About this episode
Originally aired October 21, 1935, this riotous episode finds Fibber McGee caught up in legal trouble after a reckless traffic violation—and facing a courtroom packed wall-to-wall with McGees! In the zaniest of family reunions, every official present, from judge to bailiff to counsel, is a McGee. As Fibber is put on trial for “extreme individualism” and running a red light, he spins outlandish yarns involving South American adventures, motorcycle journeys, and elephants polished with Johnson’s Wax. With Molly by his side, Fibber’s courtroom defense becomes a masterclass in comedic confusion, interrupted by musical numbers and, of course, not-so-subtle nods to Johnson’s Wax. This classic episode showcases the golden-age charm of Fibber McGee & Molly, blending slapstick legal mayhem with their signature tall tales and domestic wit. The verdict? Comedy gold, fully remastered for modern listeners.
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