Won Ton Ton: The Dog Who Saved Hollywood is a comedy film that was released in 1976. The movie is set in the 1920s and follows the story of Estie Del Ruth (Madeline Kahn), a would-be filmmaker and actress who dreams of making it big in Hollywood.
Estie teams up with her friend, a struggling screenwriter named Rudy Montague (Bruce Dern), to create a film that will make her a star. Along the way, they meet Won Ton Ton, a lovable German Shepherd who performs impressive tricks.
One day, Won Ton Ton is discovered by a studio bus driver who sees the dog's talents and suggests that he be cast in a movie. Soon, Won Ton Ton becomes a sensation, and Estie and Rudy use his fame to their advantage.
However, the pair soon finds themselves in trouble when they cross paths with the ruthless studio boss K. C. Gordon (Art Carney), who is determined to make them pay for their audacity.
The film is filled with cameos from famous Hollywood stars of the time, including Milton Berle, Joan Blondell, and Cyd Charisse. It's a hilarious romp through 1920s Hollywood that celebrates the golden age of movies and the amazing animals that made them possible.