Gordon (played by Eric Blore) appears in Swing Time.
The owner of the dance agency where Penny works. He initially fires Penny and Mabel over a misunderstanding regarding Lucky's dancing lesson, but reinstates them after witnessing Lucky's progress, subsequently arranging a crucial nightclub audition for Penny. Mabel Anderson (played by Helen Broderick) appears in Swing Time.
A fellow dancer and roommate of Penny Carrol. She is fired alongside Penny after complaining about Pop Cardetti, later acts as a matchmaker by intervening in Lucky and Penny's disputes, and encourages Penny to kiss Lucky, playing a pivotal role in advancing their romance. Margaret Watson (played by Betty Furness) appears in Swing Time.
Lucky's original fiancée whose wedding is sabotaged by his dance troupe. Her father imposes a $25,000 earnings requirement on Lucky, prompting his trip to New York. She eventually tells Lucky she has decided to marry someone else, clearing the path for his romance with Penny.
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Characters
Gordon
(played by Eric Blore) — supporting
The owner of the dance agency where Penny works. He initially fires Penny and Mabel over a misunderstanding regarding Lucky's dancing lesson, but reinstates them after witnessing Lucky's progress, sub...
Mabel Anderson
(played by Helen Broderick) — supporting
A fellow dancer and roommate of Penny Carrol. She is fired alongside Penny after complaining about Pop Cardetti, later acts as a matchmaker by intervening in Lucky and Penny's disputes, and encourages...
Margaret Watson
(played by Betty Furness) — supporting
Lucky's original fiancée whose wedding is sabotaged by his dance troupe. Her father imposes a $25,000 earnings requirement on Lucky, prompting his trip to New York. She eventually tells Lucky she has...
Key Relationships
Gordon → Margaret Watson
(Social Acquaintance)
Mabel Anderson → Margaret Watson
(Social Acquaintance)
Gordon → Mabel Anderson
(Professional Boss)
Story Analysis
A story of romantic entanglements, workplace dynamics, and comedic resolutions centered around a dance troupe.
