Ladies of Washington

Set in wartime Washington, the film looks into the working conditions and intrigue of women employed by the government. Anthony Quinn debuts in his first starring role.

Also known as LADIES IN WASHINGTON, this 61-minute quickie utilizes the services of several 20th Century-Fox contractees. Set in the nation's capital, the film delves into the living and working conditions of the girls employed in wartime government jobs. Jerry (Sheila Ryan), a Washington secretary, is in the doldrums because of an unhappy affair with her married employer. Michael (Anthony Quinn), a secret agent for the enemy, uses Jerry to get information on her boss. All of this has an adverse effect on Jerry's roommates, especially her best friend Carol. The whole mess ends in a bloody gun battle, exacting a heavy toll on both the innocent and the guilty. Halfway down the cast list of LADIES OF WASHINGTON is former Miss America Jo-Carroll Dennison, who later became the wife of comedian Phil Silvers.