The 42nd Street Special

The 42nd Street Special documents a rare event in film history. As part of a promotional campaign for the film 42nd Street, Warner Bros. created a 7-car train adorned in gold and silver plating. This train, known as "The 42nd Street Special," traveled through more than 100 cities, culminating in Washington, D.C. for the inauguration of Franklin D. Roosevelt in March 1933.

The film features notable Warner Bros. contract stars such as Bette Davis, Leo Carrillo, and Preston Foster, who were passengers on the train. It includes footage from the send-off event at Los Angeles' Santa Fe Station, where various individuals, including performers and studio executives, addressed the gathered crowd. This documentary not only showcases the stars of the era but also captures the spirit of a significant moment in American history and cinema.