May 24, 1941 –
The Merrie Melodies short, Hollywood Steps Out, directed by Tex Avery, debuted on this date.
The ending scene where Clark Gable finally caught the blonde girl whom he had continually followed was originally longer. When Gable attempted to kiss the “girl” only to realize it was Groucho Marx in drag, he then looked at the camera saying, “I still want what’s coming to me, and I’m gonna get it!” and then proceeded with his kiss. In reality, Gable had seen the short and feared that this particular sequence would ruin his career, so, at his request, the ending scene was shortened for the Blue-Ribbon reissue and instead faded out after the reveal of Groucho.
The Haus of Dcaligari 