The Life of Riley 132 Eps

(5 estrellas; 21 reseñas)

"The Life of Riley" stars William Bendix as the lovable, blundering Chester A. Riley, a character who became a staple of radio situation comedy during and after the wartime 40s. The show's immense popularity led to a feature film in 1949 and a television adaptation in the 1950s. In 1958, it even inspired a comic book series from Dell Comics.

Originally conceived as a proposed Groucho Marx radio series titled "The Flotsam Family," the show was reworked to feature Bendix as Riley, a wing riveter at the fictional Cunningham Aircraft plant in California. His famous catchphrase, "What a revoltin' development this is!" became iconic during the 1940s. The series also featured the beloved character Digby "Digger" O'Dell, the friendly undertaker, played by John Brown.

In television, Jackie Gleason initially starred as Riley, but Bendix took over the role for the subsequent seasons. William Bendix, who was also known for his role in 'The Babe Ruth Story,' left a lasting legacy in film, radio, and television.

This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.

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