Bachelor's Paradise (1939 film)

Bachelor's Paradise is a 1939 American comedy film directed by George Nicholls Jr. and starring Lucille Ball, Wayne Morris, and Eddie Albert. The film revolves around a wealthy young man who inherits a large sum of money on the condition that he marries within a year, or the money will go to a scheming relative. He attempts to avoid marriage, leading to comedic situations and romantic entanglements. Lucille Ball plays a gold digger, while Eddie Albert portrays a naive friend. The plot involves mistaken identities, romantic rivalries, and ultimately, the protagonist finding genuine love. While not considered a major classic, Bachelor's Paradise is remembered as a lighthearted screwball comedy typical of the era and offers a glimpse into early performances by Lucille Ball and Eddie Albert before they achieved wider fame.