SECOND CHORUS (1940) | Full Movie | Fred Astaire & Burgess Meredith | Classic Musical Comedy

"Looking for a Fred Astaire full movie? Watch SECOND CHORUS (1940), the Oscar-nominated musical comedy featuring Artie Shaw, now available in the public domain." 🎺💃✨
Welcome to ClassicBox Films. Today we present a rhythmic masterpiece from 1940: "Second Chorus". Starring the incomparable Fred Astaire and the legendary bandleader Artie Shaw, this film is a vibrant celebration of the Big Band era, filled with incredible music, romantic rivalries, and the timeless elegance of Astaire’s choreography.
🎬 Title: Second Chorus (1940)
📌 Genre: Musical / Romance / Comedy
🎥 Director: H.C. Potter
⭐ Cast: Fred Astaire, Burgess Meredith, Paulette Goddard, Artie Shaw
🌍 Language: English (Original Audio)
👉 Synopsis:
Danny O'Neill (Fred Astaire) and Hank Taylor (Burgess Meredith) are two perpetual college students who have spent years leading a university dance band. When they both fall for their beautiful manager, Ellen Miller (Paulette Goddard), a fierce competition begins—not only for her heart but also for a coveted spot in Artie Shaw’s world-famous orchestra. A delightful blend of "screwball" comedy and high-energy musical numbers.
💡 Movie Trivia:
Oscar Recognition: The film received two Academy Award nominations, including Best Musical Score and Best Original Song ("Love of My Life").
Astaire’s Favorite: Fred Astaire famously enjoyed filming the "The Dig It" number, which remains one of the most energetic sequences of his early 1940s career.
Artie Shaw’s Debut: This was the first major film appearance for the legendary "King of the Clarinet," Artie Shaw, who plays himself in the movie.
Star Power: The film features a young Burgess Meredith, decades before he would achieve immortality as Mickey in the Rocky films.
⚖️ Public Domain Notice:
This film is in the Public Domain. ClassicBox Films is dedicated to preserving the musical legacy of Hollywood’s Golden Age. This edition is shared for the historical and cultural appreciation of classic cinema.
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