Double or Nothing (1940): cast, story & where to watch
1940 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1940, Double or Nothing is a comedy and music film directed by Roy Mack, running about 18 minutes.
What it’s about. In this Broadway Brevities short, a stunt double is hit on the head and imagines himself in a series of movie scenes with doubles for various stars.
Who’s in it. Double or Nothing stars Lee Dixon as Bill, Ed Smalle as Himself - Cantina Chorus Leader, John Elliott as Cantina Baritone and Sara Berner as ZaSu Pitts Impersonator (uncredited), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Double or Nothing has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Double or Nothing page.
If you liked it. Fans of Double or Nothing tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Double or Nothing (1940)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Double or Nothing change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Double or Nothing worth watching?
- Double or Nothing holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Double or Nothing?
- Double or Nothing stars Lee Dixon, Ed Smalle, John Elliott, Sara Berner and Betty Dietrich.
- When was Double or Nothing released?
- Double or Nothing was released in 1940, with a runtime of about 18 minutes.