Laughing at Danger (1940): cast, story & where to watch
1940 · Film
Released in 1940, Laughing at Danger is a comedy and mystery film directed by Howard Bretherton, running about 63 minutes. “Frankie laughs out loud at danger... And scraps with a triple-killer!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Frankie Kelly, pageboy at the beauty salon ran by Madam Celeste, and his helper Jefferson find the routine broken when the body of one of the operators, Florence, is found in the dumbwaiter. She had been shot just before she was to give Detective Dan Haggerty information about a blackmail gang. Since Mary Baker, Frankie's girl friend saw her last, she is suspected, and Frankie determines to clear her using his own sleuthing methods. He has hardy begun when Pierre, another member of the staff, and Florence's fiancée is found dead.
Who’s in it. Laughing at Danger stars Frankie Darro as Frankie Kelly, Joy Hodges as Mary Baker, George Houston as Dan Haggerty and Mantan Moreland as Jefferson, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Laughing at Danger page.
If you liked it. Fans of Laughing at Danger tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Laughing at Danger (1940)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Laughing at Danger change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Laughing at Danger?
- Laughing at Danger stars Frankie Darro, Joy Hodges, George Houston, Mantan Moreland and Kay Sutton.
- When was Laughing at Danger released?
- Laughing at Danger was released in 1940, with a runtime of about 63 minutes.