Joe McDoakes — So You Never Tell a Lie Character Profile

About Joe McDoakes

The protagonist who purchases a wristwatch intended as a gift for his wife. A mix-up with a watch meant for an office contest winner leaves him disadvantaged.

Joe McDoakes — Character Profile

Character Facts

Played by

George O'Hanlon

Appears in

So You Never Tell a Lie (1952)

Role

Protagonist

More characters from So You Never Tell a Lie

• Eager Beaver Troop Leader (uncredited) (Rodney Bell)
• Alice McDoakes (uncredited) (Phyllis Coates)
• Mr. Batten (uncredited) (Emory Parnell)
• Genevieve Batten (uncredited) (Anne O'Neal)
• Joe's Co-Worker (uncredited) (Jack Mower)