Four Jacks and a Jill
"BLONDE BLITZ blasts the blues out of four howling hepcats!"
Originally released in 1942. Four Jacks and a Jill is a comedy/music film. directed by Jack Hively. At just 68 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Ray Bolger, Anne Shirley, and June Havoc
Synopsis
Karanina "Nina" Novak, is befriended by Nifty, the leader of a four-piece orchestra, and in return, secures an engagement for them at the Little Aregal Cafe, with herself as the vocalist, by pretending she once knew the King or Aregal back in the old country. Steve shows up pretending to be the King of Aregal, and complicates the growing romance between Nina and Nifty. When Steve runs off with Opa, the real King of Aregal (also Steve) appears and complicates things again.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 23, 1942
84 years ago
Runtime
1h 8m
68 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (3 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Ray Bolger
as Nifty Sullivan, a Jack
Anne Shirley
as Karanina 'Nina' Novak, the Jill
June Havoc
as Opal
Desi Arnaz
as Steve Sarto / King Stephan VIII of Aregal
Jack Durant
as Noodle McArdle
Eddie Foy Jr.
as Happy McScud, a Jack
Fritz Feld
as Mr. Hoople
Henry Daniell
as Bobo
Joseph E. Bernard
as Jailer (uncredited)
William Blees
as Eddie, a Jack (uncredited)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- RKO Radio Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Four Jacks and a Jill about?
Karanina "Nina" Novak, is befriended by Nifty, the leader of a four-piece orchestra, and in return, secures an engagement for them at the Little Aregal Cafe, with herself as the vocalist, by preten...
Who directed Four Jacks and a Jill?
Four Jacks and a Jill was directed by Jack Hively.
How long is Four Jacks and a Jill?
Four Jacks and a Jill has a runtime of 1 hours and 8 minutes (68 minutes total).
When was Four Jacks and a Jill released?
Four Jacks and a Jill was released on January 23, 1942 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Four Jacks and a Jill?
The main cast of Four Jacks and a Jill includes Ray Bolger, Anne Shirley, June Havoc, Desi Arnaz, Jack Durant.