A lively comedy which more than successfully makes the transition from Broadway stage play to the screen, thanks to the talents of director LeRoy and star McHugh. The film follows the exploits of McHugh, a writer of greeting cards, who is referred to throughout as "Oiwin," a bastardization
of his real name, Erwin. It is soon discovered that McHugh has a remarkable talent for predicting the outcomes of horse races. Bettors Levene, Hart, and Kennedy are quite aware of the financial reward that McHugh's talents offer, and before long the thoroughbred prophet is abducted and forced to
pick the winners. While he is holed up in a hotel room, his cranky boss, Kibbee, desp...
Released:
1936
Rated:
NR
Length:
88 mins