Knocking on Wood

A struggling inventor comes up with a brilliant idea for a new musical. With the help of a kind orphanage matron, he manages to stage his show, facing numerous obstacles and romantic entanglements along the way. Ultimately, his talent and perseverance lead to success on the Broadway stage.

Knocking on Wood was a moderately successful film upon its release, praised for its energetic musical numbers and Eddie Cantor's comedic performance. While not a critical masterpiece, it provided enjoyable entertainment for audiences of the era, blending popular musical elements with a lighthearted comedic narrative.

• Eddie Cantor's signature vaudeville humor and song-and-dance routines are the main draws.

• The plot is formulaic but serves as a pleasant vehicle for the musical numbers.

• A charming, if somewhat dated, example of a 1930s musical comedy.

Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews from the time of release is not readily available, but the film was generally considered a light and entertaining musical comedy.

The film features a sequence where Eddie Cantor performs a song while riding an ostrich, a memorable and unusual visual gag characteristic of his performances.