Robert Benchley is the film's live-action central figure, a procrastinating writer who reluctantly travels to the studio to sell the rights to his story. He explores the animation departments, becomes involved in the studio's demonstrations, and is finally shown the completed adaptation before returning home with his wife.
Martin Cortland is the womanizing owner of a New York theater and the source of the bracelet deception that drives the romantic conflict. He tries to win Sheila Winthrop, falsely blames Robert Curtis for the bracelet, and causes the engagement rumor. Later, he brings a morale show to camp and eventually admits the entire scheme to Sheila.
Philip Harriman is Joan Manion's publisher and employer. He keeps her nearby because he hopes to persuade her to marry him, but his courtship fails. After discovering Fred Burton's identity, Phil protects the secret, helps bring Joan to the airport, and indirectly reunites the couple.
Susan's former employer at the Revigora System who harassed her, causing her to quit. Later appears as a guest at the school dance, recognizes Susan, and inadvertently exposes her true identity to Pamela.
Academy Award winner Robert Benchley, introduces the film and explains plot elements.
Marion's fiancé Perry's father, referred to as Parker, Sr., is described as an exterminator king who once suggested that the Floogles were too lowbrow for his son. After Fred becomes an apparent heir, he demands that Marion stop seeing Perry, but Eve persuades him to make amends with Parker before their financial troubles come to light.
Eddie is Luke's associate and helps him interfere in Jane's relationship with William. He joins Luke in tricking William into getting arrested, and later sits with Luke and Emma after the production has shut down. The plot presents him as part of Luke's efforts to win Jane back.
A Navy chaplain and uncle to Corliss who insists on officiating a proper wedding ceremony for Corliss and Dexter to replace the allegedly secret marriage.
Mary's lecherous boss, Hubbell tries to invite her to dinner, adding to the complications surrounding her growing relationship with Jack. He comes to the apartment with Elise, where Fritzie mistakes him for Jack and punches him. His unwanted advances make him an antagonist to Mary's interests.
Puddle manages the Merchants Hotel and worries about a newspaper article criticizing its convention hostesses, Hope and Faith. When Hope persuades him to give the body to Tommy, they bring it into a room full of policemen and are taken into custody. He later joins Hope and Faith in spanking Charity.
Peter's publisher, Martin promotes the supposed Lupari adventure book and earns strong advance interest through publicity. After Sheila reveals that Peter's account is a hoax, Martin cancels the book; he later makes a deal with Peter and Orrin for a new account of the headhunter's life with the Winthrop family. He flees when the real headhunter appears.
Van Horn is Stephen's lawyer and longtime friend. He proposes that Stephen marry and transfer his assets to his new wife to evade the threatened injunction. When Stephen and Kendal must share a home without arousing suspicion, Van Horn reluctantly acts as their chaperon and rooms with Stephen.
Robert Benchley has 144 screen credits in a career dating back to 1924. Their work spans 8 cinematic universes — most prominently That's Entertainment Collection with 1 titles. Signature works include The Reluctant Dragon, How to Be a Detective, Boogie Woogie. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
Universe traveler — spans 8 universes
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