
2.9“They're the tip-tops in toe-taps!”/ January 3, 1941
Danny O'Neill and Hank Taylor are rival trumpeters with the Perennials, a college band, and both men are still attending college by failing their exams seven years in a row. In the midst of a performance, Danny spies Ellen Miller who ends up being made band manager. Both men compete for her affections while trying to get the other one fired.
“They're the tip-tops in toe-taps!”

Danny O'Neill

Ellen Miller

Artie Shaw

Mr. Chisholm

Curated based on cinematic style, tone, and audience acclaim
Hank Taylor

Stu

Mr. Dunn

Clerk

Secretary

Receptionist

Scrubwoman

Shaw's First Manager (uncredited)