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Movie poster: The Palm Beach Story (1942)
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The Palm Beach Story

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1942 · 88 min Comedy Romance
7.0 / 10 · TMDB

A New York inventor, Tom Jeffers, needs cash to develop his big idea, so his adoring wife, Gerry, decides to raise it by divorcing him and marrying an eccentric Florida millionaire, J. D. Hackensacker III.

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Year 1942
Country United States of America
Genre Comedy, Romance
Director Preston Sturges
Runtime 88 min.
Rating TMDB: 7.0/10 (207 votes)

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The film operates in a light register — but not superficially. Behind each joke is an observation about people, not just a desire to amuse.

Goes down easy, leaves a good aftertaste. Not every joke lands equally — but the overall tone holds.

For those who just want to relax. Asks nothing — just time and a willingness to smile.

Director: Preston Sturges

— MovieFinder Editorial

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Viewing atmosphere: Weekend afternoon, the couch, something to snack on. Turn off your brain and enjoy.

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