# It Happened One Night (1934)

> A runaway heiress and an unemployed reporter turn a reluctant bus journey into a battle of wits, class, and unexpected affection.

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## Facts

- Runtime: 105 min
- Genres: Comedy, Romance
- Director: Frank Capra
- Cast: Clark Gable, Claudette Colbert, Walter Connolly, Roscoe Karns, Jameson Thomas, Alan Hale, Arthur Hoyt, Blanche Friderici
- TMDB rating: 7.8/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0025316/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: moderate
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: none
- Mood: witty, sardonic, irreverent, classic movie night, date night

## Synopsis

A runaway bride and a cynical reporter embark on a chaotic journey filled with unexpected romance and comedic mishaps.

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