The Big Broadcast of 1936
“A musical meteor of songs, comedy and romance!”
Synopsis
Two-bit radio station owner Spud Miller doubles as the station's sole announcer. On the verge of bankruptcy, Spud is receptive to the wacky notions of George and Gracie, who've just invented a television device that can pick up and transmit any signal, any time, anywhere.
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Top Cast
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Jack Oakie
Spud Miller
George Burns
George
Gracie Allen
Gracie
Lyda Roberti
Countess Ysobel de Naigila
Wendy Barrie
Sue
Henry Wadsworth
Smiley Goodwin
C. Henry Gordon
Gordoni
Benny Baker
Herman
Bing Crosby
Bing
Ethel Merman
Ethel Merman
Mary Boland
Mrs. Sealingsworth
Charles Ruggles
Wilbur Sealingsworth
David Holt
Brother
Virginia Weidler
Little Girl in Hospital
Guy Standing
Doctor
Gail Patrick
Nurse
Bill Robinson
Specialty
Ray Noble
Band Leader
Release History & Theatrical Window
September 20, 1935
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Norman Taurog
- Screenplay & Story
- Walter DeLeon, Francis Martin, Ralph Spence
- Original Score
- John Leipold
- Original Title
- The Big Broadcast of 1936
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
- Production Studios
- Paramount Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Norman Taurog
Walter DeLeon, Francis Martin, Ralph Spence
John Leipold
Leo Tover
Ellsworth Hoagland
Henry Herzbrun, Benjamin Glazer
Department Leadership Roster
Norman Taurog
Director
Walter DeLeon
Screenplay
Francis Martin
Screenplay
Ralph Spence
Screenplay
Leo Tover
Director of Photography
Benjamin Glazer
Producer
John Leipold
Original Music Composer
Ellsworth Hoagland
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Big Broadcast of 1936
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Big Broadcast of 1936 about?
Two-bit radio station owner Spud Miller doubles as the station's sole announcer. On the verge of bankruptcy, Spud is receptive to the wacky notions of George and Gracie, who've just invented a television device that can pick up and transmit any signal, any time, anywhere.
Who directed The Big Broadcast of 1936?
The Big Broadcast of 1936 was directed by Norman Taurog.
Who stars in The Big Broadcast of 1936?
The principal cast of The Big Broadcast of 1936 includes Jack Oakie, George Burns, Gracie Allen, Lyda Roberti, Wendy Barrie.
When was The Big Broadcast of 1936 released and how long is it?
The Big Broadcast of 1936 was released in 1935 with a total runtime of 1h 38m.
Who composed the musical score for The Big Broadcast of 1936?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Big Broadcast of 1936 was composed by John Leipold.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Big Broadcast of 1936?
The Big Broadcast of 1936 holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).