On the Air (1939)

On the Air

1939

Music

Synopsis

The setting is a radio broadcast with the bands of Leith Stevens and Bobby Hackett, the vocals by Nan Wynn and a speciality bit by Leslie Lieber playing a toy whistle. Future-and-long-time-voice of the New York Yankees baseball team, Mel Allen (as Melvin Allen), served as the announcer.

Credits

Director

Lloyd French

Cast

Bobby Hackett as Self / Bobby Hackett

Leith Stevens as Self / Bandleader

Leslie Lieber as Self / Pennywhistle Player

Mel Allen as Self / Radio Program Announcer

Nan Wynn as Self / Singer