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The Fortunate Fool

5.819331h 13mMovieComedy

A wealthy author, looking for material, 'adopts' an incorrigible thief he finds in the streets, together with an attractive typist who is down on her luck.

DirectorNorman Walker
WriterDion Titheradge
ProducerJack Eppel

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Cast · Directed by Norman Walker

HWHugh Wakefield
Hugh Wakefield
Jim Falconer
JWJoan Wyndham
Joan Wyndham
Helen
JRJack Raine
Jack Raine
Gerald Falconer
EJElizabeth Jenns
Elizabeth Jenns
Mildred
AC
Arthur Chesney
Battling Stubbs
SASara Allgood
Sara Allgood
Rose
BCBobbie Comber
Bobbie Comber
Marlowe
MM
Mary Mayfren
Mrs. Falconer
CSCyril Smith
Cyril Smith
Herb Brown

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The Fortunate Fool — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Fortunate Fool?

The Fortunate Fool isn't streaming anywhere in Australia yet.

Is The Fortunate Fool on Netflix?

No, The Fortunate Fool is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026.

Is The Fortunate Fool on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Fortunate Fool isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now.

Where can I watch The Fortunate Fool for free?

The Fortunate Fool isn't streaming in Australia yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for The Fortunate Fool?

The Fortunate Fool hasn't started streaming in Australia yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around January 31, 1934. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.