he closes in on the truth.

As Peggy becomes genuinely fond of her adoptive father and accustomed to her new life, the inevitable unravelling of her deception threatens to destroy everything she has gained — including her budding romance with the very man determined to expose her. The climactic revelations lead to confrontations that are both hilarious and genuinely touching, delivering a resolution that proves the best things in life cannot be stolen, borrowed, or faked.

Cast & Crew

Director: Wesley Ruggles

Stars: Lana Turner, Robert Young, Walter Brennan, Dame May Whitty, Eugene Pallette, Alan Mowbray, Florence Bates

Lana Turner is radiant and surprisingly adept at comedy in the lead role, demonstrating a lightness of touch and comic timing that perfectly complement her legendary glamour. Robert Young is charming and persistent as the reporter whose professional scepticism is constantly undermined by his personal attraction. Walter Brennan delivers wonderful comic support as the eccentric millionaire.

Why Buy This Classic in Color?

The colorization of Slightly Dangerous brings sumptuous new glamour to the MGM production values, Lana Turner’s legendary wardrobe, and the contrast between the modest small-town settings and the opulent world of wealth, all rendered in rich, vibrant tones that perfectly match the film’s sparkling comedic tone. Now also available in colour. The colour presentation showcases Turner’s screen-filling star presence and enhances every aspect of this delightful comedy. Buy Slightly Dangerous (1943) Colorized – €15.00

Historical Significance

Slightly Dangerous showcases Lana Turner at the height of her MGM years, demonstrating a gift for light comedy that is sometimes overlooked in favour of her more famous dramatic roles. The film is representative of the polished, escapist entertainment that Hollywood produced during the war years, offering audiences sophisticated comedy and glamour as a counterpoint to the anxieties of wartime life. Through colorization, this effervescent comedy gem has been preserved for modern audiences who can now enjoy Turner’s star power and the film’s witty script in gorgeous colour.

Technical Details

• Format: MP4 digital download
• Resolution: HD 720p
• Colorized: Yes — AI-assisted colorization
• Audio: English mono soundtrack
• Runtime: Approximately 94 minutes
• DRM-free: Yes — play on any device
• Instant download: Yes
• Price: €15.00

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Movie-Specific Questions

Q: Is Lana Turner good at comedy?
A: Surprisingly so — Turner reveals a genuine flair for screwball comedy in this film, handling the rapid-fire dialogue and increasingly absurd situations with grace and impeccable timing.

Q: Is this similar to other screwball comedies?
A: The film belongs squarely in the screwball tradition, with its themes of identity deception, class comedy, and bickering romantic leads that recall the best of the genre.

Q: How is the supporting cast?
A: Excellent, particularly Walter Brennan as the millionaire father, whose eccentric performance adds warmth and comic unpredictability to every scene he appears in.

Digital Download Questions

Q: What format is the download?
A: The film is delivered as a high-quality MP4 file that plays on virtually any modern device including computers, tablets, smartphones, and smart TVs.

Q: Is there DRM protection on the file?
A: No, the download is completely DRM-free, meaning you own the file outright and can watch it on any device without restrictions or internet requirements.

Q: How quickly can I watch after purchase?
A: The download is available instantly after payment is confirmed, allowing you to start watching within minutes of your purchase.

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• Lady of Burlesque (1943)
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