You'll Find Out
You'll Find Out

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You'll Find Out

1940
Movie
97 min
English

The manager of Kay Kyser’s band books them for a birthday party bash for an heiress at a spooky mansion, where sinister forces try to kill her.

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: Willard A. NashGenres: Horror, Comedy, Musical

Plot Summary

A wealthy industrialist, worried about his daughter's upcoming marriage, hires a private investigator to prove her fiancé is a gold-digger. The investigator, along with spooky mediums played by horror legends Karloff, Lugosi, and Lorre, devises a plan involving a fake curse to scare the fiancé away. However, their elaborate scheme unravels with unexpected and comedic consequences.

Critical Reception

You'll Find Out is largely remembered today for its unique casting of three of Hollywood's most iconic horror actors in a comedic setting. While not critically acclaimed as a masterpiece of horror or comedy, it offers a curious and often entertaining diversion, particularly for fans of its leads. Its blend of spooky elements with musical numbers and lighthearted scares makes it a distinctive B-movie from its era.

What Reviewers Say

  • A novelty film capitalizing on the star power of Karloff, Lugosi, and Lorre.

  • Offers a peculiar blend of horror tropes, comedy, and musical numbers.

  • Enjoyable primarily for the unusual on-screen chemistry of its legendary horror cast.

Google audience: Audience reception is scarce, but the film is often cited by fans for its unusual premise and the chance to see horror icons in a less conventional, more comedic role.

Fun Fact

This film is notable for being the only time Boris Karloff, Bela Lugosi, and Peter Lorre appeared together in a movie where they played characters who were ostensibly on the same 'side,' albeit a mischievous one.

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