Thank You, Jeeves!
Thank You, Jeeves!

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Thank You, Jeeves!

1936
Movie
57 min
English

Jeeves tries to keep his young master out of trouble.

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IMDb6.3/10
Director: Arthur WoodGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

A wealthy young gentleman, Bertie Wooster, finds himself in a series of comedic mishaps when his uncle insists he marry a suitable young lady. Bertie's loyal valet, Jeeves, must constantly extricate him from awkward social situations and romantic entanglements. The film follows Bertie's attempts to avoid an unwanted engagement while navigating the complexities of London high society.

Critical Reception

The film was a lighthearted comedy that served as an early cinematic adaptation of P.G. Wodehouse's beloved characters. While not a critical sensation, it was generally seen as an amusing diversion with pleasant performances, particularly from Arthur Treacher as Jeeves.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its light comedic tone.

  • Arthur Treacher's portrayal of Jeeves was considered a highlight.

  • Seen as a charming, albeit simple, adaptation of Wodehouse's work.

Google audience: Audience reception is not widely documented for this early film, but it is generally appreciated by fans of P.G. Wodehouse for its gentle humor and classic characters.

Fun Fact

This film is one of the earliest screen adaptations of P.G. Wodehouse's characters, Bertie Wooster and Jeeves, predating many other well-known versions.

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CinemaSerf

Ok, Wodehouse purists will be forgiven for wondering what this is all about. After about two minutes, in which we are introduced to "Bertie Wooster" (David Niven) and his general factotum "Jeeves' (Arthur Treacher) the plot diverts from any...