Off the Dole (1935): cast, story & where to watch
1935 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 1935, Off the Dole is a notable film directed by Arthur Mertz.
What it’s about. Without a job, a young man is given the opportunity to run his ill uncle's private-detective agency. He finds himself mixed up with everything from an unfaithful husband who is a secret nudist to a schoolteacher who believes his pupil's father is beating him.
Who’s in it. Off the Dole stars George Formby as John Willie, Dan Young as The Inimitable Dude Comedian, Clifford McLaglen as A Villain And Proud Of It and Wally Patch as Revels In His Part.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Off the Dole has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Off the Dole page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Off the Dole (1935)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Off the Dole change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Off the Dole worth watching?
- Off the Dole holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Off the Dole?
- Off the Dole stars George Formby, Dan Young, Clifford McLaglen and Wally Patch.
- When was Off the Dole released?
- Off the Dole was released in 1935.