So You Want to Be a Gambler

In this comedic short, Joe McDoakes experiences the pitfalls of gambling.

Cast

George O'Hanlon

as Joe McDoakes

Art Gilmore

as Narrator (voice)

Douglas Fowley

as Honest John (uncredited)

Creighton Hale

as Blackjack Player (uncredited)

Lila Leeds

as Blonde at Dice Table (uncredited)

Paul Panzer

as Poker Player (uncredited)

Leo White

as Drug Store Manager (uncredited)

Clifton Young

as Homer (uncredited)

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