A Bird in the Head (1946): cast, story & where to watch
1946 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1946, A Bird in the Head is a comedy film directed by Edward Bernds, running about 17 minutes.
What it’s about. The stooges are working as paperhangers in the home of Professor Panzer, a mad scientist looking for a brain to use in his experiments. The professor wants to put a human brain into a gorilla but has trouble finding a brain small enough, which leads him to select Curly as the perfect donor.
Who’s in it. A Bird in the Head stars Curly Howard as Curly, Larry Fine as Larry, Moe Howard as Moe and Vernon Dent as Prof. Panzer, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, A Bird in the Head 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 Bird in the Head page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Bird in the Head tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Bird in the Head (1946)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Bird in the Head change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Bird in the Head worth watching?
- A Bird in the Head holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in A Bird in the Head?
- A Bird in the Head stars Curly Howard, Larry Fine, Moe Howard, Vernon Dent and Robert B. Williams.
- When was A Bird in the Head released?
- A Bird in the Head was released in 1946, with a runtime of about 17 minutes.