Elmer the Great: A Hayseed Hurler’s Triumph

Step up to the plate with Lux Radio Theater in “Elmer the Great: A Hayseed Hurler’s Triumph”, starring Joe E. Brown as Elmer Kane, the small-town baseball phenom with big-time ambitions, and June Travis as Nellie Poole, the steadfast woman who believes in him. Based on the play by Ring Lardner and George M. Cohan, this delightful baseball comedy captures the humor, heart, and drama of America’s pastime. Featuring standout performances and a heartwarming story of perseverance, this episode is a grand slam for sports and classic radio fans alike.

Cast: Joe E. Brown, June Travis, Cecil B. DeMille, Frank Nelson, Max Reinhardt, Carl Hubbell, Lou Gehrig, and Louis Silvers.