On the Loose (1931): cast, story & where to watch
1931 · Film · ★ 6.8

Released in 1931, On the Loose is a comedy film directed by Hal Roach, running about 20 minutes.
What it’s about. Two young women, Zasu and Thelma, complain that all of their dates take them to Coney Island. The next day a car goes by and they are splashed with mud. The driver stops and offers to buy them some new clothes. They accept the offer and later agree to go on a date.
Who’s in it. On the Loose stars Zasu Pitts as Zasu, Thelma Todd as Thelma, John Loder as Mr. Loder and Claud Allister as Mr. Loder's friend, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, On the Loose 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 On the Loose page.
If you liked it. Fans of On the Loose tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch On the Loose (1931)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for On the Loose change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is On the Loose worth watching?
- On the Loose holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in On the Loose?
- On the Loose stars Zasu Pitts, Thelma Todd, John Loder, Claud Allister and Billy Gilbert.
- When was On the Loose released?
- On the Loose was released in 1931, with a runtime of about 20 minutes.
