Jack's the Boy (1932): cast, story & where to watch
1932 · Film · ★ 3
Released in 1932, Jack's the Boy is a comedy film directed by Walter Forde, running about 91 minutes.
What it’s about. With a title like Jack's the Boy, is it any surprise that the star of this breezy quota quickie is British music-hall favorite Jack Hulbert? The star plays the son of a celebrated Scotland Yard detective, who joins the force in hopes of following his father's footsteps. Unfortunately, Jack is something of a screw-up, and before long he has become the laughing stock of the force.
Who’s in it. Jack's the Boy stars Jack Hulbert as Jack Brown, Cicely Courtneidge as Mrs. Bobday, Winifred Shotter as Ivy and Francis Lister as Jules Martin, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.0/10, Jack's the Boy has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Jack's the Boy page.
If you liked it. Fans of Jack's the Boy tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Jack's the Boy (1932)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Jack's the Boy change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Jack's the Boy worth watching?
- Jack's the Boy holds an audience score of 3.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Jack's the Boy?
- Jack's the Boy stars Jack Hulbert, Cicely Courtneidge, Winifred Shotter, Francis Lister and Peter Gawthorne.
- When was Jack's the Boy released?
- Jack's the Boy was released in 1932, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.