Down and Dirty Duck (1974): cast, story & where to watch

1974 · Film · ★ 4.5

Down and Dirty Duck poster

Released in 1974, Down and Dirty Duck is a comedy and animation film directed by Charles Swenson, running about 70 minutes. “Madder Than Daffy, Dumber Than Donald, More Existential Than Howard!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Willard, a mild mannered insurance adjuster, teams up with a foul-mouthed fowl who takes Willard on a surreal quest to become less uptight - and possibly get laid in the process.

Who’s in it. Down and Dirty Duck stars Howard Kaylan as Willard / Nego Lady / Side Hack Rider (voice), Mark Volman as Duck / Side Hack Rider (voice), Robert Ridgely as Car Salesman / Man at Bus Stop / Negro Gentleman / Big Fag / Police Officer / Tank (voice) and Cynthia Adler as Lady in Car / Boss Lady / Small Dyke / Lady in Elevator (voice), among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, Down and Dirty Duck has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Down and Dirty Duck page.

If you liked it. Fans of Down and Dirty Duck tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Down and Dirty Duck (1974)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Down and Dirty Duck change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Down and Dirty Duck worth watching?
Down and Dirty Duck holds an audience score of 4.5 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 Down and Dirty Duck?
Down and Dirty Duck stars Howard Kaylan, Mark Volman, Robert Ridgely, Cynthia Adler and Joëlle Le Quément.
When was Down and Dirty Duck released?
Down and Dirty Duck was released in 1974, with a runtime of about 70 minutes.