Mickey Steps Out (1931): cast, story & where to watch

1931 · Film · ★ 5.3

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Released in 1931, Mickey Steps Out is a comedy and animation film directed by Burt Gillett, running about 7 minutes.

What it’s about. Mickey heads over to see Minnie, but Pluto won't leave him alone. He gets there and watches through the window, standing on Pluto, while Minnie plays piano. Pluto runs off to chase a cat and leaves Mickey stuck in the window. Minnie has him in, and he dances to her playing. Pluto chases the cat into the house and causes havoc. The chase leads into the piano, where Pluto picks up the player-piano roll as an extended tail, and the destruction continues.

Who’s in it. Mickey Steps Out stars Walt Disney as Mickey Mouse (voice) (uncredited), Marcellite Garner as Minnie Mouse (voice) (uncredited), Pinto Colvig as Pluto (voice) (uncredited) and Purv Pullen as Cat (voice) (uncredited), among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, Mickey Steps Out has proved divisive with audiences.

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

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Mickey Steps Out (1931)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Mickey Steps Out change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Mickey Steps Out worth watching?
Mickey Steps Out holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Mickey Steps Out?
Mickey Steps Out stars Walt Disney, Marcellite Garner, Pinto Colvig, Purv Pullen and Marion Darlington.
When was Mickey Steps Out released?
Mickey Steps Out was released in 1931, with a runtime of about 7 minutes.