Trivia

• Tom Bähler was originally approached to write the film's songs, before the decision was made to hire Barry Mann and Cynthia Weil.

Goofs

• Although Thomas A. Edison invented the phonograph in 1877, it did not become available for home use until 1896 (10 years after this story took place). In fact the Edison Phonograph Company was not formed until 1887.

Quotes

• • Gussie Mausheimer: Release the secret weapon.