Maisie Goes to Reno (1944): Cast & Plot
Maisie Goes to Reno is a 1944 romantic comedy directed by Harry Beaumont, starring Ann Sothern as Maisie Ravier, Leigh De Lacey and Almira Sessions. It runs 1 hour 30 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 30m (90 min)
- Director
- Harry Beaumont
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Loew's Incorporated
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Maisie Goes to Reno About?
The premise of Maisie Goes to Reno without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
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Maisie Goes to Reno Themes & Keywords
· 41 tags- deception
- maisie ravier character
- vacation
- letter
- divorce
- secretary
- blackjack dealer
- bellhop
- bus
- singer
- business manager
- bandleader
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- horse
- male female relationship
- maisie series
- mistaken identity
- defense plant worker
- sequel
- infatuation
- judge
- police
- riveter
- drunkenness
- forger
- casino
- reno nevada
- dog
- horseback riding
- psychiatrist
- impersonation
- alcoholic
- factory
- embezzlement
- veteran
- nervous tic
- los angeles california
- heiress
- u.s. marine
- hotel
- blotter
- character name in title
Maisie Goes to Reno Cast & Characters
Ann Sothern leads the cast as Maisie Ravier, with Leigh De Lacey as Woman Maisie Bumps Into (Uncredited) and Almira Sessions as Lady with Reno Bus Ticket (Uncredited). Directed by Harry Beaumont; 47 actors are credited in all.
- Director Harry Beaumont
- Ann Sothern as Maisie Ravier
- Leigh De Lacey as Woman Maisie Bumps Into (Uncredited)
- Almira Sessions as Lady with Reno Bus Ticket (Uncredited)
- Chick Chandler as Tommy Cutter
Also Starring in Maisie Goes to Reno
· 43 more- Tom Drake Sgt. Bill Fullerton
- Ava Gardner Gloria Fullerton
- John Hodiak Philip Francis 'Flip' Hennahan
- Marta Linden Winifred 'Wini' Ashbourne
- Paul Cavanagh Roger Pelham
- Bernard Nedell J.E. Clave
- Roland Dupree Jerry
- Billy Bletcher Public Address Announcer (Voice) (Uncredited)
- Donald Meek Parsons
- Byron Foulger Dr. Joe Carter (Uncredited)
- Ray Teal Policeman (Uncredited)
- James Conaty Nightclub Patron (Uncredited)
- John Hamilton Judge Carter (Uncredited)
- William Tannen Lead Man (Uncredited)
- Edward Earle Hotel Desk Clerk (Uncredited)
- Cliff Clark Police Captain (Uncredited)
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- Anthony Caruso George (Uncredited)
- William Bailey Nightclub Patron (Uncredited)
- Ronald R. Rondell Photographer (Uncredited)
- Ralph Sanford Policeman (Uncredited)
- Barry Norton Nightclub Patron (Uncredited)
- Robert Haines Waiter (Uncredited)
- Ray Walker Bus Ticket Clerk (Uncredited)
- Dick Rich Military Policeman (Uncredited)
- Joey Ray Flip's Friend (Uncredited)
- Larry J. Blake Policeman (Uncredited)
- Wally Cassell Reporter (Uncredited)
- Leon Tyler Boy (Uncredited)
- Karin Booth Girl at Party (Uncredited)
- William Hall Marine (Uncredited)
- James Warren Dr. Henry Fleeson (Uncredited)
- Noreen Nash Good-Looking Girl (Uncredited)
- Celia Travers Volunteer (Uncredited)
- Maxine Leslie Girl at Party (Uncredited)
- Bunny Waters Elaine
- Bernard Thomas PFC Elihu Smith (Uncredited)
- Tim Wallace Bus Driver (Uncredited)
- Yvonne Severn Eunice Jenks (Uncredited)
- Douglas Morrow The MC (Uncredited)
- Don Hayden Page Boy (Uncredited)
- Elizabeth Dailey Girl at Party (Uncredited)
- Lynn Arlen Girl at Party (Uncredited)
- Ethel Tobin Girl at Party (Uncredited)
More from Harry Beaumont
More films directed by Harry Beaumont, best-rated first: The Broadway Melody, Alias a Gentleman, The Show-Off and Up Goes Maisie.
Maisie Goes to Reno Plot Summary
What happens in Maisie Goes to Reno from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Overworked World War II riveter Maisie Ravier Ann Sothern becomes irritable and begins winking at people involuntarily, so the factory’s doctor prescribes a two-week vacation with pay to let her recharge. On the way to some rest, she runs into her friend and bandleader Tommy Cutter Chick Chandler, who pitches a two-week singing engagement in Reno and convinces her to head there for a change of pace.
At the bus station, Maisie crosses paths with Sergeant Bill Fullerton Tom Drake, who is desperate to stop his wealthy wife Gloria Fullerton Ava Gardner from divorcing him. When his leave is canceled because his unit is relocating, he asks Maisie to personally deliver a letter to Gloria, hoping to avert a separation that could end his marriage and future.
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Maisie Goes to Reno FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Maisie Goes to Reno, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Maisie Goes to Reno?
Maisie Goes to Reno runs 1 hour 30 minutes (90 minutes).
When was Maisie Goes to Reno released?
Maisie Goes to Reno was released on August 15, 1944.
Who directed Maisie Goes to Reno?
Maisie Goes to Reno was directed by Harry Beaumont.
More films by Harry Beaumont Who is in the cast of Maisie Goes to Reno?
Maisie Goes to Reno stars Ann Sothern as Maisie Ravier, Leigh De Lacey as Woman Maisie Bumps Into (Uncredited) and Almira Sessions as Lady with Reno Bus Ticket (Uncredited), among 47 credited actors.
Does Maisie Goes to Reno have a post-credit scene?
No. Maisie Goes to Reno has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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