The Balloonatic (1923): cast, story & where to watch
1923 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1923, The Balloonatic is a comedy and romance film directed by Buster Keaton, running about 26 minutes.
What it’s about. Buster and Phyllis endure a number of outdoor adventures trying to prove to each other their survival skills. The balloon which lands Buster in the wilderness proves useful later on as their canoe is about go over a waterfall.
Who’s in it. The Balloonatic stars Buster Keaton as The Young Man (as 'Buster' Keaton), Babe London as Fat Girl at The House of Trouble and Phyllis Haver as The Young Woman.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, The Balloonatic 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 Balloonatic page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Balloonatic tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Balloonatic (1923)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Balloonatic change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Balloonatic worth watching?
- The Balloonatic holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Balloonatic?
- The Balloonatic stars Buster Keaton, Babe London and Phyllis Haver.
- When was The Balloonatic released?
- The Balloonatic was released in 1923, with a runtime of about 26 minutes.