She's Working Her Way Through College (1952): cast, story & where to watch
1952 · Film · ★ 4.8
Released in 1952, She's Working Her Way Through College is a comedy and music film directed by H. Bruce Humberstone, running about 104 minutes. “She's a Burlesque Queen who becomes a co-ed--and gives the Student Body a brand new twist!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Shapely burlesque dancer Hot Garters Gertie aka Angela Gardner meets her future drama professor. Her new landlady proves to be the professor's wife. Angela helps breath life into the annual school stage show...but someone has discovered her secret past.
Who’s in it. She's Working Her Way Through College stars Virginia Mayo as Angela Gardner, Ronald Reagan as John Palmer, Gene Nelson as Don Weston and Don DeFore as Shep Slade, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, She's Working Her Way Through College has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch She's Working Her Way Through College page.
If you liked it. Fans of She's Working Her Way Through College tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch She's Working Her Way Through College (1952)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for She's Working Her Way Through College change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is She's Working Her Way Through College worth watching?
- She's Working Her Way Through College holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in She's Working Her Way Through College?
- She's Working Her Way Through College stars Virginia Mayo, Ronald Reagan, Gene Nelson, Don DeFore and Phyllis Thaxter.
- When was She's Working Her Way Through College released?
- She's Working Her Way Through College was released in 1952, with a runtime of about 104 minutes.