McGonigle's daughter Betty (Judith Allen) is also being pursued by Wally (Joe Morrison) who also dreams of the magic of the stage. Though the reality of the profession as portrayed here is somewhat less romantic. The film ends with a performance of The Drunkard including McGonigle's rather good juggling act - something Fields actually did when he was part of a small time vaudeville troupe early in his career. Some other aspects of the film follow his real life experiences in such a troupe.
A very good comedy centred on a number of set pieces (including a hilarious one with Fields and Baby LeRoy) and held together by Fields and his famous drawl. Nostalgia and heart elevates this comedy to a higher level.
