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Here Comes the Groom
Piccolo player Mike Scanlon loses his girl due to his unexciting lifestyle, so he decides to commit a robbery to gain notoriety. But the robbery goes awry and Mike finds himself on the run from the police, pretending to be a famous singer whose gimmick is wearing a mask in public.
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Plot Summary
Peter "Pete" Woods, a struggling small-town bank teller, is engaged to marry the lovely Dorothy. However, his plans are complicated by the arrival of his wealthy aunt's will, which stipulates that he must be married within a week to inherit her fortune. This inheritance is desperately needed to save his family's struggling business. Pete's situation becomes even more dire when his fiancée's father objects to the marriage, leading Pete to concoct a scheme to find a temporary bride.
Critical Reception
This film was a modest comedy of errors that utilized the popular trope of a forced marriage for inheritance. While not a critical darling, it provided light entertainment for its time, with audiences generally enjoying the comedic performance of Jack Haley.
What Reviewers Say
A lighthearted romantic comedy with a predictable plot.
Jack Haley provides a likable central performance.
The film relies on familiar comedic situations for its humor.
Google audience: Audience reception data for this film is not readily available.
Fun Fact
This film marked one of Jack Haley's early starring roles before his iconic performance as the Tin Man in 'The Wizard of Oz' (1939).
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