A Successful Failure(1934)
Ellery Cushing is full of catchy sayings and old-fashioned wisdom. But all that his family cares about is how much money he makes, and all that his boss at the newspaper sees is that Cushing is getting too old to keep up with his work. So his loyal co-worker Phil decides to see what he can do to help everyone see what his friend has to offer.
Movie: A Successful Failure
Top 10 Billed Cast
Ellery Cushing aka Uncle Dudley
Mrs. Cushing
Phil Stardon
Ruth Cushing
Robert Cushing
Jerry Franklin
Tommy Cushing
J.W. Blair
H.T. Flintly
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