description The Big Store Overview
The Big Store, released in 1941, features the Marx Brothers in a comedic narrative set within a large department store environment. Groucho Marx plays the role of private investigator Wolf J. Flywheel. The film was directed by Charles Reisner and marks one of their appearances together.
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info The Big Store Specifications
| Country | United States |
| Year | 1941 |
help The Big Store FAQ
Why is Wolf J. Flywheel hired in The Big Store?
Singer Tommy Rogers hires Flywheel as a bodyguard after inheriting an interest in the Phelps department store and becoming the target of manager Mr. Grover. Groucho's detective is assisted by Chico's Ravelli and Harpo's Wacky.
Is The Big Store the Marx Brothers movie with the department-store chase?
Yes. Much of the finale sends Groucho, Chico, and Harpo through the store using roller skates, elevators, counters, and merchandise as part of an extended chase.
What is The Tenement Symphony in The Big Store?
The Tenement Symphony is the film's large musical production number, performed by Tony Martin as Tommy Rogers. It reflects MGM's practice of combining Marx Brothers comedy with romance and elaborate musical interludes.
Was The Big Store the Marx Brothers' final film?
The 1941 release was promoted as a farewell and was their final movie for MGM. Groucho, Chico, and Harpo later reunited for A Night in Casablanca in 1946 and Love Happy in 1949.
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