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The Bank Dick (1940)

"Was His Face Red . . . And His Nose, Too ! when the bandits took the money . . . and the SAFE !"

6.519401h 12mEN
Comedy

Directed by Edward F. Cline

Rating

6.5/10

Runtime

1h 12m

Language

EN

Release

November 29, 1940

Director

Edward F. Cline

Official Trailer

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Overview

Egbert Sousé becomes an unexpected hero when a bank robber falls over a bench he's occupying. Now considered brave, Egbert is given a job as a bank guard. Soon, he is approached by charlatan J. Frothingham Waterbury about buying shares in a mining company. Egbert persuades teller Og Oggilby to lend ...

Cast

W.C. Fields

W.C. Fields

Egbert Sousé

Cora Witherspoon

Cora Witherspoon

Agatha Sousé

Una Merkel

Una Merkel

Myrtle Sousé

Evelyn Del Rio

Evelyn Del Rio

Elsie Mae Adele Brunch Sousé

Jessie Ralph

Jessie Ralph

Mrs. Hermisillo Brunch

Franklin Pangborn

Franklin Pangborn

J. Pinkerton Snoopington

Shemp Howard

Shemp Howard

Joe Guelpe

Dick Purcell

Dick Purcell

Mackley Q. Greene

Grady Sutton

Grady Sutton

Og Oggilby

Russell Hicks

Russell Hicks

J. Frothingham Waterbury

Pierre Watkin

Pierre Watkin

Mr. Skinner

Al Hill

Al Hill

Filthy McNasty aka Rupulsive Rogan

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Bank Dick (1940), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Egbert Sousé becomes an unexpected hero when a bank robber falls over a bench he's occupying. Now considered brave, Egbert is given a job as a bank guard. Soon, he is approached by charlatan J. Frothingham Waterbury about buying shares in a mining company. Egbert persuades teller Og Oggilby to lend him bank money, to be returned when the scheme pays off. Unfortunately, bank inspector Snoopington then makes a surprise appearance.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Bank Dick. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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