It Happened One Night

Spoiled heiress Ellie Andrews elopes with a fortune hunter, only to be thwarted by her wealthy father. While trying to make her own way back to New York to meet her new husband, she encounters Peter Warne, a cynical but charming reporter who sees a big story. Despite their initial animosity and contrasting personalities, a reluctant romance blossoms between them as they navigate the hardships of hitchhiking and bus travel.

Widely regarded as one of the greatest comedies ever made, 'It Happened One Night' was a critical and commercial smash hit. It was the first film to win all five major Academy Awards: Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actor, Best Actress, and Best Screenplay. Its witty dialogue, rapid pacing, and groundbreaking chemistry between Gable and Colbert set a new standard for romantic comedies.

• Praised for its sharp, witty dialogue and fast-paced, screwball comedy.

• Celebrated for the unforgettable chemistry and iconic performances of Clark Gable and Claudette Colbert.

• Lauded as a landmark film that defined the romantic comedy genre.

Google audience: Audiences adore 'It Happened One Night' for its timeless humor, charming romance, and the undeniable charisma of its lead actors. Many highlight the film's clever storytelling and its ability to remain fresh and entertaining decades after its release.

Won the 'Big Five' Academy Awards: Best Picture, Best Director (Frank Capra), Best Actor (Clark Gable), Best Actress (Claudette Colbert), and Best Screenplay (Robert Riskin). Inducted into the National Film Registry.

Clark Gable's decision to remove his undershirt in one scene, revealing bare chest, was so influential that it reportedly caused a nationwide drop in undershirt sales.