About this series
A series of films produced by Paramount Pictures in the 1930s as a showcase for the film and radio stars of the day.
All films — in order
1
The Big Broadcast
The top brass at a radio station believe their popular new star singer is paying more attention to his love life than to his career.
2
The Big Broadcast of 1936
Two-bit radio station owner Spud Miller doubles as the station's sole announcer. On the verge of bankruptcy, Spud is receptive to the wacky notions of George and Gracie, who've just invented a television device that can pick up and transmit any signal, any time, anywhere.
3
The Big Broadcast of 1937
The employees of a failing radio station must put on a huge ratings winner to have any chance of continued operation.
4
The Big Broadcast of 1938
The Bellows family causes comic confusion on an ocean liner, with time out for radio-style musical acts.
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