Sullivan's Travels (1941)

Director: Preston Sturges

Successful movie director John L. Sullivan, convinced he won't be able to film his ambitious masterpiece until he has suffered, dons a hobo disguise and sets off on a journey, aiming to "know trouble" first-hand. When all he finds is a train ride back to Hollywood and a beautiful blonde companion, he redoubles his efforts, managing to land himself in more trouble than he bargained for when he loses his memory and ends up a prisoner on a chain gang.

Cast

Joel McCrea

John Sullivan

Veronica Lake

The Girl

Robert Warwick

Mr. LeBrand

William Demarest

Mr. Jones

Franklin Pangborn

Mr. Casalsis

Porter Hall

Mr. Hadrian

Byron Foulger

Johnny Valdelle

Margaret Hayes

Secretary

Robert Greig

Burroughs

Eric Blore

Sullivan's Valet