I'm a Crosby fan, but this is a terrible movie...
When folks discuss the great films of Frank Capra, this film seldom seems to come up... and there's a reason! This was a pretty terrible film, one of Bing Crosby's least charming outings, and certainly a low point for Capra. The script is atrocious, the realization is shoddy and abrupt, and the film's end may make you feel a little queasy. Here's the plot: Bing is a foreign correspondent, off in postwar Europe, writing heartwarming stories about French war orphans. His editor wants something juicier, and his jilted American fiancee does, too. So, Bing has to come back to the States with, naturally, a couple of toussle-haired raggamuffins in tow and a song in his heart. Alas! He is too late: his sweetie (played by a remarkably shrill Jane Wyman) has dumped him in favor of her millionaire boss, amiably portrayed by Franchot Tone. In fact, it's Franchot Tone, easily outshining Crosby, who gives this ricketty film its one glimmer of class... A long scene between him and Bing, when they size each other up, is the single redeeming sequence... Everything else is rough, slipshod and frantic, including Capra's directorial work, particularly the editing. Bing does his best to be cool and hip, but his schtick just isn't working this time around... Mostly it's the film's fault; this is an amazingly substandard production... It's worth skipping, even if you're a big Bing Crosby fan.

Poor acting; too many silly supporting characters.
I am a huge fan of Bing Crosby and have enjoyed all of his movies until this one. The main problem is that all the actors seem to be over-acting and the result is entirely unbelievable. The music is annoying, especially the oft-repeated, "Cool, cool, cool of the evening." The only word that describes this film for me is, "SILLY."

Great Movie, worth getting !!
Ever since I was a kid I have loved this movie. I would watch it three or four times a week as a young kid. My older brother got me liking Bing Crosby and I tell you, this is one of his best in my opinion!! Great songs, great story, great acting, its all there!! I lost the movie some years ago and now I'm getting it so my wife can see it!!

brilliant
This is an absolutely brilliant movie! I have loved it since i saw it first some years ago on tv. The story, the songs, the supporting actors are great. It really is a must if you are in to old movies or musicals. Hilarious, clever, great scenery, great transitions to song, witty. Also a great solo by Anna-Marie Alberghetti. Get it you wont be sorry!

An Essential Film
This film is a must see for all who love old movies. Not only is the cast incomparable but the storyline keeps you hooked. Newspaperman Pete Garvey (Bing Crosby) has successfully elluded marriage until his girl back home (Jane Wyman) sends an ultimatum. After many delays he finally returns to find she is engaged to a multi-millionaire and the wedding is eminent. Hilarity ensues as he tries to win her back and keep two war orphans he's adopting. A Frank Capra masterpiece with the unforgetable song 'In the cool, cool, cool of the evening'.