Off the Dole
1935, English. Directed by Arthur Mertz.
Without a job, a young man is given the opportunity to run his ill uncle's private-detective agency. He finds himself mixed up with everything from an unfaithful husband who is a secret nudist to a schoolteacher who believes his pupil's father is beating him.
- Runtime
- 1h 29m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- Check local
Start now and it ends at ….
Too new to call
Not enough people have rated it yet for a verdict.
Seen it? Give your verdict.
Saved privately on this device.
Where to watch Off the Dole
Off the Dole isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online.
Free
Tubi TVAvailability in India as of 9 November 2026. Streaming data by JustWatch.
Cast & crew
- Arthur MertzDirector
- George FormbyJohn Willie
- Dan YoungThe Inimitable Dude Comedian
- Constance ShotterSweet and Dainty
- Clifford McLaglenA Villain And Proud Of It
- Beryl FormbyGrace, Charm, and Ability
- Tully ComberMeasured For His Part
- Wally PatchRevels In His Part
- Stan PellThe Most Inoffensive Parson
- Stan LittleLittle Jack
- Jimmy PlantCrisp and Debonair
- Arthur L. WardOrchestra Leader
- Daisy MaynardJohn Willie's Mother
Details
- Released
- 1 June 1935
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Written by
- George Formby
Check ratings elsewhere
News & fan talk
If you liked Off the Dole
The After Party
2018 · 6.1/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
The Big Store
1941 · 6.3/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
A Song Is Born
1948 · 6.5/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
Footlight Parade
1933 · 6.8/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
Soul Men
2008 · 6.2/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
A Mighty Wind
2003 · 6.8/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
Get Crazy
1983 · 6.2/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
Rock 'n' Roll High School
1979 · 6.3/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
Bo Burnham: Make Happy
2016 · 8.0/10
Absolute CinemaRecommended by TMDB viewers
Adam Sandler: 100% Fresh
2018 · 7.1/10
Worth the HypeRecommended by TMDB viewers
Off the Dole: quick answers
Is Off the Dole worth watching?
Off the Dole doesn’t have enough ratings for a verdict yet.
How long is Off the Dole?
Off the Dole runs 89 minutes (1h 29m).
Does Off the Dole have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Off the Dole. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Off the Dole parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for Off the Dole yet.
Which OTT platform is Off the Dole on?
Off the Dole isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Off the Dole?
If you liked Off the Dole, try The After Party, The Big Store, A Song Is Born.
Who directed Off the Dole?
Off the Dole (1935) was directed by Arthur Mertz and stars George Formby, Dan Young, Constance Shotter.