"A Connecticut Yankee" is a musical comedy film released in 1931, directed by David Butler. It is based on the 1889 novel "A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court" by Mark Twain. The story follows a mechanic from Connecticut who is knocked unconscious and wakes up in the legendary days of King Arthur's court. With his modern knowledge and technology, he attempts to modernize Camelot, but encounters various challenges and obstacles along the way. The film stars Will Rogers, Maureen O'Sullivan, and Myrna Loy. It was one of the early adaptations of Twain's novel and remains a notable cinematic interpretation of the classic tale.
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