The Night Watchman (1938): cast, story & where to watch
1938 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 1938, The Night Watchman is a comedy and animation film directed by Chuck Jones, running about 7 minutes.
What it’s about. A little cat must take his sick father's place as night watchman, but is bullied by a tough mouse and his gang, leaving the rest of the mice free to eat all the food and stage a musical floor show.
Who’s in it. The Night Watchman stars Mel Blanc as Tough Mice (voice) and Margaret Hill-Talbot as Tommy Cat.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, The Night Watchman 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 The Night Watchman page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Night Watchman tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Night Watchman (1938)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Night Watchman change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Night Watchman worth watching?
- The Night Watchman holds an audience score of 5.8 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 The Night Watchman?
- The Night Watchman stars Mel Blanc and Margaret Hill-Talbot.
- When was The Night Watchman released?
- The Night Watchman was released in 1938, with a runtime of about 7 minutes.