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1934 · 81 min · ★ 7.3 · Comedy, Crime, Drama, Romance

Wounded criminal Lucky Wilson takes refuge in a small Connecticut farm. He falls in love with the farmer's daughter who at first is unaware of his criminal record. Lucky is fully prepared to shoot his way out when the cops come calling, but he is softened by the daughter's affections.

Directed by W.S. Van Dyke · Written by Albert Hackett

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