

While Thousands Cheer
Kenny Harrington, the star football player of Gilmore College, leads his team to many victories, raising hopes that Gilmore will play in the "Peach Bowl," the championship playoffs of the Western conference. Unknown to Kenny, Downey, the head of a gambling syndicate, has placed a $100,000 bet against the Gilmore team.
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Plot Summary
A wealthy socialite, often the subject of public gossip, finds herself in a compromising situation when she's caught in her employer's apartment with a married man. To salvage her reputation and avoid a scandal, she agrees to marry the man's business partner, a struggling writer. Their unconventional arrangement leads to a series of comedic and dramatic events as they navigate societal expectations and their own burgeoning feelings.
Critical Reception
While Thousands Cheer received mixed reviews from critics upon its release. Some praised Joan Crawford's performance and the film's witty dialogue, while others found the plot convoluted and the romantic chemistry lacking. It was generally seen as a passable, albeit unremarkable, entry in the screwball comedy genre of the era.
What Reviewers Say
- Praiseworthy for Crawford's spirited performance and sharp repartee.
- Criticized for a plot that often feels aimless and underdeveloped.
- Lacked the consistent comedic timing and strong romantic leads of superior screwball comedies.
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Fun Fact
The film marked Joan Crawford's first film with Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM) after leaving Columbia Pictures, though she had previously made films for MGM in the early part of her career.
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