The Ugly Duckling (1939): cast, story & where to watch
1939 · Film · ★ 6.9
Released in 1939, The Ugly Duckling is a comedy and animation film directed by Clyde Geronimi, running about 9 minutes.
What it’s about. An outcast duckling's search for a family to accept him leads to constant rejection before learning his true identity as a swan.
Who’s in it. The Ugly Duckling stars Clarence Nash as Ducks (voice) (uncredited).
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, The Ugly Duckling has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
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 Ugly Duckling page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Ugly Duckling tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Ugly Duckling (1939)?
- In US, The Ugly Duckling is available to stream on Disney Plus. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Ugly Duckling worth watching?
- The Ugly Duckling holds an audience score of 6.9 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 The Ugly Duckling?
- The Ugly Duckling stars Clarence Nash.
- When was The Ugly Duckling released?
- The Ugly Duckling was released in 1939, with a runtime of about 9 minutes.