Champagne for Caesar (1950)

In the heart of the 1950's, we meet Beauregard Bottomley, an eccentric genius of a man who carries the weight of the world's knowledge in his brilliant mind, yet remains unemployed. His dry wit and encyclopedic intellect do him no favors in the traditional job market, especially when he crosses paths with the self-important Burnbridge Waters, the president of a prosperous soap company. When Bottomley's unique sense of humor leaves a sour taste in Waters' mouth during a job interview, an unexpected plan begins to unfurl. Fueled by a mix of amusement and defiance, Bottomley turns his attention to the soap company's popular quiz show, a spectacle where contestants parade in costumes representing their areas of expertise. With the audacity of a man with nothing to lose, he dons the garb of an encyclopedia, symbolizing his vast knowledge. Bottomley doesn't just want to participate; he wants to dominate. With every question he answers correctly, his cash prize doubles, inflating the stakes and the show's ratings simultaneously. As the weeks pass and the prize money balloons, the once-dismissive Waters begins to sweat, realizing that Bottomley's winning streak might just be the downfall of his $40 million empire. In a desperate bid to save his fortune, Waters brings the charming and intelligent Flame O’Neill into the picture, hoping she can unearth Bottomley’s Achilles heel. "Champagne for Caesar" tells the captivating tale of a battle of wits, where a man who knows everything takes on a quiz show that might cost everything. It's a high-stakes game wrapped in humor and intellect, where the potential reward is a staggering $40 million and the chance to topple a pompous tycoon. But can Bottomley keep his winning streak alive, or will the enchanting Flame O’Neill be the one to finally stump the seemingly unstoppable genius?

Champagne for Caesar is a comedy movie featuring Ronald Colman and directed by Richard Whorf.

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