Peck's Bad Boy (1921): cast, story & where to watch
1921 · Film · ★ 3.5
Released in 1921, Peck's Bad Boy is a comedy film directed by Sam Wood, running about 64 minutes. “The Kid Himself Wonder Star of the Film Firmament Registers Laughs Unlimited” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. This portrayal of small town life before the War is based on a small boys determination to get to see the circus, over all obstacles. Escaped lions, lightheaded blackmail of his father, and playfully planting stolen papers on his sisters boyfriend are all in a days work for little Henry Peck.
Who’s in it. Peck's Bad Boy stars Jackie Coogan as Henry Peck, Wheeler Oakman as Dr. Jack Martin - the Man in the Case, Doris May as Letty Peck - Henry's Sister and Raymond Hatton as The Village Grocer, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.5/10, Peck's Bad Boy has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Peck's Bad Boy page.
If you liked it. Fans of Peck's Bad Boy tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Peck's Bad Boy (1921)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Peck's Bad Boy change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Peck's Bad Boy worth watching?
- Peck's Bad Boy holds an audience score of 3.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Peck's Bad Boy?
- Peck's Bad Boy stars Jackie Coogan, Wheeler Oakman, Doris May, Raymond Hatton and James Corrigan.
- When was Peck's Bad Boy released?
- Peck's Bad Boy was released in 1921, with a runtime of about 64 minutes.