Off the Dole
Originally released in 1935. Off the Dole is a comedy/music film. directed by Arthur Mertz.
Starring George Formby, Dan Young, and Constance Shotter
Synopsis
Without a job, a young man is given the opportunity to run his ill uncle's private-detective agency. He finds himself mixed up with everything from an unfaithful husband who is a secret nudist to a schoolteacher who believes his pupil's father is beating him.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 1, 1935
90 years ago
User Rating
6.5/10
Good (3 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Top Cast
George Formby
as John Willie
Dan Young
as The Inimitable Dude Comedian
Constance Shotter
as Sweet and Dainty
Clifford McLaglen
as A Villain And Proud Of It
Beryl Formby
as Grace, Charm, and Ability
Tully Comber
as Measured For His Part
Wally Patch
as Revels In His Part
Stan Pell
as The Most Inoffensive Parson
Stan Little
as Little Jack
Jimmy Plant
as Crisp and Debonair
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Mancunian Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Off the Dole about?
Without a job, a young man is given the opportunity to run his ill uncle's private-detective agency. He finds himself mixed up with everything from an unfaithful husband who is a secret nudist to a...
Who directed Off the Dole?
Off the Dole was directed by Arthur Mertz.
When was Off the Dole released?
Off the Dole was released on June 1, 1935 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Off the Dole?
The main cast of Off the Dole includes George Formby, Dan Young, Constance Shotter, Clifford McLaglen, Beryl Formby.