In the midst of the Great Depression, New York City's elitists are trying to outdo each other in a lavish scavenger hunt. The wealthy sisters Cornelia (Gail Patrick) and Irene (Carole Lombard) arrive at a popular dump by the river to pick up a winning "item" -- a "forgotten man" (William Powell). However, after a rather unpleasant exchange with Cornelia the precious "item" rejects her generous offer to participate in the event, and instead agrees to accompany Irene. The two then head back to the committee at the Ritz where he instantly becomes the main attraction, overshadowing even a visibly overwhelmed goat on a leash.
Irene is so drawn to Godfrey that she offers him a job as their family butler, which he accepts, much to the scorn of Cornelia who promises to make his life hell. However, he makes an exceptionally good butler and the rest of the family warm to him and keep him on. Irene falls madly in love with him too, although Godfrey keeps her at arms length as best he can. As the film moves on, we realise there’s more to Godfrey than meets the eye and it seems he has something planned for the Bullock family.
Director: Gregory La Cava
Cast: William Powell, Carole Lombard, Alice Brady
Country: USA
Genre: Comedy, Drama, Romance
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