FeatureAnimation

Shutter Bug (1963): cast, story & where to watch

1963 · Film · ★ 8.7

Shutter Bug poster

Released in 1963, Shutter Bug is an animation film directed by Paul J. Smith, running about 6 minutes.

What it’s about. Glamorous screen star Woody Woodpecker is constantly beset by a publicity photographer who wants to take his picture. Finally, Woody gets away for a vacation in the woods, thinking that he has escaped the bright lights and publicity men for a while. However, who shows up but the pesky photographer? Woody tries a number of tricks to get rid of the photographer, including setting a grizzly bear on him. In the end, the photographer gets back at Woody with a cannonball in the rear end.

Who’s in it. Shutter Bug stars Grace Stafford as Woody Woodpecker (voice) and Jerry Mann as (voice).

How it landed. With an audience score of 8.7/10, Shutter Bug sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Shutter Bug page.

If you liked it. Fans of Shutter Bug tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Shutter Bug (1963)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Shutter Bug change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Shutter Bug worth watching?
Shutter Bug holds an audience score of 8.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Shutter Bug?
Shutter Bug stars Grace Stafford and Jerry Mann.
When was Shutter Bug released?
Shutter Bug was released in 1963, with a runtime of about 6 minutes.