"Three on a Match" is a 1932 American pre-Code film directed by Mervyn LeRoy. The story revolves around three childhood friends, Mary, Evelyn, and Joe, whose lives take different paths as they grow up. The film explores themes of love, betrayal, and the consequences of choices made in youth. The title refers to a superstition that lighting three cigarettes with the same match brings bad luck. As the plot unfolds, the characters face various challenges, including marriage, infidelity, and crime, ultimately leading to tragic outcomes. The film is notable for its portrayal of the darker side of human relationships.