Dummy Ache (1936)
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.
Director: Leslie Goodwins
Genre: Comedy
Runtime: 18 min
Release Date: July 10, 1936
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)
Screenplay
- Charles E. Roberts (Screenplay)
- Leslie Goodwins (Screenplay)
Production: RKO Radio Pictures
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en
Keywords
marital discord, short film
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More Films in Genre: Comedy
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Dummy Ache about?
- 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.
- Who directed Dummy Ache?
- Dummy Ache was directed by Leslie Goodwins.
- Who stars in Dummy Ache?
- Dummy Ache stars Edgar Kennedy, Florence Lake, Jack Rice, Dot Farley, George J. Lewis, Lucille Ball.
- How long is Dummy Ache?
- Dummy Ache has a runtime of 18m (18 minutes).
- What genre is Dummy Ache?
- Dummy Ache is a Comedy film.
- Where was Dummy Ache produced?
- Dummy Ache was produced in United States of America.