Chess-Nuts (1932): cast, story & where to watch

1932 · Film · ★ 6.6

Chess-Nuts poster

Released in 1932, Chess-Nuts is a comedy and animation film directed by Dave Fleischer, running about 7 minutes.

What it’s about. An initially realistic chess game becomes a chaotic, animated quest for the favors of Betty Boop (the black queen) by Bimbo (white king) and others, with elements of bowling and football. Koko appears.

Who’s in it. Chess-Nuts stars Mae Questel as Betty Boop.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, Chess-Nuts has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Chess-Nuts page.

If you liked it. Fans of Chess-Nuts tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Chess-Nuts (1932)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Chess-Nuts change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Chess-Nuts worth watching?
Chess-Nuts holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Chess-Nuts?
Chess-Nuts stars Mae Questel.
When was Chess-Nuts released?
Chess-Nuts was released in 1932, with a runtime of about 7 minutes.