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The Cuckoos (1930): cast, story & where to watch

1930 · Film · ★ 9

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Released in 1930, The Cuckoos is a comedy film directed by Paul Sloane, running about 97 minutes.

What it’s about. Two phony fortune tellers get mixed up with gypsies.

Who’s in it. The Cuckoos stars Bert Wheeler as Sparrow, Robert Woolsey as Prof. Cunningham, Dorothy Lee as Anita and Jobyna Howland as Fannie Furst, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, The Cuckoos sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Cuckoos page.

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Cuckoos (1930)?
In US, The Cuckoos is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is The Cuckoos worth watching?
The Cuckoos holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in The Cuckoos?
The Cuckoos stars Bert Wheeler, Robert Woolsey, Dorothy Lee, Jobyna Howland and Hugh Trevor.
When was The Cuckoos released?
The Cuckoos was released in 1930, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.