My Man Godfrey: Forgotten Men and Manhattan Madcaps - Lux Redux: Hollywood's Timeless Theater

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In this sparkling episode of Lux Radio Theatre, “My Man Godfrey: Forgotten Men and Manhattan Madcaps,” Hollywood legends William Powell and Carole Lombard lead an all-star cast through a whirlwind of wit, romance, and social satire. When the eccentric Bullock family plucks a mysterious “forgotten man” from a city dump to win a high-society scavenger hunt, they never expect their new butler, Godfrey, to turn their world upside down—or to capture their hearts in the process. Adapted from Eric Hatch’s beloved screwball comedy, this rollicking tale dives beneath the glitter of Manhattan’s elite to reveal the true meaning of kindness, purpose, and love. With plenty of wisecracks, misadventures, and poignant moments, “My Man Godfrey” delivers laughter and warmth from its opening lines to its fairy-tale ending. Cast Members: William Powell, Carole Lombard, Gail Patrick, Mischa Auer, David Niven, Louis Silvers, Cecil B. DeMille Special Guests: Madeline Fields (Carol Lombard’s friend and business manager), Eric Hatch (author of the original story) Aired: May 9, 1938

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Experience the glitz and glamour of Hollywood's Golden Age with "Lux Redux: Hollywood's Timeless Theater." This podcast brings you pristine rebroadcasts of the legendary Lux Radio Theater, the crown jewel of old-time radio drama. Each week, step back in time to hear Hollywood's biggest stars perform adaptations of their greatest films, exactly as audiences did decades ago. From Bogart and Bacall to Gable and Garbo, "Lux Redux" showcases the voices that shaped cinema history in their most captivating radio performances. Hosted by the incomparable Cecil B. DeMille and other Hollywood luminaries, each episode is a time capsule of entertainment, offering:Star-studded casts performing adaptations of classic filmsBehind-the-scenes insights into Hollywood's Golden AgeThe unique blend of storytelling and advertising that defined the eraWhether you're a classic film buff, a radio drama enthusiast, or simply curious about the entertainment of yesteryear, "Lux Redux" offers an authentic journey i...