How to Read(1938)
How to Read Synopsis
Robert Benchley offers a humorous lecture on how to avoid different types of strain during reading.
How to Read (1938) is a comedy film directed by Roy Rowland, released on August 27, 1938 with a runtime of 9m. It stars Robert Benchley, Barbara Bedford, Marie Blake and Hal K. Dawson. Viewers rate it 5.4 out of 10 across 13 ratings.
- Director:
- Roy Rowland
- Writers:
- Kin Platt, Robert Benchley
- Production:
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
- Status:
- Released
How to Read Cast & Crew
Main cast
Robert Benchley
as Lecturer
Barbara Bedford
as Dental Patient (uncredited)
Marie Blake
as Nagging Wife (uncredited)
Hal K. Dawson
as Annoying Club Member (uncredited)
Mahlon Hamilton
as Man in Library (uncredited)
Key crew
Directed by Roy Rowland, written by Kin Platt and Robert Benchley.
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How to Read Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 5.4/10 from 13 ratings.
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How to Read – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch How to Read online?
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Who stars in How to Read?
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The main cast of How to Read (1938) includes Robert Benchley, Barbara Bedford, Marie Blake, Hal K. Dawson and Mahlon Hamilton. The film was directed by Roy Rowland. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was How to Read released?
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How to Read was released on August 27, 1938 and runs for 9m.
Is How to Read worth watching?
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How to Read (1938) holds an average rating of 5.4 out of 10 from 13 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy comedy films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.