Jack Benny, a master showman, knew the value of big-name guest stars; but he also knew they needed a device, a "hook." This episode is a very funny one about regular guys getting together to play some music. The fact that the guys were famous movie stars of the day makes the hook that they are just regular guys work, and work well. The set, Jack's living room, also shows the very high production standards of the show, with camouflaged soda and candy machines, strong allusions to Jack's fabled stinginess. And, I don't know if these guys played those instruments, or not (well, I know Jack played the violin); but it surely seems like they all did!
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When tv was truly entertaining and great!
peachy-keen-645-92340723 March 2023
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This is one of the FUNNIEST episodes of the Jack Benny Show! Famous actors from back in the day playing instruments with Jack. Kirk Douglas was hilarious in wanting to play his special ditty instead of the tune Jack picked out for all. The hidden vending machines throughout Jack's living room made the skit that much more humorous! Rochester is always a joy - a true comic with great timing and delivery! So many of today's TV shows are so lacking in humor and talent. I'm thankful that old shows like Jack Benny's are being rerun today! So many technical advancements have been made in TV viewing, but the old black&white shows from back in the day can't be beat!
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