Movie

The Day the Bookies Wept

★ 7.5(2)19391h 4m

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Good to know

Director: Leslie Goodwins
Release date: 1939-09-13
Runtime: 1h 4m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: RKO Radio Pictures

About The Day the Bookies Wept

The Day the Bookies Wept is a 1939 movie in the Comedy genre, directed by Leslie Goodwins, starring Joe Penner, Betty Grable and Richard Lane. It has a runtime of 1 hour 4 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.5/10 from 2 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Day the Bookies Wept in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

A pigeon breeder is hired to train a racehorse that wins only when it drinks beer.

Cast

Joe Penner

Ernest Ambrose

Betty Grable

Ina Firpo

Richard Lane

Ramsey Firpo

Tom Kennedy

Pinky Brophy

Thurston Hall

Col. March

Bernadene Hayes

Margie

Carol Hughes

Patsy

Vinton Hayworth

Harry, Rider with Margie

Brooks Benedict

Major 'Brownie' Horner (uncredited)

Stanley Blystone

Racetrack Bookie / Cashier (uncredited)

Eddie Borden

Skinny Taxi Driver (uncredited)

Harry Bowen

Taxi Driver (uncredited)

Themes & keywords

taxi driver

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Day the Bookies Wept in Mexico?+

The Day the Bookies Wept is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Mexico. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Day the Bookies Wept on Netflix?+

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How long is The Day the Bookies Wept?+

The Day the Bookies Wept has a runtime of 1 hour 4 minutes (64 minutes).

Who stars in The Day the Bookies Wept?+

The Day the Bookies Wept stars Joe Penner, Betty Grable, Richard Lane, Tom Kennedy and Thurston Hall.

When did The Day the Bookies Wept come out?+

The Day the Bookies Wept is a 1939 movie directed by Leslie Goodwins.

What genre is The Day the Bookies Wept?+

The Day the Bookies Wept is Comedy film.

Who directed The Day the Bookies Wept?+

The Day the Bookies Wept was directed by Leslie Goodwins.