So You Want to Be a Gambler

So You Want to Be a Gambler

1948 · 11 min · ★ 5.6 · Comedy

In this comedic short, Joe McDoakes experiences the pitfalls of gambling.

Directed by Richard L. Bare · Written by Richard L. Bare

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