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Learn Polikeness

1938-02-18 · 7 min · ★ 7.3

Animation · Comedy

Olive takes Popeye to Professor Bluteau to learn some manners.

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

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Jack MercerJack MercerPopeye (voice) (uncredited)
Mae QuestelMae QuestelOlive Oyl (voice) (uncredited)
Gus WickeProfessor Bluteau (voice) (uncredited)

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