Three Smart Guys (1943): cast, story & where to watch
1943 · Film
Released in 1943, Three Smart Guys is a comedy and family film directed by Edward L. Cahn, running about 10 minutes.
What it’s about. Froggy hatches a plan to get Mickey, Buckwheat, and himself sent home from school early so they can go fishing. When the plan backfires, the boys decide to play hooky the next day. At the fishing hole, there are plenty of lunkers just waiting for the bait, but the boys have some comic trouble. After Buckwheat finds a new way to catch fish, an old man gives them a life lesson. Will they keep fishing or change their ways?
Who’s in it. Three Smart Guys stars Robert Blake as Mickey, Billy Laughlin as Billy 'Froggy', Billie Thomas as Buckwheat and Janet Burston as Janet.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Three Smart Guys page.
If you liked it. Fans of Three Smart Guys tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Three Smart Guys (1943)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Three Smart Guys change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Three Smart Guys?
- Three Smart Guys stars Robert Blake, Billy Laughlin, Billie Thomas and Janet Burston.
- When was Three Smart Guys released?
- Three Smart Guys was released in 1943, with a runtime of about 10 minutes.