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That Inferior Feeling (1940): cast, story & where to watch

1940 · Film · ★ 5.4

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Released in 1940, That Inferior Feeling is a comedy film directed by Basil Wrangell, running about 9 minutes.

What it’s about. Joe Doakes, like most men, is unable to cope with personal emergencies or those in a position of authority (real or imagined).

Who’s in it. That Inferior Feeling stars Robert Benchley as Joseph H. 'Joe' Doakes, May Beatty as Cleaning Woman (uncredited), William Bailey as Bank Guard (uncredited) and Barbara Bedford as Bride (uncredited).

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, That Inferior Feeling has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch That Inferior Feeling page.

If you liked it. Fans of That Inferior Feeling tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch That Inferior Feeling (1940)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for That Inferior Feeling change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is That Inferior Feeling worth watching?
That Inferior Feeling holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in That Inferior Feeling?
That Inferior Feeling stars Robert Benchley, May Beatty, William Bailey and Barbara Bedford.
When was That Inferior Feeling released?
That Inferior Feeling was released in 1940, with a runtime of about 9 minutes.