The Joke
Bendel is known for his practical jokes and his self-confidence. But when Dr Walden, one of his victims. takes him seriously, trouble ensues.
Bendel is known for his practical jokes and his self-confidence. But when Dr Walden, one of his victims. takes him seriously, trouble ensues.
Donald Pleasence
Bendel
Hugh Griffith
Dr Walden
Miriam Karlin
Friedel
Bruce Myers
Max
George Pravda
Lieberman
Lea Seidl
Frau Schuldiener
Milo Sperber
Dov Ben Sev
Janet Brandes
Landlady
Christopher Muncke
Dr Linder
Bendel is known for his practical jokes and his self-confidence. But when Dr Walden, one of his victims. takes him seriously, trouble ensues.
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