[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":120},["ShallowReactive",2],{"movie-seo-tt0036395":3},{"movieId":4,"title":5,"year":6,"sources":7,"metadata":65,"relatedMovies":78,"similarMovies":91,"collections":116,"is_curated":117,"verified":118,"lastUpdated":119},"tt0036395","A Stranger in Town",1943,[8,19,28,37,43,52,59],{"channelId":9,"sourceId":10,"id":10,"title":11,"description":12,"addedAt":13,"duration":14,"language":15,"year":6,"viewCount":16,"type":17,"channelName":18},"UCgLqpXqmEJoyDYE_lpY1DXg","zi6t0CCN8nw","A Stranger in Town (1943) | Colorized Public Domain Comedy Drama with Frank Morgan & Richard Carlson","A Stranger in Town (1943) is a patriotic comedy-drama directed by Roy Rowland and released by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer during World War II. The film stars Frank Morgan, Richard Carlson, and Jean Rogers in a charming and witty story about small-town corruption, civic duty, and democracy in action. Lighthearted yet meaningful, the film combines humor, romance, and social commentary, reflecting the American spirit of its wartime era.\n\nThis restored and colorized edition brings a vivid new look to the classic, making it accessible for modern audiences in the United States, Europe, and worldwide.\n\nPlot Summary:\nThe story follows Supreme Court Justice John Josephus Grant (Frank Morgan), who decides to take a fishing vacation in a small town incognito. Instead of peace and quiet, he discovers a community plagued by petty corruption, political bosses, and a rigged mayoral election.\n\nYoung lawyer Bill Adams (Richard Carlson) is running for mayor on a reform ticket but faces intimidation and dirty tricks from entrenched interests led by Judge Austin Harkley (Porter Hall). Grant, amused yet disturbed, secretly helps Bill by offering sharp legal advice, guiding him in courtroom battles, and inspiring him to stand up for the people.\n\nMeanwhile, romance blossoms between Bill and lawyer Lucy Gilbert (Jean Rogers). With humor, courtroom wit, and a touch of patriotic messaging, the film builds toward a hopeful conclusion where integrity and democracy prevail. In the final scene, Grant quietly returns to Washington, satisfied that justice — in every sense — has been served.\n\nCast and Crew:\n• Director: Roy Rowland\n• Producer: Robert Sisk\n• Screenplay: Isobel Lennart, William Kozlenko\n• Cinematography: Sidney Wagner\n• Editing: Frank E. Hull\n• Studio: Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM)\n\nStarring:\n• Frank Morgan as Justice John Josephus Grant\n• Richard Carlson as Bill Adams\n• Jean Rogers as Lucy Gilbert\n• Porter Hall as Judge Austin Harkley\n• Robert Barrat as Mayor Connison\n• Chill Wills as Fred Johnson\n• Grant Mitchell as Rev. Norman\n• Donald MacBride as Henry McKell\n• Minor Watson as Sen. Grayson\n\nFilm Significance:\nA Stranger in Town is notable for blending patriotic wartime messaging with a light comic touch. Released in 1943, it reflected American ideals of fairness, civic responsibility, and the fight against corruption at a time when the country was engaged in global conflict.\n\nFrank Morgan, best remembered as the Wizard in The Wizard of Oz (1939), shines here in one of his best later roles, delivering both humor and gravitas. The film’s courtroom speeches and democratic themes connected strongly with audiences of the 1940s, while today it offers insight into how Hollywood supported wartime morale with entertaining yet thoughtful films.\n\nEnhanced Public Domain Explanation:\nThis film is in the public domain, meaning it is free of copyright restrictions and can be legally shared, viewed, and preserved without limitation. Colorized Public Domain restores and enhances such classics through digital cleaning, visual restoration, and colorization. Our mission is to keep culturally significant works like A Stranger in Town available for audiences around the world. Presenting them in color bridges the gap between past and present, helping new generations appreciate their humor, themes, and performances.\n\nWhy Watch This Colorized Edition:\nOriginally released in black and white, the film’s courtroom scenes and small-town settings gain new warmth and vitality through colorization. Frank Morgan’s playful yet wise performance, Richard Carlson’s earnest idealism, and Jean Rogers’ charm shine through more vividly, making the film engaging for today’s audiences while respecting its 1940s spirit.\n\nSubscribe and Explore More Classics:\n📌 Subscribe for more colorized classics: https:\u002F\u002Fwww.youtube.com\u002F@ColorizedPublicDomain?sub_confirmation=1\n\nWe upload restored and colorized films from the Golden Age of cinema, ranging from forgotten gems to enduring cultural landmarks. 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It's Frank Morgan's heart-warming best! \nIn a small corrupt town, an honest crusading lawyer running for mayor gets unexpected help from a tourist who happens to be a Supreme Court judge.\n\nOriginal title: A Stranger in Town (1943)\n\nBlack & White version: https:\u002F\u002Fyoutu.be\u002FXpFe9Mxi9pE\n\n\nDirector: Roy Rowland\nWriters: Isobel Lennart, William Kozlenko\nStars: Frank Morgan, Richard Carlson, Jean Rogers, Chill Wills\nGenre: Comedy, Drama, Romance, Colorized\n\n\n00:00 Full colorized movie (with subtitles).\n02:07 A judge declines an investigation due to exhaustion and plans to go hunting, sparking speculation among colleagues.\n07:00 Legal dispute over missed payment leads to court judgment against Thomas Cooney.\n11:56 A mayor faces a dilemma when a man asks for help without wanting charity, leading to concerns about a radical influence.\n17:40 Navigating a corrupt town, a man seeks to outsmart the system and avoid compromising his values.\n23:22 Legal implications of not stocking required automotive parts leading to potential judgment against a dealer.\n30:41 Unexpected altercation leads to misunderstandings and conflict in a small town hotel.\n36:00 Unexpected late-night visitor disrupts hotel guest's vacation with urgent request for assistance.\n44:09 Legal battle over hotel regulations regarding bed linens and spacing.\n50:04 Unexpected eviction due to termite infestation causes chaos in the office building.\n56:41 Demand for arrest warrants leads to confrontation with judge over alleged conspiracy and abuse of public office.\n1:02:14 Accusations of abusing office lead to warrant for arrest of outsider in a small town.\n\n\n@CultCinemaClassics \n\nhttps:\u002F\u002Fwww.youtube.com\u002Fplaylist?list=UUMOQIrvVPHrt2cN14ktGA2Snw",1766795744,4021,959463,"Cult Cinema Classics",{"channelId":29,"sourceId":38,"id":38,"title":39,"description":40,"addedAt":41,"duration":34,"language":15,"viewCount":42,"type":17,"channelName":36},"XpFe9Mxi9pE","A Stranger in Town 1943 (Comedy, Drama) Frank Morgan, Jean Rogers, Richard Carlson | Movie","He brings you more thrills than the law allows... as he battles crooks and untangles romance... in a screenful of entertainment! Frank Morgan at his best!\nA courageous lawyer battles corruption in his bid for mayor in Crown Port, finding an unexpected ally in a tourist who turns out to be a Supreme Court judge. 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