In the enchanting city of Venice, a master thief named Gaston Monescu, portrayed by Herbert Marshall, finds himself in a web of romance and crime. Disguised as a baron, Gaston crosses paths with Lily, a cunning pickpocket played by Miriam Hopkins, who is masquerading as a countess. Their instant attraction leads them to join forces, setting the stage for a thrilling adventure that takes them from Venice to Paris.
Upon arriving in Paris, Gaston executes a daring theft, snatching a diamond-encrusted purse valued at 125,000 francs from the elegant Madame Mariette Colet, portrayed by Kay Francis. Madame Colet, the owner of the renowned perfume manufacturer Colet and Co., is devastated by the loss. In a twist of fate, she offers a substantial reward for the purse’s return, and Gaston seizes the opportunity to claim it under the alias of Lavalle.
While claiming the reward, Gaston employs his charm to win over Mariette, confessing his financial struggles. Impressed by his charisma, Mariette hires him as her private secretary. Gaston cleverly arranges for Lily to work in Mariette’s office, solidifying their partnership in crime. However, their plans are complicated by the suspicions of Mariette’s board of directors, particularly Monsieur Adolph J. Giron, played by C. Aubrey Smith, who is wary of Gaston’s true intentions.
As Gaston ingratiates himself with Mariette, he learns of her private safe and persuades her to store a significant amount of money there, including half of her upcoming dividend installment. Mariette begins to develop feelings for Gaston, complicating his relationship with Lily. Meanwhile, Mariette is pursued by two suitors: the Major, played by Charles Ruggles, and François Filiba, portrayed by Edward Everett Horton. François, who was previously robbed by Gaston in Venice, begins to suspect that he has seen Gaston before.
Fearing exposure, Gaston and Lily decide to flee that very night with the contents of the safe, rather than wait for the dividend. However, Mariette receives an invitation to a dinner party hosted by the Major, leaving her torn between attending the event or spending the night with Gaston. Ultimately, she chooses to go, but not before Lily senses Gaston’s growing affection for Mariette and contemplates abandoning their plan.
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At the dinner party, the Major inadvertently reveals that he once mistook Gaston for a doctor, prompting François to recall the robbery in Venice. He informs Mariette about Gaston’s true identity, but she refuses to believe the accusations. Meanwhile, Lily, feeling betrayed, decides to rob the safe after confronting Gaston about his feelings for Mariette.
Upon returning home, Mariette playfully questions Gaston, who admits that the safe has been emptied but claims he took the cash. He also accuses Monsieur Giron of embezzling millions from the company over the years. The tension escalates when Lily confronts both Mariette and Gaston, revealing that she was the one who stole the money from the safe. Initially, she claims she doesn’t want the money, but then suggests she might as well take it in exchange for Gaston, before storming off.
Gaston chases after Lily but returns to bid farewell to Mariette. He acknowledges that while their romance could be extraordinary, it would ultimately lead to their arrest. As he departs, Gaston reveals that he has taken Mariette’s pearl necklace, which he describes as a gift to Lily, leaving her with a smile. In a twist of irony, as Gaston and Lily share a taxi, he reaches for his present, only to discover that Lily has pickpocketed it from him.
Initially triumphant, Lily soon realizes that Gaston has outsmarted her by stealing the money she had taken. This moment echoes their first encounter, where they became partners in crime. As the taxi rolls away, Lily embraces Gaston in delight, sealing their bond in a world filled with trouble and romance.
Trouble in Paradise Full Movie is a captivating blend of romance, deception, and thrilling escapades. The chemistry between Gaston and Lily, along with the intricate plot twists, makes this film a must-watch. Don’t miss the chance to experience this classic tale of love and crime—watch Trouble in Paradise Full Movie today!