Ball of Fire (1942)
“I LOVE HIM because he doesn't know how to kiss—THE JERK!”
Storyline
A group of academics have spent years shut up in a house working on the definitive encyclopedia. When one of them discovers that his entry on slang is hopelessly outdated, he ventures into the wide world to learn about the evolving language. Here he meets Sugarpuss O’Shea, a nightclub singer, who’s on top of all the slang—and, it just so happens, needs a place to stay.
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Movie Details
| Original title | Ball of Fire |
|---|---|
| Release date | Jan 9, 1942 |
| Status | Released |
| Keywords | nightclub, gangster, singer, romcom, black and white, professor, mobster, marriage proposal, research, slang, encyclopedia, us republican party |
FAQ
What is Ball of Fire about?
A group of academics have spent years shut up in a house working on the definitive encyclopedia. When one of them discovers that his entry on slang is hopelessly outdated, he ventures into the wide world to learn about the evolving language. Here he meets Sugarpuss O’Shea, a nightclub singer, who’s on top of all the slang—and, it just so happens, needs a place to stay.
When was Ball of Fire released?
Ball of Fire was released on Jan 9, 1942 (status: Released).
Who directed Ball of Fire?
Howard Hawks directed Ball of Fire.
What is the TMDB rating of Ball of Fire?
Ball of Fire has a TMDB rating of 7.4/10 from 253 votes.