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Donald's Better Self
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Donald's Better Self

1938-03-11 · 8 min · ★ 6.3

Animation · Comedy

Schoolboy Donald is torn between his angel and devil sides, though in Donald's case, the devil side isn't hard to resist. But the smoking he's encouraged to do turns him green and gives him regrets, and when the good side shows up and kicks evil's butt, Donald cheers.

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Directors
Jack King
Production companies
Walt Disney Productions
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released
Budget
USD 46,448

Top Cast

Clarence NashClarence NashDonald Duck (voice) (uncredited)
Thelma BoardmanDonald's Angel (voice) (uncredited)
Don BrodieDon BrodieDonald's Devil (voice) (uncredited)

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