The Strawberry Blonde (Comedy 1941) James Cagney, Olivia de Havilland & Rita Hayworth

The Strawberry Blonde is a 1941 American romantic comedy film directed by Raoul Walsh, starring James Cagney and Olivia de Havilland, and featuring Rita Hayworth, Alan Hale, Jack Carson, and George Tobias. Set in New York City around 1900, the film is a lighthearted remake of the 1933 non-musical movie "One Sunday Afternoon." Critically acclaimed, it received praise for its cast performances, screenplay, and nostalgic charm. The film was nominated for an Academy Award in 1941 for Best Scoring of a Musical Picture. It has an aggregate score of 100% on Rotten Tomatoes based on 9 critic reviews. The story revolves around the romantic entanglements of the characters, with James Cagney playing a pugnacious yet endearing character, Olivia de Havilland as the sweet and sympathetic love interest, and Rita Hayworth as the classic flirt. The film's success was attributed to its engaging storyline, talented cast, and nostalgic portrayal of turn-of-the-century society.