
Double or Nothing
Seen it?1937 | 91 min | Comedy, Romance
Why it’s a Monday Morning Maybe
With almost no lasting buzz and soft box office, 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
- Right up the alley of music lovers and anyone in the mood for a love story. The music is woven into the story, not just laid on top. Shelve it next to High Society or Guys and Dolls.
- The mood
- Light and funny, romantic.
- The pace
- Zips along, at 1 hr 31 min.
- What might put you off
- Made in 1937: an older pace and style.
- Skip it if you're after something serious tonight.
A philanthropist's will dictates that four people receive $5,000 apiece, with the stipulation that the first one who can double the amount -- without dishonesty-- will win a cool million. Hindering the four are the avaricious relatives of the late millionaire.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsNot counted
Not enough reviews on record yet
- AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
- AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
- Box office & staying powerBelow par
$5K worldwide; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactWeak
About 2K people sought it out in the past year
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Cast & crew
Directed by Theodore Reed
- Bing Crosby'Lefty' Boylan
- Martha RayeLiza Lou Lane
- Andy DevineHalf Pint
- Mary CarlisleVicki Clark
- William FrawleyJohn Pederson
- Samuel S. HindsJonathan Clark
- Fay HoldenMartha Sewell Clark
- William HenryEgbert Clark
- Bert HanlonNick Praxitales
- Gilbert EmeryMr. Mitchell