I Wanna Be a Life Guard

I Wanna Be a Life Guard

1936 · 6 min · ★ 7.0 · Animation, Comedy

Popeye applies for a lifeguard job when he sees Olive in the pool, but Bluto also wants the job (and Olive). The manager, Wimpy, asks them to demonstrate their skills in a contest. Popeye does well, until Bluto demonstrates lifesaving and first aid on him.

Directed by Dave Fleischer · Written by Joe Stultz

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Cast

Lou Fleischer Wimpy (voice) (uncredited)
Jack Mercer Popeye (voice) (uncredited)
Mae Questel Olive Oyl (voice) (uncredited)
Gus Wicke Bluto (voice) (uncredited)

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