Leave It to Blondie

Leave It to Blondie is a 1945 American comedy film directed by Abby Berlin and starring Penny Singleton, Arthur Lake and Larry Simms. It was fifteenth of the twenty eight series of Blondie films released by Columbia Pictures.

Leave It to Blondie
Directed by	Abby Berlin
Written by	Connie Lee
Based on	comic strip Blondie by Chic Young
Produced by	Burt Kelly
Starring	Penny Singleton Arthur Lake Larry Simms Marjorie Ann Mutchie
Cinematography	Franz Planer
Edited by	Al Clark
Production company	King Features Syndicate
Distributed by	Columbia Pictures
Release date	February 22, 1945 (1945-02-22)
Running time	74 minutes
Country	United States
Language	English

Plot summary

The movie revolves around the Bumstead family, who find themselves with an unexpected $100 surplus in their budget. In a gesture of generosity, both Blondie and Dagwood independently decide to donate the money to charity. However, their lack of communication leads to both of them unknowingly donating the same $100, leaving the family in a financial bind.

In an effort to help resolve the situation, Alvin, a family friend, submits a song written by one of Dagwood's relatives to a songwriting contest. The contest offers a cash prize, which could alleviate the Bumsteads' financial troubles. Meanwhile, Mr. Dithers, Dagwood's boss, becomes entangled in the situation when he realizes that the publicity surrounding the contest could help him secure a lucrative real estate deal.

Complicating matters further, Blondie overhears a fortune-teller's prediction that Dagwood will become involved with a brunette woman. This prediction causes Blondie to grow increasingly suspicious when Dagwood begins working closely with a brunette vocal coach to prepare for his performance of the song, which has become a finalist in the contest.

As Dagwood trains to sing the song on the radio, a series of misunderstandings and comedic mishaps unfold. The Bumsteads must navigate these challenges while maintaining their characteristic humor and charm, ultimately showcasing the resilience and love that define their family dynamic.

Cast

• Penny Singleton as Blondie
• Arthur Lake as Dagwood
• Larry Simms as Baby Dumpling
• Marjorie Ann Mutchie as Cookie
• Daisy as Daisy the Dog
• Marjorie Weaver as Rita Rogers
• Jonathan Hale as J.C. Dithers
• Chick Chandler as Eddie Baxter
• Danny Mummert as Alvin Fuddle
• Maude Eburne as Magda
• Eddie Acuff as Mailman
• Eula Morgan as Laura Meredith