Where the Pest Begins (1945): cast, story & where to watch
1945 · Film
Released in 1945, Where the Pest Begins is a comedy film directed by Harry Edwards, running about 17 minutes.
What it’s about. Jonathan Bass (Tom Kennedy), an inventor working for the government, makes the mistake of his life. He moves next door to Shemp. Lazy, obtuse and obnoxious, Shemp plays the good neighbor by wrecking the Bass' garage, car and china... and somehow makes it look to Bass' wife (Christine McIntyre) that Jonathan is clumsily at fault. Bass' latest project is a new bomb for the Army, and it's only a matter of time before helpful Shemp turns up in the laboratory basement offering his assistance.
Who’s in it. Where the Pest Begins stars Shemp Howard as Shemp Howard, Tom Kennedy as Jonathan Batts, Christine McIntyre as Annie Batts and Rebel Randall as Mrs. Howard, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Where the Pest Begins page.
If you liked it. Fans of Where the Pest Begins tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Where the Pest Begins (1945)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Where the Pest Begins change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Where the Pest Begins?
- Where the Pest Begins stars Shemp Howard, Tom Kennedy, Christine McIntyre, Rebel Randall and Harry Tenbrook.
- When was Where the Pest Begins released?
- Where the Pest Begins was released in 1945, with a runtime of about 17 minutes.