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Blondes at Work (1938): cast, story & where to watch

1938 · Film · ★ 6.3

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Released in 1938, Blondes at Work is a drama and crime film directed by Frank McDonald, running about 63 minutes. “BEWARE! Snappy Snoopy Blonde at Work!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. When a rival newspaper publisher complains to his captain about possible collusion between himself and reporter Torchy Blane on scooping her rivals in crime news reporting, Det. Lt. Steve McBride determines to thwart her efforts to get inside information - and she determines to go on getting it, by whatever means necessary.

Who’s in it. Blondes at Work stars Glenda Farrell as Torchy Blane, Barton MacLane as Lt. Steve McBride, Thomas E. Jackson as Parker and Tom Kennedy as Gahagan, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Blondes at Work has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Blondes at Work page.

If you liked it. Fans of Blondes at Work tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Blondes at Work (1938)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Blondes at Work change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Blondes at Work worth watching?
Blondes at Work holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Blondes at Work?
Blondes at Work stars Glenda Farrell, Barton MacLane, Thomas E. Jackson, Tom Kennedy and Frank Shannon.
When was Blondes at Work released?
Blondes at Work was released in 1938, with a runtime of about 63 minutes.