The Play House (1921): cast, story & where to watch
1921 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 1921, The Play House is a comedy and fantasy film directed by Buster Keaton, running about 24 minutes.
What it’s about. After waking up from his wacky dream, a theater stage hand inadvertently causes havoc everywhere he works.
Who’s in it. The Play House stars Buster Keaton as Orchestra / Minstrels / Dancers / Audience / Stagehand, Edward F. Cline as Orangutan Trainer (uncredited), Virginia Fox as Twin (uncredited) and Joe Murphy as One of the Zouaves (uncredited), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, The Play House 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 Play House page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Play House tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Play House (1921)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Play House change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Play House worth watching?
- The Play House holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and fantasy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Play House?
- The Play House stars Buster Keaton, Edward F. Cline, Virginia Fox, Joe Murphy and Joe Roberts.
- When was The Play House released?
- The Play House was released in 1921, with a runtime of about 24 minutes.