Dummy Ache is a 1936 American short comedy film directed by Leslie Goodwins. An assuming husband, suspicious of his wife, follows her for the day. Misunderstandings, mishaps, and hijinks ensue. It was nominated for an Academy Award at the 9th Academy Awards in 1936 for Best Short Subject (Two-Reel). Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in partnership with Library of Congress. Motion Picture, Broadcasting, and Recorded Sound Division in 2013.
Dummy Ache (1936) is a comedy film directed by Leslie Goodwins, released on July 10, 1936 with a runtime of 18m. It stars Edgar Kennedy, Florence Lake, Jack Rice and Dot Farley. Viewers rate it 5.5 out of 10 across 8 ratings.
Edgar Kennedy
as Edgar
Florence Lake
as Florence
Jack Rice
as Florence's Brother
Dot Farley
as Florence's Mother
George J. Lewis
as Actor
Lucille Ball
as Actress
Harry Bowen
as Cabbie
Billy Franey
as Man with Pitchfork
Bobby Burns
as (uncredited)
Directed by Leslie Goodwins, written by Charles E. Roberts and Leslie Goodwins, produced by Lee S. Marcus.
Average viewer score of 5.5/10 from 8 ratings.
Edgar Kennedy is off to go play golf when his wife asks to borrow the car! That’s no problem, he’ll get a taxi - but his driver used to be a fellow member until his wife got involved in a love triangle and now he drives a cab! Nervous, he decides to double-back and check just why she (Florence Lake) wanted the car in the first place. Now we are given a clue as to the whole thing right from the get-go, so we know…
Reviewed on June 29, 2025
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The main cast of Dummy Ache (1936) includes Edgar Kennedy, Florence Lake, Jack Rice, Dot Farley and George J. Lewis. The film was directed by Leslie Goodwins. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
Dummy Ache was released on July 10, 1936 and runs for 18m.
Dummy Ache (1936) holds an average rating of 5.5 out of 10 from 8 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy comedy films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.