Sleepy Lagoon

Sleepy Lagoon

Here's everything you desire in the way of fun-filled, laugh-laden musical entertainment...And remember, in addition to Judy, you'll see and hear Dennis Day, singing star of Jack Benny's radio program!

NR 1943 · 65 min · ★ 5.0 · Comedy, Crime

Young radio personality Judy Joyner becomes mayor of the moribund town, Sleepy Lagoon, after running on an all women ticket and promptly sets out to turn the town around.

Directed by Joseph Santley · Written by Prescott Chaplin

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