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Forever 39 The Jack Benny Story

Forever "39" tells the story of one of the most prolific comedians of the 20th century, Jack Benny.

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Forever 39 The Jack Benny Story

Forever 39 The Jack Benny Story

Forever 39 The Jack Benny Story

Forever 39 The Jack Benny Story

Forever 39 The Jack Benny Story

Forever "39" tells the story of one of the most prolific comedians of the 20th century, Jack Benny.

Forever "39" tells the story of one of the most prolific comedians of the 20th century, Jack Benny.

Forever "39" tells the story of one of the most prolific comedians of the 20th century, Jack Benny.

Forever "39" tells the story of one of the most prolific comedians of the 20th century, Jack Benny.

Garrett Harrington
Garrett Harrington
Garrett Harrington
Garrett Harrington
1 Campaign |
Hollywood, United States
$1,281 USD 6 backers
1% of $75,000 Flexible Goal Flexible Goal
Overview
Jack Benny lived an amazing life and had an amazing career. While he himself never looked back at his past, I want to take a look back and share the story of a comedy legend, along with his radio and television cast.

 

My story:

 

 I first heard a cassette tape of The Jack Benny radio show back in 1990. I was 6 years old at the time and my father regaled me with stories of growing up in rural Vermont in the early 1950's before having a Television set. He told me how Sunday nights at 7, everything stopped for Jack Benny. They tuned in to catch up on Phil's mischief, Dennis's mishaps, Mel Blanc's funny voices, Frank Nelson's antics, Mary's line flubs, Rochester's wit and whether or not Jack would finally admit to being 40. While I didn't understand all the references, I knew what I was listening to was "funny!" The first episode I heard was from 1946 when Dennis Day returned from the Navy, which 27 years later is still one of my favorites. Since my first introduction, I've spent my life doing what I could to keep the memory of Jack and his cast alive. Whether it's reminding an older generation of the familiar voices they grew up with, the baby boomers of the comedian they watched with their parents or introducing a new generation and showing them that comedy, especially Jack's is timeless.

 

I've always wanted to make documentaries and tell people's stories and for the better part of 20 years, I've wanted to tell the definitive story about not only Jack Benny but his cast as well. While this project is the story of Jack Benny, it will also include for the first time ever, a retrospective of the radio & television show, through the eyes of some of the cast's children, along with never before seen photos and home movies.

 

Why I need your support:

 

While Jack may have been "cheap," production costs and licensing fees  aren't. The money raised with this campaign will be used solely for covering those expenses.

                                                                   

 

Why does this need to be made?

While there are books about Jack and past tv specials celebrating his life, there's never been a full narrative of his life and career produced as a documentary. This documentary will cover Jack's early days in Waukegan, his journey into Vaudeville, his rise to fame in Hollywood and beyond. 

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The Maxwell

$1 USD
Each and every dollar gets me closer to telling the story of whom I consider, the greatest comedian of the 20th century.
Included Items
  • Thank You Email
Estimated Shipping
October 2017
1 claimed

The Sportsmen Quartet

$4 USD
"Hmmm..." Along with my thanks, you'll receive 4 digital production stills.
Included Items
  • Production Stills
  • Thank You Email
0 claimed

The "39" Club

$39 USD
For $39, You'll receive a special postcard and souvenir from the hometown of Jack, Waukegan, IL. In addition, you'll also receive digital production stills.
Included Items
  • Production Stills
  • Postcard from Waukegan
  • Thank You Email
  • Souvenir From Waukegan
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Don Wilson

$50 USD
For $50, you'll receive a digital download of the documentary along with a postcard from Waukegan. And remember friends, digital downloads are not rationed.
Included Items
  • Digital Download
1 claimed

Frank Nelson

$75 USD
Pardon me, are you a dvd? No, I'm a silly looking record with a mustache. Do you have both DVD's and Blu-ray's? Ohhhhh Do I! For $75, you'll receive your choice of either a DVD or Blu-ray, along with a postcard from Waukegan and digital production stills.
Included Items
  • Production Stills
  • Postcard from Waukegan
  • DVD or BLU-RAY
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Mel Blanc

$100 USD
Whether you're a polar bear, a parrot, a maxwell or a disgruntled violin teacher, you can have your name in the credits. For $100, you'll receive your name in a "special thanks" section of the credits along with a digital download of the documentary.
Included Items
  • Digital Download
  • DVD or BLU-RAY
  • Special Thanks in The Credits
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Phil Harris

$150 USD
"Lay it on me Jackson, what will I receive for $150?" For $150, you'll receive access to an exclusive behind the scenes video of production. You'll also receive your choice of a DVD or digital download of the documentary.
Included Items
  • Digital Download
  • DVD or BLU-RAY
  • Behind The Scenes Video
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Dennis Day

$200 USD
Now stop that silly talk Dennis, how can anything be worth $200? For $200, you'll receive not only the above mentioned perks but you'll also be entered into a drawing for 10 items from the director's personal Jack Benny collection. These range from scripts, props and signed photos. The winners will be contacted at the conclusion of the campaign.
Included Items
  • Digital Download
  • DVD or BLU-RAY
  • Behind The Scenes Video
  • Auction Items
1 claimed

Mary Livingston

$250 USD
While I can't send you a "Chiss Sweese" sandwich , myself and the cast can give our sincere thanks. For $250 you'll receive an exclusive Thank you Video from the director and cast, along with a dvd or digital download of the documentary.
Included Items
  • Digital Download
  • DVD or BLU-RAY
  • Exclusive Thank You Video
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Rochester

$300 USD
I know what they'll get for $300 and you know what they'll get but tell the people, telllllll the people! Have you ever wanted to tell you friends that you helped produce a movie? For $300, you'll receive your name in the credits as Associate Producer. You'll also receive the above mentioned perks.
Included Items
  • Digital Download
  • DVD or BLU-RAY
  • Behind The Scenes Video
  • Exclusive Thank You Video
  • Associate Producer Credit
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Jack Benny

$400 USD
Now cut that out! For Jack, the only thing worse that turning 40, was having to spend $400 which he wouldn't discuss at all. For $400 you'll receive an autographed picture of Jack and his daughter Joan, autographed by Joan. You'll also receive all the above mentioned perks.
Included Items
  • Digital Download
  • DVD or BLU-RAY
  • Behind The Scenes Video
  • Autographed Picture
  • Exclusive Thank You Video
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Why I love Jack Benny

$1,000 USD
While its been 72 years since the "Why I can't stand Jack Benny" contest ended, its time to tell the world why you love him. For $1000 I'll feature you in your own vignette telling stories and sharing memories about why you love Jack and his cast. This will be featured in the extras section of the DVD and a separate digital download.
Included Items
  • Digital Download
  • DVD or BLU-RAY
  • Behind The Scenes Video
  • Autographed Picture
  • Exclusive Thank You Video
  • Featured In The Documentary
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Jack Benny's Vault

$5,000 USD
Halt who goes there friend or foe? It's okay Ed, their friends of mine. If Carmichael, the alligators, numerous booby traps or Ed's trigger finger didn't stop you, you've made it to the vault. For $5000 You'll receive "credit" as executive producer, tickets to the premier and Q&A with the cast (TBD) and director. Travel and hotel not provided.
Included Items
  • Production Stills
  • Postcard from Waukegan
  • Digital Download
  • DVD or BLU-RAY
  • Behind The Scenes Video
  • Autographed Picture
  • Exclusive Thank You Video
  • Auction Items
  • Executive Producer Credit
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