Maid's Night Out

Name: Maid's Night Out
Director: Ben Holmes
Genre: Comedy
Released: 1938-01-01
Duration: 64 min
Cast: Joan Fontaine, Allan Lane, Billy Gilbert, Cecil Kellaway, Hedda Hopper

1938Dir. Ben Holmes1h 4m

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Maid's Night Out, directed by Ben Holmes, is quite the quirky comedy from '38. You've got this millionaire's son, right? He decides to be a milkman for a whole month just to win a bet with his dad. The whole setup is a bit absurd, but it works. The pacing's light and breezy, which pairs well with the charming performances. There's this playful mistaken identity twist when he falls for a debutante he thinks is just a maid. The film captures that whimsical atmosphere of the era, and the practical effects and set designs give a nice touch of authenticity. It's not groundbreaking, but it has that delightful simplicity that makes it stand out among other comedies of its time.

Features a unique bet-driven plotHighlights mistaken identity tropesShowcases performances reflective of the 1930s comedy style