Off the Dole (1935): Cast
Off the Dole is a 1935 music comedy directed by Arthur Mertz, starring Wally Patch as Revels In His Part, Howard Douglas and George Formby. It runs 1 hour 29 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 29m (89 min)
- Director
- Arthur Mertz
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Mancunian Films
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Off the Dole About?
The premise of Off the Dole without spoilers.
Unemployed, a young man is given the chance to run his ill uncle’s private‑detective agency. As he navigates the work, he becomes entangled in odd cases—from an unfaithful husband who secretly practices nudism to a schoolteacher who is certain a pupil’s father is abusive—forcing him to juggle eccentric clients and unexpected challenges.
Off the Dole Themes & Keywords
· 1 tag- three word title
Off the Dole Cast & Characters
Wally Patch leads the cast as Revels In His Part, with Howard Douglas as Music Shop Manager and George Formby as John Willie. Directed by Arthur Mertz; 14 actors are credited in all.
- Director Arthur Mertz
- Wally Patch as Revels In His Part
- Howard Douglas as Music Shop Manager
- George Formby as John Willie
- Clifford McLaglen as A Villain And Proud Of It
Also Starring in Off the Dole
· 10 more- Beryl Formby Grace, Charm, and Ability
- Stan Little Little Jack
- Dan Young The Inimitable Dude Comedian
- Constance Shotter Sweet and Dainty
- Tully Comber Measured For His Part
- Stan Pell The Most Inoffensive Parson
- Jimmy Plant Crisp and Debonair
- Arthur L. Ward Orchestra Leader
- Daisy Maynard John Willie's Mother
- Len Martin Eccentric Musician
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Off the Dole FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Off the Dole, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Off the Dole?
Off the Dole runs 1 hour 29 minutes (89 minutes).
When was Off the Dole released?
Off the Dole was released on June 1, 1935.
Who directed Off the Dole?
Off the Dole was directed by Arthur Mertz.
Who is in the cast of Off the Dole?
Off the Dole stars Wally Patch as Revels In His Part, Howard Douglas as Music Shop Manager and George Formby as John Willie, among 14 credited actors.
Does Off the Dole have a post-credit scene?
No. Off the Dole has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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