A Lady Takes a Chance

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A Lady Takes a Chance

1943

1h 26m

Romance

Comedy

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To escape the attentions of a trio of eager bachelors, nubile Manhattanite Molly Truesdale (Jean Arthur) leaves for a bus tour of the American West led by eccentric guide Smiley Lambert (Phil Silvers). During one of the stops, Truesdale has an exchange with handsome but crude rodeo rider Duke Hudkins (John Wayne). After Truesdale reluctantly agrees to accompany the unrefined Hudkins on a night on the town, she finds herself slowly being charmed by his backward country ways.

Steve Crum

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War era comedy is nice turn for John Wayne, co-starring radiant Jean Arthur.

Rated: 4/5

Mar 2, 2008

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Emanuel Levy

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In this light, minor fare, made before he became a star, Wayne is cast as Duke Hudkins (Duke was his nickname), an easy-going rodeo rider who treasures his indpendence. .

Rated: C+

Jan 24, 2007

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Dennis Schwartz

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A lightweight romantic comedy that's pleasing because of the easygoing relationship between stars Jean Arthur and John Wayne.

Rated: B-

Sep 7, 2005

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Jean Arthur is wasted in this inconsequential movie that features none of her talents. She had already made many fine films, including You Can't Take It With You, Mr. Smith Goes to Washington, Mr. Deeds Goes to Town, and Only Angels Have Wings. She was a respected actress by that time, and doubtless wound with this second-rate script, with John Wayne, no less, because her husband was the producer.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

02/03/23

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I am absolutely dumbfounded why the movie isn't considered a classic! This is a really cosy and heart-warming romantic comedy. It will restore your faith in love and beauty of life.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/12/23

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Chaotic and at times annoying little screwball comedy where all the characters act nuts just for the sake of acting nuts. I usually like JEan arthur, but here she is just too much. John Wayne comes across better, but not by much.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

02/09/23

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Audience Member

Here's one for you rodeo fans!

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

01/28/23

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good mix of western & com-dram

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

01/21/23

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Jean Arthur is adorable, but I'm not sure she has much chemistry with The Duke. The movie lacks the charm and wit needed for a lightweight rom-com.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

01/16/23

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William A. Seiter

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Jean Arthur

Molly J. Truesdale

John Wayne

Duke Hudkins

Charles Winninger

Waco

Phil Silvers

Smiley Lambert

Mary Field

Florrie Bendix

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Synopsis

To escape the attentions of a trio of eager bachelors, nubile Manhattanite Molly Truesdale (Jean Arthur) leaves for a bus tour of the American West led by eccentric guide Smiley Lambert (Phil Silvers). During one of the stops, Truesdale has an exchange with handsome but crude rodeo rider Duke Hudkins (John Wayne). After Truesdale reluctantly agrees to accompany the unrefined Hudkins on a night on the town, she finds herself slowly being charmed by his backward country ways.

Director: William A. Seiter
Producer: Frank Ross
Screenwriter: Robert Ardrey
Production Co: RKO Pictures
Genre: Romance, Comedy
Original Language: English
Release Date (Streaming): Dec 2, 2019
Runtime: 1h 26m