The Bank Dick (1940)

This week on Hix Nix Stix Pix, we're taking a look at The Bank Dick, the 1940 comedy classic starring W.C. Fields as Egbert Sousé—a man with no ambition, no filter, and somehow all the luck in the world. From accidental heroics to bank investigations, bad investments, and plenty of barroom wisdom, Fields delivers the kind of comedy that has inspired generations of performers. We'll discuss why some movie fans consider The Bank Dick one of the funniest films ever made, while others find its style and humor firmly rooted in another era. Along the way, we'll examine the film through a modern lens, revisit some unforgettable quotes, and explore what still makes audiences laugh more than eighty years later. As always, we'll give the movie the Hix Nix treatment—a heart hand clasp to the moments that still shine, a raised eyebrow to the parts that haven't aged quite as well, and plenty of laughs in between. Grab a seat at the Black Pussy Cat Café and Snack Bar and join us for a conversation about one of Hollywood's most enduring comedy classics. Is The Bank Dick still worth your time in 2026? We're about to find out.