Jitterbugs (1943): cast, story & where to watch
1943 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 1943, Jitterbugs is a comedy film directed by Malcolm St. Clair, running about 75 minutes. “This is that movie about those people.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The two-man Laurel and Hardy Zoot Suit Band find themselves fronting a scam for "gasolene pills" in wartime oil-short America. They are however soon on the side of the angels helping recover $10,000 for an attractive young lady whose family have themselves been swindled.
Who’s in it. Jitterbugs stars Stan Laurel as Stan, Oliver Hardy as Ollie, Vivian Blaine as Susan Cowan and Robert Bailey as Chester Wright (as Bob Bailey), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, Jitterbugs 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 Jitterbugs page.
If you liked it. Fans of Jitterbugs tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Jitterbugs (1943)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Jitterbugs change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Jitterbugs worth watching?
- Jitterbugs holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Jitterbugs?
- Jitterbugs stars Stan Laurel, Oliver Hardy, Vivian Blaine, Robert Bailey and Douglas Fowley.
- When was Jitterbugs released?
- Jitterbugs was released in 1943, with a runtime of about 75 minutes.