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Beau James

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In the midst of the economic boom of the 1920s, the Democratic Party machine picks irresponsible state senator Jimmy Walker (Bob Hope) as its candidate for mayor of New York City. Elected by a huge margin, the charming Walker bites the hand that feeds him by threatening to root out government corruption. Meanwhile, the love triangle between Jimmy; his estranged wife, Allie (Alexis Smith) ; and his Broadway-star girlfriend, Betty Compton (Vera Miles), threatens to topple his administration.

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Steve D shined up bio sure to disappoint, Rated 2 out of 5 stars 07/08/23 Full Review Audience Member Hope does a good turn in a semi-serious role. The comedy isn't side splitting but it is smile-worthy. If you like Hope you'll like this. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/20/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis In the midst of the economic boom of the 1920s, the Democratic Party machine picks irresponsible state senator Jimmy Walker (Bob Hope) as its candidate for mayor of New York City. Elected by a huge margin, the charming Walker bites the hand that feeds him by threatening to root out government corruption. Meanwhile, the love triangle between Jimmy; his estranged wife, Allie (Alexis Smith) ; and his Broadway-star girlfriend, Betty Compton (Vera Miles), threatens to topple his administration.
Director
Melville Shavelson
Producer
Jack Rose
Screenwriter
Jack Rose, Melville Shavelson
Production Co
Hope Enterprises, Paramount Pictures
Genre
Biography
Original Language
English
Runtime
1h 45m