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I Wanna Be a Life Guard
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I Wanna Be a Life Guard

1936-06-26 · 6 min · ★ 7.0

Animation · Comedy

Popeye applies for a lifeguard job when he sees Olive in the pool, but Bluto also wants the job (and Olive). The manager, Wimpy, asks them to demonstrate their skills in a contest. Popeye does well, until Bluto demonstrates lifesaving and first aid on him.

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Directors
Dave Fleischer
Production companies
Fleischer Studios
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

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Lou FleischerWimpy (voice) (uncredited)
Jack MercerJack MercerPopeye (voice) (uncredited)
Mae QuestelMae QuestelOlive Oyl (voice) (uncredited)
Gus WickeBluto (voice) (uncredited)

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