Jack and the Beanstalk (1917): cast, story & where to watch
1917 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1917, Jack and the Beanstalk is a fantasy film directed by Chester M. Franklin, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. Jack exchanges his cow for some magic beans. The beans grow overnight into a beanstalk, which Jack climbs, arriving at a castle that is his. Jack sets a deal with the giant in exchange for their fortune.
Who’s in it. Jack and the Beanstalk stars Joe Grant as Undetermined child role (uncredited), Francis Carpenter as Francis / Jack, Virginia Lee Corbin as Virginia / Princess Regina and Violet Radcliffe as Prince Rudolpho, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Jack and the Beanstalk 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 Jack and the Beanstalk page.
If you liked it. Fans of Jack and the Beanstalk tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Jack and the Beanstalk (1917)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Jack and the Beanstalk change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Jack and the Beanstalk worth watching?
- Jack and the Beanstalk holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Jack and the Beanstalk?
- Jack and the Beanstalk stars Joe Grant, Francis Carpenter, Virginia Lee Corbin, Violet Radcliffe and James Bush.
- When was Jack and the Beanstalk released?
- Jack and the Beanstalk was released in 1917, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.