Big Business (1929): cast, story & where to watch
1929 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 1929, Big Business is a comedy film directed by James W. Horne, running about 19 minutes. “The story of a man who turned the other cheek-and got punched in the nose.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Stan and Ollie play door-to-door Christmas tree salesmen in California. They end up getting into an escalating feud with grumpy would-be customer James Finlayson, with his home and their car being destroyed in the melee.
Who’s in it. Big Business stars Stan Laurel as Stan, Oliver Hardy as Ollie, James Finlayson as Homeowner and Tiny Sandford as Policeman.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Big Business 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 Big Business page.
If you liked it. Fans of Big Business tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Big Business (1929)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Big Business change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Big Business worth watching?
- Big Business 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 Big Business?
- Big Business stars Stan Laurel, Oliver Hardy, James Finlayson and Tiny Sandford.
- When was Big Business released?
- Big Business was released in 1929, with a runtime of about 19 minutes.