The Old Mill (1937): cast, story & where to watch
1937 · Film · ★ 7.3
Released in 1937, The Old Mill is a thriller, family and animation film directed by Wilfred Jackson, running about 9 minutes. “Animals try to stay safe and dry in an old mill.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Night in an old mill is dramatically depicted in this Oscar-winning short in which the frightened occupants, including birds, timid mice, owls, and other creatures try to stay safe and dry as a storm approaches. As the thunderstorm worsens, the mill wheel begins to turn and the whole mill threatens to blow apart until at last the storm subsides.
Who’s in it. The Old Mill stars Marie Arbuckle as Singer (voice) (uncredited), Jean MacMurray as Crickets (voice) (uncredited), Louise Myers as Birds (voice) (uncredited) and Clarence Nash as Frogs (voice) (uncredited), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.3/10, The Old Mill has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Disney Plus. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Old Mill page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Old Mill tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Old Mill (1937)?
- In US, The Old Mill is available to stream on Disney Plus. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Old Mill worth watching?
- The Old Mill holds an audience score of 7.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, family and animation. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Old Mill?
- The Old Mill stars Marie Arbuckle, Jean MacMurray, Louise Myers, Clarence Nash and Marta Nielsen.
- When was The Old Mill released?
- The Old Mill was released in 1937, with a runtime of about 9 minutes.