Jack Benny – Anthony Adverse, Part 2. 361018.

Jack brags to Don about his latest film, and the brilliant performance he gave in the Big Broadcast of 1937. Mary shares her opinion, and a few secrets about Jack’s true acting ability. Kenny arrives, and Jack nearly misses his line. Feeling low over the truth, Jack gets a boost when his dad phones in.

Phil plays, A Night in Manhattan. Phil jokes with Jackabout his film. After a recap of the drama from last week, Kenny sings, When Did You Leave Heaven.

After finding his claim to fortune, Anthony Adverse is a rubber plantation owner, but suddenly realizes the jungle life isn’t for him. Realizing he’s diing, Anthony is rescued by Jack Buck (famous animal hunter of the day) and sails back to Italy to reunite with his wife. The travels aren’t over when Anthony has to chase after his wife, the famous opera star in Paris. Applying plenty of pop culture spin on the spoof, Anthony has to win back the heart of Angela from her lover, Napoleon. If he can.