Phonies Beware!

Phonies Beware!

8 mins | Drama | May 25, 1956

This Screenliner short shows how the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) looks at drug claims that may be fraudulent. In this case, a product called Elixirex is advertised as a cure-all for almost any ailment, including arthritis, rheumatism, and diabetes. After a diabetes patient dies following the use of Elixirex, FDA inspectors start their investigation.

Phonies Beware!

8 mins | Drama | May 25, 1956

Phonies Beware!
This Screenliner short shows how the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) looks at drug claims that may be fraudulent. In this case, a product called Elixirex is advertised as a cure-all for almost any ailment, including arthritis, rheumatism, and diabetes. After a diabetes patient dies following the use of Elixirex, FDA inspectors start their investigation.
Producers RKO Radio Pictures, RKO Pathé Pictures
Original title Phonies Beware!
Directors Larry O'Reilly
Writers Frances Dinsmoor

Cast

Bob Hite

as Narrator (voice)

John Zaic

as Inspector Kennedy