Christmas Eve

(1947)Directed by Edwin L. Marin93 minComedy, Drama
'Tis six months before Christmas. But all through the nation Celebrations are starting... HERE'S YOUR INVITATION!

The greedy nephew of eccentric Matilda Reid seeks to have her judged incompetent so he can administer her wealth, but she will be saved if her three long-lost adopted sons appear for a Christmas Eve reunion. Separate stories reveal Michael as a bankrupt playboy loved by loyal Ann; Mario as a seemingly shady character tangling with a Nazi war criminal in South America; Jonathan as a hard-drinking rodeo rider intent on a flirtatious social worker. Is there hope for Matilda?

George Raftas Mario Torio
George Brentas Michael Brooks
Randolph Scottas Jonathan 'Johnny'
Joan Blondellas Ann Nelson
Dolores Moranas Jean Bradford
Ann Hardingas Aunt Matilda Reed
Reginald Dennyas Phillip Hastings
Douglass Dumbrilleas Dr. Bunyan
Carl Harbordas Dr. Doremus
Dennis Hoeyas Williams 'Bill', Matilda's Butler
Clarence Kolbas Judge Alston
Molly Lamontas Harriet Rhodes
John Litelas Joe Bland, FBI Agent
Walter Sandeas Mario's Hood
Joe Sawyeras Private Detective
Konstantin Shayneas Gustav Reichman
Andrew Tombesas Auctioneer
Claire Whitneyas Mrs. Bunyan
Marie Blakeas Reporter (uncredited)
Edgar Dearingas Police Sergeant (uncredited)
Robert Dudleyas Robert - Matilda's Chauffeur (uncredited)
JGJoe Grayas Minor Role (uncredited)
J. Farrell MacDonaldas Policeman (uncredited)