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Bubble Trouble (1953): cast, story & where to watch

1953 · Film · ★ 6.7

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Released in 1953, Bubble Trouble is a comedy film directed by Jules White, running about 17 minutes. “The Stooges are pharmacists. They invent a fountain of youth vitamin that turns an old lady into a beautiful young girl.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. The stooges are pharmacists who invent a fountain of youth formula that can turn old people young. They turn an old lady into a beautiful young woman, but when her husband takes the formula it turns him into a gorilla.

Who’s in it. Bubble Trouble stars Shemp Howard as Shemp, Larry Fine as Larry, Moe Howard as Moe and Christine McIntyre as Serena Flint, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, Bubble Trouble 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 Bubble Trouble page.

If you liked it. Fans of Bubble Trouble tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Bubble Trouble (1953)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Bubble Trouble change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Bubble Trouble worth watching?
Bubble Trouble holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Bubble Trouble?
Bubble Trouble stars Shemp Howard, Larry Fine, Moe Howard, Christine McIntyre and Emil Sitka.
When was Bubble Trouble released?
Bubble Trouble was released in 1953, with a runtime of about 17 minutes.