Beer Barrel Polecats (1946): cast, story & where to watch
1946 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1946, Beer Barrel Polecats is a comedy film directed by Jules White, running about 18 minutes.
What it’s about. The stooges make a whole batch of homemade beer, but get tossed in jail when Curly sells some to a cop. Their minor indiscretion turns into a forty year sentence when a keg of beer Curly has hidden under his coat explodes while the boys are being photographed. In prison the stooges get into more trouble with the warden and wind on the rockpile when they try to escape. Released as old men with long gray beards, the first thing Curly wants is a bottle of beer.
Who’s in it. Beer Barrel Polecats stars Curly Howard as Curly, Larry Fine as Larry, Moe Howard as Moe and Robert B. Williams as Guard #1, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Beer Barrel Polecats 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 Beer Barrel Polecats page.
If you liked it. Fans of Beer Barrel Polecats tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Beer Barrel Polecats (1946)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Beer Barrel Polecats change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Beer Barrel Polecats worth watching?
- Beer Barrel Polecats holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Beer Barrel Polecats?
- Beer Barrel Polecats stars Curly Howard, Larry Fine, Moe Howard, Robert B. Williams and Vernon Dent.
- When was Beer Barrel Polecats released?
- Beer Barrel Polecats was released in 1946, with a runtime of about 18 minutes.