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Dangerous When Wet (1953)

"MGM's splashy Technicolor musical!"

6.019531h 35mEN
MusicComedyRomance

Directed by Charles Walters

Rating

6.0/10

Runtime

1h 35m

Language

EN

Release

June 18, 1953

Director

Charles Walters

Official Trailer

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Overview

The health conscious, dairy-farming Higgins family begin each day with an invigorating swim. One day, traveling health-tonic salesman, Windy Weebe, comes to town and suggests they could swim the English Channel. Sponsored by "Liquapep" and coached by Windy, the family arrive in Europe. There it is d...

Cast

Esther Williams

Esther Williams

Katy Higgins

Fernando Lamas

Fernando Lamas

Andre Lanet

Jack Carson

Jack Carson

Windy Webbe

Charlotte Greenwood

Charlotte Greenwood

Ma Higgins

Denise Darcel

Denise Darcel

Gigi Mignon

William Demarest

William Demarest

Pa Higgins

Donna Corcoran

Donna Corcoran

Junior Higgins

Barbara Whiting

Barbara Whiting

Suzie Higgins

Bunny Waters

Bunny Waters

Greta

Henri Letondal

Henri Letondal

Joubert

Paul Bryar

Paul Bryar

Pierre

Jack Raine

Jack Raine

Stuart Frye

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Dangerous When Wet (1953), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

The health conscious, dairy-farming Higgins family begin each day with an invigorating swim. One day, traveling health-tonic salesman, Windy Weebe, comes to town and suggests they could swim the English Channel. Sponsored by "Liquapep" and coached by Windy, the family arrive in Europe. There it is decided that daughter Katie is the only one strong enough to enter the contest. But while she should be focused on the difficult and risky task ahead, Katie is pursed by dashing Frenchman, André Lanet... This comedic musical is well remembered for the scene when Katie dreams she is swimming with cartoon characters Tom & Jerry!

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Dangerous When Wet. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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