Look Who's Laughing
Look Who's Laughing

Look Who's Laughing

1941Movie79 minEnglish

Fibber McGee enlists the help of Edgar Bergen and Charlie McCarthy in enticing an aircraft manufacturer to build a factory in the small town of Wistful Vista. Based on the "Fibber McGee and Molly" radio series

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IMDb6.3/10
Director: Allan DwanGenres: Comedy, Musical

Plot Summary

The film centers on the radio personalities Fibber McGee and Molly, who are invited to a lodge convention in Estes Park, Colorado. Upon arriving, they discover that their host, a wealthy old friend, has passed away and left his fortune to a mysterious stranger. To find the heir and prevent the fortune from falling into the wrong hands, Fibber and Molly, along with other famous radio stars, embark on a series of comedic misadventures and musical numbers.

Critical Reception

Upon its release, "Look Who's Laughing" was generally viewed as a lighthearted comedy that capitalized on the immense popularity of its radio stars. Critics noted its predictable plot but praised the comedic performances and musical interludes, suggesting it was primarily aimed at pleasing the existing fan bases of the featured personalities. Audience reception was likely positive, given the broad appeal of the radio shows it represented.

What Reviewers Say

  • A star-studded showcase for popular radio personalities.
  • Offers a pleasant if formulaic comedic experience.
  • The musical numbers provide enjoyable diversions.

Google audience: Audience reception data for "Look Who's Laughing" from Google reviews is not readily available. However, based on its contemporary performance and the popularity of its stars, it's understood to have been a crowd-pleasing film for its target demographic.

Fun Fact

The film famously brought together several of the biggest radio stars of the era, including Fibber McGee and Molly, Jack Benny, and Edgar Bergen with Charlie McCarthy, allowing fans to see their favorite audio personalities in a visual medium.

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