You Can't Cheat an Honest Man

February. 17,1939      NR
Rating:
6.9
Trailer Synopsis Cast

Fields plays "Larsen E. Whipsnade", the owner of a shady carnival that is constantly on the run from the law. Whipsnade is struggling to keep a step ahead of foreclosure, and clearly not paying his performers, including Bergen and McCarthy, who try to coax money out of him, or in McCarthy's case, steal some outright.

W.C. Fields as  Larson E. Whipsnade
Edgar Bergen as  The Great Edgar
Constance Moore as  Victoria Whipsnade
John Arledge as  Phineas Whipsnade
James Bush as  Roger Bel-Goodie
Thurston Hall as  Mr. Archibald Bel-Goodie
Mary Forbes as  Mrs. Bel-Goodie
Edward Brophy as  Corbett
Arthur Hohl as  Burr

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Reviews

Alicia
1939/02/17

I love this movie so much

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Nessieldwi
1939/02/18

Very interesting film. Was caught on the premise when seeing the trailer but unsure as to what the outcome would be for the showing. As it turns out, it was a very good film.

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Aiden Melton
1939/02/19

The storyline feels a little thin and moth-eaten in parts but this sequel is plenty of fun.

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Caryl
1939/02/20

It is a whirlwind of delight --- attractive actors, stunning couture, spectacular sets and outrageous parties. It's a feast for the eyes. But what really makes this dramedy work is the acting.

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