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Dummy Ache(1936)
Status: Released
Date: 1936-07-10
55%
8 Votes
Time: 0h 18m
Overview:
Dummy Ache is a 1936 American short comedy film directed by Leslie Goodwins. An assuming husband, suspicious of his wife, follows her for the day. Misunderstandings, mishaps, and hijinks ensue. It was nominated for an Academy Award at the 9th Academy Awards in 1936 for Best Short Subject (Two-Reel). Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in partnership with Library of Congress. Motion Picture, Broadcasting, and Recorded Sound Division in 2013.
Languages: English.
Countries:
United States of America
ProductionCompanies: 
Movie: Dummy Ache
Top 9 Billed Cast
Edgar Kennedy
Edgar
Florence Lake
Florence
Jack Rice
Florence's Brother
Dot Farley
Florence's Mother
George J. Lewis
Actor
Lucille Ball
Actress
Harry Bowen
Cabbie
Billy Franey
Man with Pitchfork
Bobby Burns
(uncredited)
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Dummy Ache is a 1936 American short comedy film directed by Leslie Goodwins. An assuming husband, suspicious of his wife, follows her for the day. Misunderstandings, mishaps, and hijinks ensue. It was nominated for an Academy Award at the 9th Academy Awards in 1936 for Best Short Subject (Two-Reel). Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in partnership with Library of Congress. Motion Picture, Broadcasting, and Recorded Sound Division in 2013.
Release Date
1936-07-10
Average
5.5
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