Bachelor Bait

A young man who has inherited a large sum of money finds himself pursued by gold diggers. To escape their advances, he pretends to be poor and finds a job as a gardener for a wealthy socialite. He falls for her, but she is also being courted by a wealthy older man.

Bachelor Bait received mixed to positive reviews upon its release, with critics praising its lighthearted comedic tone and the performances of its young cast. While not considered a groundbreaking film, it was seen as an enjoyable and charming romantic comedy for its time.

• Praised for its lighthearted and amusing take on romantic entanglements.

• The performances of the young lead actors were often highlighted as a positive.

• Some critics found the plot predictable, though still engaging.

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The film marked one of the early leading roles for Richard Cromwell, who would go on to a prolific career in Hollywood, often playing sensitive or troubled characters.