General Nuisance (1941): cast, story & where to watch

1941 · Film · ★ 6.3

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Released in 1941, General Nuisance is a comedy and romance film directed by Jules White, running about 17 minutes.

What it’s about. A millionaire falls for an army nurse, who tells him she likes men in uniform. So he enlists at Camp Cluster. She still has no time for him, so he figures out how to get into the hospital and under her care.

Who’s in it. General Nuisance stars Buster Keaton as Peter Hedley Lamar Jr., Elsie Ames as Army Nurse, Monte Collins as Sgt. Michael Collins and Bud Jamison as Sergeant, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, General Nuisance 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 General Nuisance page.

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch General Nuisance (1941)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for General Nuisance change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is General Nuisance worth watching?
General Nuisance holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in General Nuisance?
General Nuisance stars Buster Keaton, Elsie Ames, Monte Collins, Bud Jamison and Lynton Brent.
When was General Nuisance released?
General Nuisance was released in 1941, with a runtime of about 17 minutes.