People Are Funny (January 11, 1946)
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Released on January 11, 1946: A fictionalized story of how the famous "People Are Funny" radio show was created, using audience members as the stars of the show.
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Directed by Sam White
Written by David Lang, Maxwell Shane, Dorcas Cochran and John Guedel. The Actors: Jack Haley (Pinky Wilson), Helen Walker (Corey Sullivan), Rudy Vallee (Ormsby Jamison), Ozzie Nelson (Leroy Brinker), Phillip Reed (John Guedel), Bob Graham (Luke), Roy Atwell (Mr. Pippensigal), Barbara Roche (Aimee), Clara Blandick (Grandma Wilson), Art Linkletter (himeself, Art Linkletter), Frances Langford (herself, guest), William 'Billy' Benedict (NBC usher), Ann Jenkins (boogie woogie piano player), The Vagabonds (musicians), Wheaton Chambers (program participant), Joe DeRita (Mr. Hinkley), Casey Johnson (contestant), Lillian Molieri (Hey Jose singer), Byron Foulger (Mr. Button, Rudy Vallee's assistant). |