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This is a compilation of 3 films featuring James Gagney:

Something to Sing About (1937) is a musical comedy starring James Cagney as a New York bandleader who rises to fame in Hollywood but resists the pressures of stardom. The film also features William Frawley, Evelyn Daw, and Mona Barrie. Directed by Victor Schertzinger, this black-and-white classic showcases Cagney’s versatility beyond gangster roles.

Great Guy (1937) is a crime drama featuring James Cagney as an ex-prizefighter turned chief inspector for the Department of Weights and Measures. Determined to root out corruption, he takes on powerful forces in a city filled with graft. Directed by John G. Blystone, this black-and-white film highlights Cagney’s signature tough-guy persona.

The Time of Your Life (1948) is a character-driven drama set in a San Francisco saloon, where an eclectic group of patrons navigate life’s ups and downs. James Cagney stars alongside Wayne Morris, Broderick Crawford, and Jeanne Cagney in this adaptation of William Saroyan’s Pulitzer Prize-winning play. Directed by H.C. Potter, the film captures the heart and humor of its theatrical roots.