The Mail Pilot (1933): cast, story & where to watch
1933 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 1933, The Mail Pilot is an animation film directed by David Hand, running about 7 minutes.
What it’s about. Mickey the mail pilot is entrusted with a chest of money. He battles rain and snow, but his biggest battle is against Pete, who has a plane equipped with a machine gun and a harpoon cannon. Mickey's plane quickly loses its wings and propeller to Pete's armaments, but he improvises a helicopter blade with a clothes-drying rack, then, when that gives way, a replacement prop from a windmill.
Who’s in it. The Mail Pilot stars Walt Disney as Mickey Mouse (voice) (uncredited) and Marcellite Garner as Minnie Mouse (voice) (uncredited).
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, The Mail Pilot 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 Mail Pilot page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Mail Pilot tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Mail Pilot (1933)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Mail Pilot change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Mail Pilot worth watching?
- The Mail Pilot holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Mail Pilot?
- The Mail Pilot stars Walt Disney and Marcellite Garner.
- When was The Mail Pilot released?
- The Mail Pilot was released in 1933, with a runtime of about 7 minutes.