The Quarterback

The Quarterback

Scores the first touchdown of the season!

1940 · 74 min · ★ 10.0 · Comedy

A comedy featuring Morris in a dual role as a dumb twin and a star football player, and a smart twin studying to become a college professor. They both are smitten with Kay Merrill as well. Of course, gamblers are also involved.

Directed by H. Bruce Humberstone · Written by Robert Pirosh

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