A Bear for Punishment (1951): cast, story & where to watch
1951 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 1951, A Bear for Punishment is an animation film directed by Chuck Jones, running about 7 minutes.
What it’s about. Junyer Bear has a number of surprises for Good Ol' Pa on Good Ol' Father's Day, whether he wants them or not.
Who’s in it. A Bear for Punishment stars Bea Benaderet as Ma Bear (voice) (uncredited), Billy Bletcher as Pa Bear (voice) (uncredited) and Stan Freberg as Junyer Bear (voice) (uncredited).
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, A Bear for Punishment 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 A Bear for Punishment page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Bear for Punishment tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Bear for Punishment (1951)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Bear for Punishment change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Bear for Punishment worth watching?
- A Bear for Punishment holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in A Bear for Punishment?
- A Bear for Punishment stars Bea Benaderet, Billy Bletcher and Stan Freberg.
- When was A Bear for Punishment released?
- A Bear for Punishment was released in 1951, with a runtime of about 7 minutes.