
So You Want to Be a Gambler
Seen it?1948 | 11 min | Comedy
Why it’s a Monday Morning Maybe
With a box office flop and almost no lasting buzz, this one could be a tough watch. Keep your phone handy.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for anyone who wants a laugh.
- The mood
- Light and funny.
- The pace
- Breezy, at 11 min.
- What might put you off
- Made in 1948: an older pace and style.
In this comedic short, Joe McDoakes experiences the pitfalls of gambling.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsNot counted
Not enough reviews on record yet
- AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
- AwardsNot counted
Awards data unavailable, so this isn't counted
- Reach & staying powerWeak
Streaming release that reached a small audience so far
- Buzz & cultural impactWeak
Not enough engagement data yet
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Cast & crew
Directed by Richard L. Bare
- George O'HanlonJoe McDoakes
- Art GilmoreNarrator (voice)
- Douglas FowleyHonest John (uncredited)
- Creighton HaleBlackjack Player (uncredited)
- Lila LeedsBlonde at Dice Table (uncredited)
- Paul PanzerPoker Player (uncredited)
- Leo WhiteDrug Store Manager (uncredited)
- Clifton YoungHomer (uncredited)