Guys and Dolls

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Guys and Dolls is a 1955 musical comedy from MGM directed by Joseph L. Mankiewicz, based on Damon Runyon’s stories and adapted by Abe Burrows and Jo Swerling. Set in New York City, the film follows a high-rolling gambler who accepts a wager that he cannot romance a devoted missionary and bring her to Havana. As the two spend time together, genuine feelings develop between them, complicating the original bet and revealing deeper motivations beneath the surface. Frank Sinatra and Jean Simmons lead an ensemble cast in this adaptation of the beloved Broadway musical.

This is a single-disc DVD release running two hours and thirty minutes, rated Approved by the Motion Picture Association. Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer’s film features music by Frank Loesser, including memorable numbers such as “Luck Be a Lady” and “A Woman in Love.” A used copy gives you a chance to own this classic musical at a fraction of retail cost.